Why we’re considered a region…

The U.S. and Canada are both part of North America, and share the worlds largest “unprotected” border

Mountains to both the East and West

Mount McKinley, 20,320 feet

Vast Plains and lowlands in the center

Lakes and Rivers play important roles in trade and industry in both the U.S. and Canada

Continental Divide: - A high point or ridge that determines the direction in which rivers flow.

Rich deposits of natural resources such as oil and coal are found in both places.

Today, the service industry employs most of the workers in both the U.S. and Canada. Most jobs located in urban centers…

Both the U.S. and Canada are “melting pots” People from both countries celebrate their heritage with pride.

Both were settled first by Native Americans, who were then pushed from their lands by European settlers.