Though it's not well-known, there's oil and natural gas under the southern part of the province. Ontario's official mineral Top Water Water is very important to Ontario . In the early days , people used the rivers to travel into the interior of the province, paving the way for settlement and development . Today, water routes remain the cheapest way to move bulky materials like grain , iron ore and newsprint . Water also provides opportunities for many different recreational activities for the people of the province.
Water produces hydroelectric power for the province.
Major rivers in southern Ontario, such as the Ottawa River , Niagara River , and St. Lawrence River , generate electricity for the manufacturing plants of the region. You'll also find many hydro-electric dams in northern Ontario. Top Wildlife Ontario's varied geography and vast wilderness areas are home to many kinds of animals and birds, while the lakes and rivers host a wide variety of fish . Ontario manages its wildlife, including game animals, through regulations and volunteer programs. There are hunting quotas, including a selective harvest program for large game.