James Bay area

The James Bay area is a large, historically significant region in northern Quebec, Canada, named after the bay connected to Hudson Bay. It features subarctic landscapes with dense forests, wetlands, and tundra, serving as a vital habitat for wildlife. The region has a rich Indigenous heritage, primarily inhabited by Cree communities, and is known for its resource-based economy, including forestry and hydroelectric projects like the James Bay Hydroelectric Complex. Remote and sparsely populated, it plays an important role in Canada’s natural environment, indigenous culture, and energy production.