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Which of the following is NOT identified as a typical economic concern associated with foreign companies operating in Canada?
Which of the following is NOT identified as a typical economic concern associated with foreign companies operating in Canada?
Which sector benefits most from the oil produced in Canada?
Which sector benefits most from the oil produced in Canada?
What is the primary economic activity that defines Canada in global trade, according to the provided content?
What is the primary economic activity that defines Canada in global trade, according to the provided content?
Which of these is NOT mentioned as one of Canada’s top exports?
Which of these is NOT mentioned as one of Canada’s top exports?
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Which of the following describes the relationship between the USA and Canada's economy, as suggested by the text?
Which of the following describes the relationship between the USA and Canada's economy, as suggested by the text?
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According to the content, how does an increase in inflation rates typically affect a country's currency value?
According to the content, how does an increase in inflation rates typically affect a country's currency value?
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What effect does a growing economy typically have on the value of a country's currency?
What effect does a growing economy typically have on the value of a country's currency?
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According to the provided text, a depreciating dollar is generally beneficial for which of the following sectors?
According to the provided text, a depreciating dollar is generally beneficial for which of the following sectors?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a primary sector where Temporary Foreign Workers (TFWs) are commonly employed?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a primary sector where Temporary Foreign Workers (TFWs) are commonly employed?
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What is the relationship between a country's currency value and its ability to import?
What is the relationship between a country's currency value and its ability to import?
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Which of the following is NOT identified as a direct barrier to foreign businesses expanding into Canada?
Which of the following is NOT identified as a direct barrier to foreign businesses expanding into Canada?
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What is one of the primary reasons countries have become more reliant on each other?
What is one of the primary reasons countries have become more reliant on each other?
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What does the text suggest is a benefit of globalization for companies and organizations?
What does the text suggest is a benefit of globalization for companies and organizations?
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Which element is NOT explicitly mentioned as a topic of discussion when considering the debate between protectionism and globalization?
Which element is NOT explicitly mentioned as a topic of discussion when considering the debate between protectionism and globalization?
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What is presented as a potential benefit of both protectionism and globalization strategies?
What is presented as a potential benefit of both protectionism and globalization strategies?
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Which of the following describes a benefit of globalization, directly for consumers?
Which of the following describes a benefit of globalization, directly for consumers?
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What does the text suggest about the current economic approach of countries regarding protectionism and globalization?
What does the text suggest about the current economic approach of countries regarding protectionism and globalization?
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Based on the information provided, what is a consequence of the Digital Services Tax (DST) mentioned in the text?
Based on the information provided, what is a consequence of the Digital Services Tax (DST) mentioned in the text?
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Which of the following best describes a trade embargo?
Which of the following best describes a trade embargo?
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A trade sanction is primarily used to:
A trade sanction is primarily used to:
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What is the primary economic impact of currency conversion fees?
What is the primary economic impact of currency conversion fees?
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Which of the following is an example of a non-tariff barrier to trade?
Which of the following is an example of a non-tariff barrier to trade?
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How does supply management act as a barrier to trade?
How does supply management act as a barrier to trade?
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What is one of the primary downsides of supply management in Canada?
What is one of the primary downsides of supply management in Canada?
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Which trade barriers restricts quantity of a product rather than its price?
Which trade barriers restricts quantity of a product rather than its price?
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What is the intended purpose of trade sanctions?
What is the intended purpose of trade sanctions?
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Which factor has contributed to the shifting landscape of globalization, leading to a decline in the trade of tangible goods?
Which factor has contributed to the shifting landscape of globalization, leading to a decline in the trade of tangible goods?
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In recent years, what trend has emerged concerning the types of goods that are traded?
In recent years, what trend has emerged concerning the types of goods that are traded?
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Why are Canadian businesses increasingly looking to shorten their supply chains?
Why are Canadian businesses increasingly looking to shorten their supply chains?
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What specific factor contributes to the shifting global economic influence of China?
What specific factor contributes to the shifting global economic influence of China?
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What was a key impact of China's low wage manufacturing on global prices?
What was a key impact of China's low wage manufacturing on global prices?
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What is the core purpose of free trade agreements like NAFTA (CUSMA/USMCA)?
