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Paper Abstract: Resources, environmental concerns, land use, Somali immigrants, health care, military. Paper Introduction: Canada: Economics, Background, Trade, and Future Similar to other North American countries, in recent years Canada has experienced a challenging recession, which technically ended two years ago. The recovery from recession has mostly taken place rather slowly with exports, while inventory growth and domestic demand (the sum total of personal spending, government spending and investment) has remained rather stagnant. According to George Vasic, what is presently needed to sustain Canada's continued recovery is increased consumer spending (1993, p. 19). Prospects for governmental spending seem minimal, so only the Canadian consumer has the potential to bring Canada forward from her economic slump. Canada presently exports transportation equipment, forestry products, machinery, and metals. This sector is projected to add Text of the Paper: The entire text of the paper is shown below. However, the text is somewhat scrambled. We want to give you as much information as we possibly can about our papers and essays, but we cannot give them away for free. In the text below you will find that while disordered, many of the phrases are essentially intact. From this text you will be able to get a solid sense of the writing style, the concepts addressed, and the sources used in the research paper. Various organizations have arisen to foster communication amongmembers of the various clans in order to minimize fighting on the Canadiansoil. AurResources is progressing with work on a big copper and zinc mine in Quebec,and dozens of companies are undertaking ambitious diamond mining projectsin the Northwest Territories. Some assessmentsseem unrelated to the actual process of mining. Canadian corporate taxes also discourage mining. This entrepreneurial enclave serves up hundreds of varieties ofcheese, pyramids of melons, hampers of bagels, and bushels of walnuts andalmonds. 72-73).Todd, D. She is gradually recovering from a recession butneeds greater consumer spending to counteract governmental stagnation. A jointtask force between the Canadian government and the mining industry has beenset up to examine the difficulties existing in the mining industry. As the world's leading exporter of forest products, Canada is quitesensitive to the political ramifications of cutting trees. Land claims and the establishment of new parks have decreasedthe amount of Canadian land available for mineral exploration. The Toronto council members are less interested in the historicalaspects of the market than efficient usage of the valuable land on whichthe market rests. ManySomalians in Canada ease their sense of culture shock by continuing topractice their customary beliefs and rituals of Islam. 19).Prospects for governmental spending seem minimal, so only the Canadianconsumer has the potential to bring Canada forward from her economic slump. 41). Care of this typecauses stress on the already sick person who then is removed from thesupport of family and a familiar environment. (1992, November/December). Thenewer concerns of ecology and prompt health care are receiving attention,but in a slow, methodical manner. 64). Debt levels are rather high, and savings are rather low. 9). Canada's mineral reserves areextensive, and the country's political stability, skilled labor pool, andan efficient infrastructure offer excellent economic support for the miningindustry. Further aesthetic offeringsinclude fish counters with every variety of fish imaginable available,including prawns the size of bananas and a store called Rube's Rice whichcarries 25 varieties of pasta and 16 kinds of dried beans. Traditionally, Canada has a reputation for being a peacekeepingcountry. They can be like a friend who visits a family household that hasjust been struck by disaster, finding the delicate balance betweensupporting, helping, and listening without trying to take over the naturalrights of those who need assistance (Todd, 1992, p. It seems that the problems withstate-run health care systems such as that of Canada arise becausebureaucrats and their computers are not particularly skilled at allocatingresources. BritishColumbia, which produces more than half of Canada's lumber and pulp, isespecially aggressive, advertising its forest beauty in $9 million worth oftourism marketing each year. World Watch, 6 (4), 9.McCarthy, S. The government has encouraged loggingactivity by expanding the provincial network of hydroelectric dams, powerlines, and roads. 