Canada+and+US+connections+Project


 * __ Task Two: Canada and US Connections __**

Students will examine current events to investigate the connections between Canada and the United States that are determined by technology, geography, the arts, media, information systems, etc. and how these connections enhance our quality of life. __**Presentation/Product Possibilities:**__ Voice Thread Glogster Animoto Frames Power point
 * Description **

__YOUR PROJECT SHOULD__
 * Use a world map to locate Canada's closest neighbour.
 * Review the terms in the student glossary (import, exportt)
 * Ensure that you include that technology, geography, the arts, media, information systems, etc. are connections that enhance our quality of life.
 * Discuss with that Canada's most important trading partner is the United States.\
 * Explain that geography has helped develop trade connections and why.
 * Explain why transportation of goods to the United States is less expensive than transporting goods between Canada and trading partners in Europe and Asia.


 * Note: Ensure that you are organizing your information by using EVERNOTE or DIIGO to capture websites for sharing and for your future use.**
 * Note: Ensure that you are using resources from the Creative Commons Website.**

Similarities and Differences between Canada and US: [] Relationship between Canada and America: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tYoTJItSPt0 [] Country Comparison chart here: [] A UNIQUE // RELATIONSHIP //. // Canada // and the // United States // are each other's largest **...** of the environment, a cornerstone of the // Canada //-// United States relationship //. **...** [|www.ceocouncil.ca/.../] [|**Canada**] [|_and_] [|**USA**] [|_trade_facts_April_2004.pdf] [] Canada's background (US perspective) []
 * Resources to assist:**
 * Canada and the United States: A Strong Partnership**