What is the core purpose of free trade agreements like NAFTA (CUSMA/USMCA)?
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During which US presidency were there significant efforts to alter the original terms of NAFTA?
During which US presidency were there significant efforts to alter the original terms of NAFTA?
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How does China's current shift toward a local economy impact its position as a global manufacturing hub?
How does China's current shift toward a local economy impact its position as a global manufacturing hub?
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What significant environmental concern is associated with the construction of the Gordy Howe Bridge?
What significant environmental concern is associated with the construction of the Gordy Howe Bridge?
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Besides the Gordy Howe Bridge, which bridge also connects Canada and the USA?
Besides the Gordy Howe Bridge, which bridge also connects Canada and the USA?
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What is the primary purpose of the Gordy Howe Bridge?
What is the primary purpose of the Gordy Howe Bridge?
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What is the 'China-plus-one' strategy adopted by Maersk in response to tariffs?
What is the 'China-plus-one' strategy adopted by Maersk in response to tariffs?
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What type of goods are typically transported by trucks using the Gordy Howe Bridge, according to the text?
What type of goods are typically transported by trucks using the Gordy Howe Bridge, according to the text?
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What is the approximate age of the Ambassador bridge that the Gordy Howe Bridge is replacing?
What is the approximate age of the Ambassador bridge that the Gordy Howe Bridge is replacing?
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Which of the following best describes Maersk's operational scope?
Which of the following best describes Maersk's operational scope?
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How many lanes of traffic does the Gordy Howe Bridge have?
How many lanes of traffic does the Gordy Howe Bridge have?
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Flashcards
Exporting
Exporting
When a country sells goods or services to other countries.
Export
Export
A good or service that is sold to another country.
USA
USA
The largest market for Canadian exports, buying many of our goods and services.
Oil
Oil
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Pulses
Pulses
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What factors influence a country's currency value?
What factors influence a country's currency value?
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What is a depreciating dollar?
What is a depreciating dollar?
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What is an appreciating dollar?
What is an appreciating dollar?
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What is the Temporary Foreign Worker program?
What is the Temporary Foreign Worker program?
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How does the Temporary Foreign Worker program impact the Canadian economy?
How does the Temporary Foreign Worker program impact the Canadian economy?
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Business cost
Business cost
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Business profit
Business profit
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Shareholders
Shareholders
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Job loss
Job loss
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Job gain
Job gain
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Unethical business practice
Unethical business practice
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Our environment
Our environment
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Protectionism
Protectionism
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Tariff
Tariff
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Non-Tariff Barriers
Non-Tariff Barriers
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Trade Embargo
Trade Embargo
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Trade Quota
Trade Quota
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Supply Management
Supply Management
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Trade Sanction
Trade Sanction
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Currency Conversion
Currency Conversion
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Job Protection for Canadian Farmers
Job Protection for Canadian Farmers
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Overreliance on Exports
Overreliance on Exports
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Free Trade Agreements
Free Trade Agreements
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Shortening Supply Chains
Shortening Supply Chains
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Changing Demographics
Changing Demographics
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Digital Economy
Digital Economy
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Local Based Economy
Local Based Economy
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Competitive Advantage
Competitive Advantage
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Gordy Howe Bridge
Gordy Howe Bridge
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Industrial Goods
Industrial Goods
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China-plus-one Strategy
China-plus-one Strategy
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MAERSK
MAERSK
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Ogdensburg-Prescott International Bridge
Ogdensburg-Prescott International Bridge
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Manufacturing
Manufacturing
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Study Notes
Final Exam - 1.5 Hours
- Exam will be held on Monday, January 27th, from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm.
- Exam is out of 108 marks.
- Students must bring a pencil, pen, eraser, and pencil crayons.
Part 1
- Multiple Choice (MC) questions (26 marks)
Part 2
- Fill-in-the-blank questions (28 marks)
- No word bank will be provided.
Part 3
- Cartoon analysis (12 marks)
- 3 different cartoons will be provided.
Part 4
- Statements (9 marks)
- 3 different statements to analyze.
- Students must draw the understanding of the statements.
Part 5
- Short answer questions (18 marks)
- 6 short answer questions will be asked.