19.Wilkins, C. According to Vasic, the best opportunity for Canada to right itseconomic imbalance is for consumers to increase their big-ticket spending,especially on cars (1993, p. One major base-metalproducer threatens to abandon the conversion of a lead smelter unlessBritish Columbia will compromise on a stiff water levy. The store'sspecialty is rice, up to 3 different kinds. Each person in the Canadian military realizes that at some point inhis career it is likely that he will be sent on a peacekeeping mission, andthe Canadians take pride in this aspect of the military effort. This trend is disenchanting toCanada's mining companies. 69-75.Right holes, wrong provinces (1993, June 26). L. 73). (1993, May 24). Some areas of consumer spending arenot likely to assist in an economic rebound (services, food, fuel) becausethey are not cyclical in nature. In Toronto, the St. (1993). Morton said that unlike the UnitedStates where the motto is "Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness,"the Canadian theme would be "peace, order, and good government" (Chaffey,1993, p. Most of the new immigrants have settledin Toronto and its suburbs where they blend into the multicultural society. 68-8 .----------------------- 12 In summary, Canada is remaining true to its rather conservativetradition and culture in economic activity and social change during theyears of 1992 and 1993. (1992, November/December). Canadian officials are concerned that Somalian criminals are slippingthrough the immigration bureaucracy, and as these undesirables are found,they are deported. Although a vigorous economic recovery isnot possible nor even desirable at too fast a pace, gradual increasedCanadian expenditures coming from the private citizen would make a realdifference. Foresters project thatat the current rates of logging, no ecologically viable stands of ancientrain forest will be growing on the coasts of British Columbia by the yearof 2 8. One community has developed a group of highrise apartments in northernEtobicoke, called "Little Somalia," and over 7, more live in Ottawa andMontreal (McCarthy, 1993, p. 9). Internationally physician referral rates differ greatly. Vasicprojects that capital spending will produce zero growth (1993, p. A senioraddictions counselor in Ontario states that patients in her hospitalchemical dependency treatment unit wait up to three months before gettingin. Amnesty International is working with Canadianofficials to stop deportations that will result in the death of Somalianindividuals. Particularly inadequate are services for recovery from addiction.Canadians presently account for 75 percent of the patients in the chemicaldependency unit of the Falls Memorial Hospital in Minnesota. Canada's natural conservatism is not such a strong asset in the areaof the Canadian health care system. Unlike law in the United States, Canada does not automaticallyprovide the protection for individual citizens taken for granted in theUnited States. 73). Now the appealing,trendy market caters to the tastes of worldly, cosmopolitan shoppers,offering such delicacies as fresh mangoes, rose-coloured bananas, and thehottest available chili peppers (Wilkins, 1992, p. (1993, January/February). Nearly one-third of Canada's doctors sent patients outside their country for treatmentduring the past five years, compared with only 19 percent of West Germanphysicians and 7 percent of U.S. ReferencesBerss, M. Some city politicians would like to remove thetraditional type of market and replace it with a modern shopping area.However, the St. The Somali Peace and Consultation Committee, based in Toronto,brings traditional rivals together for consultation and communication.Socially, some of the previous divisions are breaking down, and weddingsand other celebrations bring formerly antagonistic groups together.According to McCarthy, the Somalians are especially sensitive to hints oforganizing for power. BrianUrquhart of the United Nations says that the Canadians are good at keepingpeace because they understand the delicate role of the peacekeepingsoldier. 117). Many authorities are moving toward acompromise that would provide medical care in the United States forpatients who have waited more than 45 days (Berss, 1993, p. Starting over: Fleeing war andchaos, Somali refugees struggle to adjust to a new life in Canada.Canadian Geographic, pp. Major Tony Cannons, director of the securityoperations of the Canadian Forces says that Canadian success in thepeacekeeping activities of their military comes from the Canadianwillingness to negotiate. Mosques have beenbuilt in the major cities where Somalians may retreat for spiritual andcultural sustenance, and many of the women continue to wear the traditionalveiled clothing (McCarthy, 1993, p. 69). The legal system works roughly the opposite of what we findin the United States, determining the best outcome for cases that come upindividually rather than explicitly stating