This book investigates the multifaceted health impacts stemming from development activities within the Hudson Bay/James Bay region. It examines how industrial, resource extraction, and infrastructure projects have altered the environment and, consequently, the well-being of the populations inhabiting this unique geographical area. The work synthesizes available data to present a comprehensive overview of the challenges and consequences associated with such development.

This work is likely regarded as a critical regional study, synthesizing scientific and public health data to address the consequences of development in a sensitive Arctic/sub-Arctic environment. The focus on the Hudson Bay/James Bay region suggests a specialized audience interested in environmental policy, Indigenous health, and the specific challenges of resource development in northern territories. Its publication date indicates it may serve as a foundational text or a historical reference for ongoing discussions about the region's future.