What does the Canada's Economy chapter cover?
Canada has one of the world's largest economies and is a member of the G7. Canada's economy has three main types of industry: service industries, which employ most Canadians; manufacturing industries; and natural resource industries such as forestry, fishing, agriculture, mining and energy. Canada trades heavily with other countries, and the United States is its largest trading partner. Canada, the United States and Mexico have a free trade agreement.
What key facts should I remember?
- Service industries employ most working Canadians.
- The United States is Canada's largest trading partner.
- Natural resources include forestry, fishing, agriculture, mining and energy.
- Canada is a member of the G7 group of leading industrialized economies.
Common test questions from this chapter
What are the three main types of industries in Canada?
Service industries, manufacturing industries and natural resource industries.
Who is Canada's largest trading partner?
The United States.
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