the powers of the national orprovincial governments. which has contributed to everypeacekeeping operation in the United Nations history. Interestexpenses have come down, but there has not been a boom in car sales since1984. The Economist, pp. Canada presently exports transportation equipment, forestry products,machinery, and metals. Economy: A little extravagance would go along way. Presently Canadian consumer spending represents about 6 percent ofthe nation's entire expenditure. Not so attractive is Canada's challenge of dealing with more than3 , Somalian refugees who have entered the country since 1983, followingthe brutal civil war and ensuing anarchy that have engulfed theimpoverished East African country. Otherwise in Canada's economy, she still remains the world's biggestproducer of zinc and uranium, and is among the top five suppliers ofnickel, copper, gold, potash, and lead. The right to privacy in Canada. The recovery from recession has mostly taken place rather slowly withexports, while inventory growth and domestic demand (the sum total ofpersonal spending, government spending and investment) has remained ratherstagnant. Capabilities for specialized care are improperly placedgeographically, and it takes time and organizational machinery to try torectify these administrative errors (Berss, 1993, p. According to George Vasic, what is presently needed to sustainCanada's continued recovery is increased consumer spending (1993, p. Keeping the peace. However, the assimilation efforts of everyoneconcerned seem to be paying off as the country struggles with the task ofhelping the Somalians to adjust. The Forest Minister of Canada also has agenerous $5 million publicity budget for enhancing the timber industry'simage with European consumers. doctors. Higher Canadian immigration levels have boosted housingsales, but cars are not selling as well. These inclinations resultin a nation's economic situation that is far from perfect but graduallyresponding to the requirements of the 199 s. This sector is projected to add 1.25 percent to thegross domestic product in 1993. Canadians are willing to keep talking, even inthe midst of conflict. 68). Canada: Economics, Background, Trade, and Future Similar to other North American countries, in recent years Canada hasexperienced a challenging recession, which technically ended two years ago. Forbes, pp.4 -41.Chaffey, D. The finances of the average Canadian are presently not in the best ofshape. (1993, July). More effective would be the purchases ofhousing and cars. In Minnesota they wait only three days (Berss, 1993, p. A final concern of present and future Canada is that of the right toprivacy. Elsewhere in the Canadian economy and culture, there arise variouspockets of economic growth, struggles with the assimilation of Somalianrefuges, responsible use of the Canadian military, and an inadequate, state-run health care system. Acceptance or deportation of theSomalian refugees is at times heavily emotional, as it is a challenge forNorthern American refugee officials to understand that Somalian individualsmay truly be at risk for their lives if they are the member of a particularclan that is under attack. has had two, Australia had one, Latin America has hadfive, and South Africa has had six. Those who stay face a whole new array of difficulties. Many of these refugees settling in Canada are single mothers whosehusbands are missing, dead, or left behind. The Canadian Director of Exploration inNorth America proclaims that Canada is still a good place for mineralinvestors, but the province must be selected carefully (The Economist,1993, p. 19). Oneapplication--the development of the rich Windy Craggy copper deposit inscenic northern British Columbia--brought in the involvement of at leastagencies, ranging from interests in archaeological sites and tourism to airpollution and wildlife habitats. Inthe original days, vendors parked and sold from their cars inside the cityhall, creating a vast parking lot inside the building. The United Nations has for decades relied upon the Canadianmilitary who act as peacekeeping forces in conflicts around the globe.Recently Canadian troops established checkpoints in former Yugoslavia, andCanada is the only country in the U.N. The CanadianConstitution provides no particular rights to the Canadian individuals, andthe Trudeau government is beginning to respond to the desires of theCanadian people for respect for their individual privacy (Chaffey, 1993, p.132). Lawrence Market vendors diligently conform to healthstandards and taste trends in order to retain their small business oasis(Wilkins, 1992, p. 4 ). 