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This video summarizes the basics of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement. This including a discussion on ideas to lower the lost funds through trades.

I chose this video because it highlights the fundamentals of the Canadian Free Trade Agreement, which was quite helpful for someone who had never known much about it. I specifically appreciated the part where she provided the statistics for the amounts of money that we lose every day through trades.

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What is the Canadian Free Trade Agreement

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Today, we will discuss the Free Trade Agreement and protectionism. Specifically, we will explain the agreement's purpose and scope and outline its pros and cons.

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This video talks about the issues in which the connections between India and Canada. Issues including their Free Trade Agreement. It was said that Canada had put the agreement on hold.

I selected this video because I was curious on the history of the Free Trade Agreement regarding other countries relations with Canada, this video was short and to the point which made me more inclined to choose it for this project. Something that stuck out to me is that the whole situation was apparently seen as a wake up call for the authorities in Canada.

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India-Canada Ties Remain Frosty, ‘Free Trade Agreement Talks Put On Hold’: Sources

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This video summarizes President Donald Trump speaking on his plans to attempt to renegotiate a new deal with Canada and Mexico, after he won the 2024 election.

I specifically chose to use this video because it involves Canada and it includes what could be bad news for us Canadians. Something that stood out to me while watching this video was the confidence he had while explaining his plan, as this plan could affect the United States relationship with both Canada and Mexico, him being so confident was quite impressive.

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Trump announces plan to renegotiate free trade agreement with Canada

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Why free trade trumps protectionism | Business Explained

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The Management Study Guide emphasizes key issues related to Canadian free trade policies. It focused on the United States and the impact of recent actions by Donald Trump, which aimed to undermine the Canadian economy through tariffs and other measures affecting our free trade policy.

I wanted to share this website to illustrate how little I, and many others, understand about Canada’s free trade and the associated challenges. One significant point I want to highlight is that the website claims Canada faces difficulties in engaging in free trade between provinces due to our complex and often detrimental rules and regulations. As a result, consumers end up paying significantly more than they should. This revelation shocked me as a Canadian, as it's alarming to see the harm this is causing us.

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Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is often seen criticizing American President Donald Trump for his protectionist trade policies. Trudeau has openly criticized the Americans and Trump in particular for breaking up the NAFTA and for pulling out of the Paris Accord.

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The Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) website provides a comprehensive breakdown of the agreement, making it an excellent starting point for anyone looking to educate themselves about it.

I chose this website because I believe it serves as a valuable stepping stone into understanding the CFTA. The site goes into great depth regarding the rules and regulations involved. Personally, I found myself easily navigating through the tabs, as all the necessary information was readily accessible.

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Regulatory Reconciliation and Cooperation Table (RCT)

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Canadian Free Trade Agreement - Canadian Free Trade Agreement | Accord de libre-échange canadien

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Overall, the CFTA ensures that Canadian firms secure the same access to Canada’s market as that secured by firms from Canada’s international trading partners.

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This website highlights the foreign agreements that Canada has established, specifically focusing on the Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with various countries around the world.

I chose to include this website because it effectively demonstrates the extent of free trade that Canada has achieved. With agreements in place with 15 different countries, this accomplishment is truly remarkable. Additionally, understanding these agreements is vital for knowing Canada’s trade partnerships and relationships.

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Expand your business to new markets where Canada has free trade agreements.

The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) can help you successfully navigate a free trade agreement (FTA) that presents businesses like yours with new advantages and excellent opportunities for growth in global markets.

Canada currently has 15 FTAs with 51 different countries. Together, these agreements cover 1.5 billion consumers worldwide.

