The Vegetation and Life Zones of George River, Eastern Ungava and the Welfare of the Natives

Abstract

Based on observations made during the summer of 1947, during a botanical investigation carried out with the aid of the Arctic Institute of North America. Brief sketch of the arctic and subarctic zones, the flora in relation to glaciation; the present-day lack of game, and resultant living problems for the Indians; recommendations for introduction of reindeer and mountain goats.