Bottled Water and the Economy
The Bottled
water industry has a huge impact on the economic systems of Canada. It is a
profitable business, but also puts a large strain on our ecosystem and waste
management systems. Many people depend on the bottled water industry for employment
and this has a direct impact on the economy of Canada. If you consider the
money generated from the sale, manufacturing and transporting of bottled water it
adds greatly to the economy. Bottled water uses fossil fuels in the making and delivery
of the plastic bottles across the country. Not only does the bottled water industry
create jobs from selling, but also in recycling programs across Canada. Finding
recycling facilities that can manage the volume of plastic bottles also creates
more jobs in waste management. It continues to be a big business and accounts
for 10.6% of all non-alcoholic drinks sold in Canada (Statistics Canada – The Bottled
Water Industry 2).
