International Business and Trade
Business Studies · Grade 9 · Business Fundamentals · 1.º Período

International Business and Trade

An overview of global trade, including imports, exports, and the impact of international business on the Canadian economy.

Ontario Curriculum ExpectationsA4.1 explain the importance of international trade to the Canadian economyA4.2 identify barriers to international trade

About This Topic

An overview of global trade, including imports, exports, and the impact of international business on the Canadian economy.

Key Questions

  1. Why do countries engage in international trade?
  2. What are the benefits and drawbacks of importing goods?
  3. How does globalization affect local Canadian businesses?

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