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A ground squirrel usually loses about 80% of its body weight whilst hibernating.


Ban on water exports needed, report warns


Ban on water exports needed, report warns
A confidential federal paper warns that Canada must reach a federal-provincial agreement to ban the export of its fresh water supply, or else it will undoubtedly be exploited. Ministers have agreed to meet in the fall to come to an agreement, and Environment Canada officials recommend that the provinces commit to preventing bulk water removal and exportation.
20 MAY 1999
The Globe and Mail
20 MAY 1999

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