Canada’s Trading PartnerGrade 6 Social Studies

Re-cap

- When you think of Canada’s geography, what are some things you think of?

- When you think of Canada’s economy, what are some things you think of?

In your groups, come up with a list of countries you think Canada trades with.

Trade...

Trade is the exchange of goods and services between two or more counties.

Canada’s #1 Trading Partner

- Just like a good neighbour will often help you out when you need something, countries help each other by trading goods and services that other countries need.

- Canada and the United States are not just neighbours but trading partners as well.

The United States is directly south of Canada and trades more than $550 billion goods and services each year.

Exports

- Exports are goods and services that a country sends to another country

- Can you think of any of our exports?*Hint: Think of our natural resources

Canada’s Top Exports to the US

- Energy (electricity) - Lumber- Oil- Livestock (i.e. beef) and grains- Cars and car parts- Lobster and other fish

Minds On...

- In your groups, look at the things you have in class (tech, pencil case, binder, sweater etc.)

- Make one list and write down how many of those items were made in Canada.

Imports

- Those items that were not made in Canada were imported to Canada from other countries

- Imports are goods and services that a country receives from another country

What do you think are some items we import from the US?

US Imports

- Electronics- Machinery- Clothing, footware, electricity- Cars- Fruits and vegetables

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FtoOs2oz1sk

To sum it up...

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