Part 6
- Long answer question (15 marks)
- Students must choose 2 of 4 big themes and answer the provided questions.
Lesson #1
- International Business is about many things to many different people.
- For Canadians, international business has led to greater wealth.
- Definitions of international business:
- Trading goods and services between 2 countries
- Business relationships between countries (ex. USA and Canada).
- Large corporations (ex. McDonalds, Toyota).
- Importing and exporting (buying from and selling to other countries).
Lesson #2
- There is debate around the advantages and disadvantages of international business.
- Disadvantages (Concerns):
- Domestic job loss due to outsourcing.
- Interconnectedness of economies.
- Foreign companies taking profits back to their origin countries (ex. Toyota), avoiding taxes (ex. Amazon).
- Consumers favoring cheaper foreign products.
- Lesson summary:
International business has both benefits and drawbacks.
Lesson #3
- Canada is an exporting nation, primarily exporting to the USA.
- Top Exports: Oil/gasoline, automobiles, agricultural products (beef and pulses), gold, and lumber.
- Economic Advantages (Oil):
- Economic growth and job creation.
- Investments in oil companies, refineries, and exploration.
- Government revenue from taxes and royalties.
- New revenue to fund other government activities.
- Strengthened international trade relationships.
- Economic Disadvantages (Oil):
- Contribution to climate change.
- Reduced investment in other industries.
- Dependence on a finite resource (non-renewable).
- Volatility of oil prices.
- Conflicts and disruptions in the sector.
Lesson #4
- Canada is one of the top 4 oil producing countries in the world.
- Current global oil consumption is around 100 million barrels per day (BPD).
- Oil price fluctuations affect production and supply.
- Canada exports approximately 5 million BPD.
- The Trans Mountain pipeline projects to increase export capacity by about 500,000 BPD.
- Political considerations affect Canada's international trade and relationships with other countries.
Lesson #5
- A new oil pipeline, Trans Mountain Pipeline, was built to stretch from Alberta to Vancouver and has the potential to increase exports to international markets.
- Questions raised about the pipeline include:
- Balancing climate change goals with oil investment. -Ownership of the pipeline. -Potential for indigenous business inclusion in ownership or operation. -Regional/Canadian sentiment regarding the pipeline benefits.
Lesson #6
- Importing is essential for a country's economy as it demonstrates buying power.
- Trade deficit: When imports exceed exports.
- Trade surplus: When exports exceed imports.
- Canada imports many goods and services, including entertainment (streaming), workers, consumer goods, technology, and vehicles.
- Imports allow Canada to focus on producing products where it has a competitive advantage.
- An example of this would be if Canada imports raw materials and exports finished goods to create a competitive advantage.
Lesson #7
- Importing is related to the value of currency fluctuations.
- Currency undervaluation (vs another currency) may be a factor that makes importing expensive for importers.
- Currency appreciation (vs another currency) may be a factor that makes importing cheaper for importers.
Lesson #8
- Canadian companies import workers temporarily under the Temporary Foreign Worker program, which is used in agriculture, quick service restaurants (QSRs) like Tim Hortons, and other industries.
- These workers contribute to economic growth by filling labour demands.
Lesson #9
- Canada's import concentration is concentrated in few countries for commodities like cocoa beans, which presents consequences.
- Concerns arose from sourcing certain goods from only a handful of countries as the risks become concentrated.
Lesson #10
- The USA is Canada's largest trading partner, accounting for a substantial proportion of exports and imports.
- Mutual economic dependence between the two countries via trade agreements.
- Economic areas of mutual interest:
- Economic stability
- Resource sharing (oil, other commodities)
- Trade agreements
- Border town economies
- Integrated economies (auto sector)
- Critical minerals (Nickel, uranium etc.)
Lesson #11
- The unit will focus on examining the relevant data points that define a state or country.
- Categorical Data:
- Demographics (gender, income level)
- Geography (topography: mountains, rivers).
- Economic conditions (unemployment rate).
- Culture (Religion etc.)
Lesson #12
- Canada and the USA have a complicated but mutually beneficial relationship
- Each country has different state interests, political views that impact trade with the USA.
