The geophysical regions of the western areas of Canada are presented -- from the Canadian Shield to the Cordillera region -- from the formation of lowland areas to these areas today. The regional climate and vegetation are presented, and the influence the physical characteristics of the region has on economic development is examined.

Teacher's guide and photo gallery available under additional info tag and also available on CD that accompanies the DVD.

Segments: - Introduction -The Lowland - An Introduction -Great Lakes-St Lawrence Lowlands -Great Lakes Lowlands Today -Interior Plains - An Overview -The Cordillera Region -Cordillera Region Today -Hudson Bay & Arctic Lowlands -Synopsis.