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The financial crisis caused a considerable slowdown in world trade that looks like it may continue. However, not all countries are affected the same way as the amount of exports differs considerably across the globe. This chart shows the per capita dollar value of exports in countries across the world. On a per capita basis, Canada is one of the world’s biggest exporters.
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Scales Capitol Hill

The largest trade delegation in Alberta history visited Washington in mid-January, with public policy events on Capitol Hill and a business session at the historic Mayflower Hotel. The delegates sought to advance cross-border trade ties and highlight the mutual benefits of the long-standing economic relationship between Canada’s fastest growing province and its largest foreign trading partner. (more…)