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

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

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

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

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

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

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

LAND USE

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

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

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