The role played by the great lakes and St. Lawrence seaway in the economies of the USA and Canada

 

  • Boost to trade. After completion in 1858, it has enabled the two countries to have accessibility to raw materials like iron ore from Mesabi range west of lake Superior, wheat and timber from the Canadian Prairies

The role played by the great lakes and St. Lawrence seaway in the economies of the USA and Canada

  • It has led to industrial development in the area. The production of HEP in the dams along the seaway has stimulated the development of industries like grain milling, saw milling, paper and steel industries.

  • Improved navigation. It provides cheap means of transport along the 3800km stretch of seaway for both exports and imports thus encouraging internal and external trade

  • HEP production. The dams constructed along the route (like Iroquois, Beauhrnois, Moses Saunders, Niagara and Sault St. Marie) provide hydroelectric power for both domestic and industrial use

  • Development of towns. It has led to the growth of ports and towns like Montreal, Ottawa, Port Authur, Duluth, Prescott and Kingston along the route. These have become focal points for various economic activities.

  • Promotion of tourism. The seaway with some of the most beautiful and fascinating sceneries in the world is a tourist attraction that generates income in the region. Niagara Falls is a favourite site for tourists from all over the world

  • Creation of employment opportunities. The sea way has created employment opportunities in the transport industry and thus raised the standards of living of the people in the area.

  • The lakes and the dam area a source of water for both domestic and industrial use

  • The countries earn some revenue from charges levied on ships that use the route.

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