- Economic interdependence: Any major economic problems will affect the interconnectedness.
Lesson #13
- Trade agreements and globalization.
- Globalization: Interconnectedness of countries, leading to increased trade and interactions.
- Advantages of Globalization:
- Lower product costs
- Access to international markets
- Technology spread
- Disadvantages of Globalization:
- Job loss
- Potential harm to domestic industries
- International Conflicts
- Exploitation of labour
Lesson #14
- Globalization and trade agreements.
- Countries are interconnected.
- Businesses operate internationally.
- Consequences of import/export interdependence.
- Implications for Canada's trade with other countries.
Lesson #15
- Economic terms like subsidies, geopolitical terms.
- Historical contexts of economics.
- Government actions to influence economic growth, whether it be beneficial or damaging to the global economy.
Lesson #16
- Subsidies benefit specific industries, but may have negative consequences as well.
- Benefits of subsidies: economic growth, job creation, increased government revenue, greater productivity, and increased supply of goods.
- Downsides to subsidies: opportunity cost, winners and losers, over-promised outcome (not meeting expectations), and the effect on wages.
Lesson #17
- Globalization is changing in ways that are not easily understood for trade dependent countries.
- Important trends affecting globalization:
- Changing demographics.
- Growing importance of digital economies.
- Increasing trade barriers.
- Supply chain disruptions.
Lesson #18
- Examining China's rise in the global economy and its implications for international trade.
- China's economic success is based on manufacturing and exports.
- Concerns about the effect China's economic power has on other countries and corporations.
Lesson #19
- The World Trade Organization (WTO) and its role in regulating international commerce.
- WTO as a trade regulator.
Lesson #20
- Understanding trade barriers and their impact on international trade.
- Tariffs (taxes on imported goods).
- Non-tariff barriers (government regulations).
- Trade disputes/policies.
Lesson #21
- Supply Management: A system for managing the amount of imported and exported goods with strict regulations.
- Upsides to Supply Management: Protection of domestic producers, stable domestic production of goods, price control for consumers.
- Downsides to Supply Management: Reduced product choices, reduced competitiveness for domestic industries, higher consumer prices, lack of innovation in the regulated industry, and potential conflict with other countries.
Lesson #22
- Trade Barriers: An important policy consideration for international trade relations.
- Trade Embargo: Complete ban on trade with a particular country, in response to or punishment of some act.
- Examples of trade embargoes used and their impact.
- Why are trade embargoes less useful today than they were in the past?
Lesson #23
- Trade sanctions: A country halts or restricts trade relations with another, in response to geopolitical actions.
- Sanctions can target individuals or entire countries
- Examples and reasons for implementing trade sanctions.
Lesson #24
- Currency fluctuations and their impact on trade and international business.
- Depreciating and appreciating currency exchange rates.
- How currency exchange rates affect importers and exporters.
Lesson #25
- Analyzing a specific international business, BYD or build your dreams
- Examine the success of an electric car manufacturer.
- The impact BYD's success has on other countries or potential investors trying to replicate their success.
Lesson #26
- Supply Chain Analysis: Factors influencing supply chains
- Examples of factors that determine how effective supply chains are, such as:
- Trade disputes.
- Weather.
- Political conflicts.
- Economic growth/decline.
- Pandemics.
- Strikes.
Lesson #27
- Transportation and supply chains, focusing on major transit routes.
- The impact of the Canadian-American border crossings on international trade.
- The Gordie Howe Bridge connecting Detroit, MI to Windsor, ON, as well as the Panama Canal as important trade routes.
Lesson #28
- Examining a large shipping company (Maersk) and understanding their global supply chain operations.
- Studying global shipping routes or strategies by large corporations that use diversification in their operations.
Lesson #29
- The Panama Canal as a major shipping route.
- Issues facing the canal, such as climate change.
Lesson #30
- How companies manage their supply chains.
- The importance of understanding supply chains in different industries.
- The impact of different countries' or governments' policies on international trade flows.
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Test your knowledge about the economic landscape of Canada with this quiz. Explore topics such as foreign companies, Canada's exports, the relationship with the USA, and currency valuation. See how well you understand the key economic activities that shape Canada in the global trade context.