Whether you sell goods or services or you're seeking to ﬁnd business partners in your supply chain, Canada's FTAs help grow your business by:

Increasing your competitiveness: with lower or no tariffs, it could cost less to take your product or service to a new market than it would for a competitor bringing a similar product or service from another country without an FTA in place

Providing you with access to new consumers:

FTAs make it easier for you to sell to consumers in other countries, including foreign governments

FTAs can also include preferential rules that can simplify how you set up your operations outside of Canada

Making foreign markets more transparent and stable: FTAs take some of the guesswork out of exporting by offering Canadian businesses better predictability, protection and transparency in foreign markets

Removing potential barriers to trade: FTAs can reduce border-crossing delays to member countries, which gets your product to market more quickly

Most requested and new agreements

Grow your business in the European Union (EU)
The European Union (EU) is one of the largest economies in the world and Canada's second-largest trading partner. The Canada-EU Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) presents Canadian businesses with preferential access to excellent opportunities for growth in the EU. Learn more about CETA and what it can do for your business.
Grow your business in the Asia-Pacific
Asia-Pacific is the world's leading region of economic growth, offering big opportunities for trade expansion. Canadian businesses can get ahead of the global competition by using Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) - an agreement between Canada and 10 countries: Australia, Brunei, Chile, Japan, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Peru, Singapore and Vietnam.
Grow your business in North America
Physical proximity and cultural alignment make North America a natural first international market for many Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). Learn how to make the most of opportunities available for your business through Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) and get access to resources that will smooth your path into this lucrative market.
Search Canada's list of trade and investment agreements
Learn more about Canada's trade and investment agreements. Discover new opportunities to expand your international footprint. Canada's broad (and growing) trade network gives Canadian companies preferred access to diverse markets all over the world.
Canada Tariff Finder
Quickly get tariff information for specific products and countries where Canada has a Free Trade Agreement. The Canada Tariff Finder tool is intuitive; it searches for tariff rates even without the harmonized system (HS) classification code.
Free Trade Agreement Contact Point:
If you are a Canadian company who wishes to report a market access issue, or have a question regarding technical barriers to trade and/or a regulation under one of Canada's Free Trade Agreements, please contact Global Affairs Canada at:
E-mail : consultations@international.gc.ca

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The Canadian Trade Commissioner Service (TCS) can help you successfully navigate a free trade agreement (FTA) that presents businesses like yours with new advantages and excellent opportunities for growth in global markets. Canada currently has 15 FTAs with 51 different countries. Together, these agreements cover 1.5 billion consumers worldwide.

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This website provides an in-depth analysis of protectionism versus free trade, highlighting the pros and cons of each approach.

I chose this website because I believe it is essential to understand the meanings of free trade and protectionism, along with their respective benefits and drawbacks. It’s crucial to grasp these concepts thoroughly before attempting to judge or change any existing laws. I think this will serve as an excellent opener, as it clearly explains the impact of each approach on a country.

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Protectionism or free trade? The great debate | Stock Logistic

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This has been one of the most controversial debates worldwide: protectionism vs. free trade. How it affects companies like Stock Logistic.

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I was really surprised by the issues Canada faces between its provinces regarding free trade. Given that we are all part of Canada, one might expect free trade to be straightforward and uncomplicated. However, there are numerous rules and regulations that complicate the concept of "free trade," making it less free than one might assume. Additionally, I was astonished to learn how far free trade laws extend internationally and how strong our relationships with other countries have become.

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As someone who has lived in Canada my entire life, it's disheartening to see the state of our economy. Once a great place to call home, it now seems to be in shambles due to failed laws and poor decisions made by our government. In particular, grocery prices have become incredibly expensive, and my cousins who live up north are expressing even more frustration about this issue. The cost of living has increased significantly, and while some may blame Donald Trump and his tariff threats, the root of the problem also lies in our government’s mismanagement. For many, this is a pressing issue, but some people do not realize how devastating it could become if not addressed soon.

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If you could pass on your knowledge to a family member or friend, what do you think is the most important thing to pass on?

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If you could pass on your knowledge to a family member or friend, what do you think is the most important thing to pass on?

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I believe the most important thing to pass on is unbiased knowledge about the situation. Whether we like it or not, everyone has their own biases, and I fear I might not be able to provide an impartial opinion on the matter. However, if I were to share information with a family member, I would definitely explain the differences between free trade and protectionism, along with the pros and cons of both. Educating someone about these differences is important because it allows them to form their own opinion instead of simply adopting mine.

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This photo shows the moment when Canada and the European Commission had finalized their Free Trade Agreement.

I chose it because it is an important part of Canada our Free Trade Agreement's history. Something that stands out to me in this photo is the amount of respect that there seems to be between the two.