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How Location, Climate, and Natural
Resources Impact Trade
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Natural ResourcesCanada’s abundance of natural resources allows them to export many products to other countries.
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Natural ResourcesFossil fuels
including coal, oil, and natural gas are plentiful in Canada
Canada exports oil and natural gas
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Natural ResourcesForests cover ½ of
the countryForest products are
exported to the U.S, China, and Japan
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Arable LandCanada
grows enough food to feed its people and exports agricultural products
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Mineral ResourcesIron ore,
nickel, gold, diamonds, zinc, copper, and more minerals are found in Canada
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Natural ResourcesLakes and rivers
provide Canada with fish, fresh water, and hydroelectric power
The U.S buys electricity from Canada’s hydroelectric plants
Fish products are exported
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•Canada’s location helps it be a leader in world trade•It has 9 major ports•The St. Lawrence River and the Great Lakes provide a shipping route from the central part of Canada to the Atlantic Ocean
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Canada’s LocationThe 3,000
mile border with the U.S. benefits Canada’s economy
The U.S. receives about 80% of Canada’s exports
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ClimateCanada’s climate
allows them to grow agricultural products that are exported like wheat and other grains
Highways, railroads, and airports have been built to withstand the colder climate