River with a Problem

Synopsis

A film on water pollution, using the Ottawa River as an example of what happens when a river is used as a dumping place for municipal and industrial waste. Colour animation illustrates exactly what happens to river water as it becomes polluted. Engineers, health authorities and civic officials voice concern over this urgent problem. (28 minutes)

Language

English

Country

Canada

Year of release

1961

Subjects

Environmental science; Geography

Keywords

Canada; environmental issues; industrial wastes; pollution; rivers

Online availability

URI

https://www.nfb.ca/film/river_with_a_problem

Price

free

Delivery

Streamed

Credits

Director

Graham Parker

Distributor

Name

National Film Board of Canada

Web

http://www.nfb.ca/ External site opens in new window

Notes

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