8 ). More than just a thriving place to shop, this creative endeavoroffers local pride and social satisfaction, as the vendors take specialcare to develop friendships with their customers and remember theirparticular tastes in deli-style sausage. Canada's logging industry dates back to the mid 194 s, and morethan 95 percent of British Columbia's public forests are currentlyavailable for timber extraction. CanadianGeographic, pp. Environmental concern is great in Canada, and an application to builda mine may take as long as four years to find its way through environmentalassessments, compared with only six months in countries further south. The temperate rainforest: Canada's clear-cutsecret. Our system is just overwhelmed. Some have as many as six children which theywere able to bring with them to Canada. Inventories are not changing, so it is upto the Canadian citizen to spend if the country is to right its economicsituation. C. Lawrence Market, establishedin 18 3 when Toronto was termed "Muddy York" has been revived andmodernized, a dramatic improvement from the early years when the Market wasthe only place in Toronto where food could legally be bought and sold. The Canadian military has a particular peacekeeping ethos whichserves as an inspiration to other countries around the globe who aspire topeacekeeping operations. The refugeedetermination process is lengthy, and the stresses of unemployment,educational deficiency, and family separation compound with culturaldifferences, making life very difficult for the surviving Somalians. This particular application was turneddown, and the region will become a vast wildlife sanctuary (The Economist,1993, p. (1993). 75). However, in spite of these positives, Canada has not attracted asingle new mining project with a capital cost of greater than $25 millionin the last eight years (The Economist, 1993). Some Canadians have becomeimpatient and gone to doctors in the United States at their own expense. Canada faces a lag in accessibility tovarious types of medical services, especially sophisticated, specializedprocedures, such as magnetic resonance imaging (Berss, 1993, p. Both federal and provincial levels are stymied in theirspending because foreign investors are disapproving of any action that isnot in the direction of reducing the spiraling national debt. A loophole in Canada's health insurance law allows patients to gooutside the country for paid medical care. Many have left children intheir haste to find safety. Canada has not yet completely reconciled the differences betweenenvironmental concerns and the logging industry. This flow of patients out ofthe country minimizes the wait for needed medical attention, but the out-of-country payments have predictably greatly increased, a trend that isalarming to some officials. The government offers perpetually renewable contractsfor large tracts of old-growth trees at very low prices (Denniston, 1993,p. 58-64.Vasic, G. It is the Canadian way to preserve, keepthe peace, and deliberate before taking action. PoliticalScience Quarterly, 1 8 (1), 117-132.Denniston, D. Many Canadian individuals seem tobe deciding to repair their cars rather than replace them. 19). This might seem odd in acountry where rice is not a major product. 4 ). Quebec and theNorthwest territories are more amenable to the resources industries. 4 ).Canadians often find themselves waiting in long lines or on waiting listsfor the care that they need, and some are sent across the border into theUnited States at the expense of Canadian taxpayers. Canadian Business, p. 64). Some defense analysts have suggested that a portionof the Canadian military be permanently designated as peacekeeping manpowerfor the purpose of constant readiness for action anywhere in the world(Todd, 1992, p. One spokesman said that the Somalians will do ratherwell in settling into Canada while retaining their cultural identity.Somalians are rather chauvinistic towards other races, seemingly anundesirable trait, but the result is that they fiercely strive to becomesuccessful in meeting their living and cultural needs. In contrast, theneighboring U.S. But writer Derek Denniston fears that behind the scenes, NorthAmerica's largest and most productive temperate rain forest is in theprocess of being rapidly liquidated (1993, p. This policy has worked rather well for Canadabecause of the country's conservatism, but more recently the situation ofrights to privacy have challenged the old system. Canada's five major gold producers earn more than half of theirrevenue from foreign operations, compared with no foreign activity nineyears ago. Canadian historian W. A world of gourmet delights.Canadian Geographic, pp. Between the spring of 1991 and summer of 1993, the increase ofconsumer spending was only .8 percent. If this paper is not what you are looking for, you can search again: Search for: or Click here to request an essay written just for you.