1. Canadian Economy & the National Policy

2. Define Economy: Brainstorm some ideas…

3. Define Economy Definitions: A network of producers, distributers, and consumers of goods and services in a local, regional, or national community.

4. How has the Canadian economy evolved in an attempt to meet the needs of all the people in Canada?

5. Some examples… Healthcare Education Employment Insurance Social welfare More Technology Taxes Fishing Farming Industrialization Free trade Etc.

6. Key Point The economy provides a livelihood which enables one’s needs and wants.

7. Activity: In a group of 5 discuss the scenario provided and come to a consensus of the seven members of your community that would be integral to the survival of your community long term (through the next generation).

8. Extension List what you believe would be the needs and wants of each of the following groups of people (min. 5 each section). Mi’kmaq in 1400Military Recruit in 1917 Canadian Teen 2010 NeedsWantsNeedsWantsNeedsWants