1. How Location, Climate, and Natural Resources Impact Trade
CANADA
How Location, Climate, and Natural Resources Impact Trade

2. Natural Resources
Canada’s abundance of natural resources allows them to export many products to other countries.

3. Natural Resources
Fossil fuels including coal, oil, and natural gas are plentiful in Canada
Canada exports oil and natural gas

4. Natural Resources Forests cover ½ of the country
Forest products are exported to the U.S, China, and Japan

5. Arable Land
Canada grows enough food to feed its people and exports agricultural products

6. Mineral Resources
Iron ore, nickel, gold, diamonds, zinc, copper, and more minerals are found in Canada

7. Natural Resources
Lakes 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

8. LAND USE

9. Canada’s Location
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

10. Canada’s Location
The 3,000 mile border with the U.S. benefits Canada’s economy
The U.S. receives about 80% of Canada’s exports

13. Climate
Canada’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