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The Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) comprises Thailand,
Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, Brunei and the Philippines. As a group, these
countries rank among Canada's top 10 export markets. With a population of 337
million people, the ASEAN maintains a GDP half that of China.
Canada is undertaking important initiatives to expand its trade with specific
markets. In May 1993, the Minister for International Trade launched the Action
Plan for Japan. This is a joint undertaking with the private sector, to alert
industry to the changing conditions, encourage product adaptation, and assist
with product promotion. The Team Canada conference in Toronto was focused
exclusively on the Asia-Pacific region. Similar events are scheduled for the
Atlantic provinces in spring 1997, Ottawa in the summer and Western Canada in
the fall.
Canadian exports are expected to continue to increase. Opportunities exist for
developing infrastructure and telecommunications, encouraging industrial joint
ventures, and expanding markets.
HIGH STANDARD OF LIVING
Canada’s standard of living is among the highest in the world .More than 65 percent of Canadians own their own homes , with an even higher percentage owning durable goods , such as automobiles , refrigerators , washing machines , televisions , telephones , and radios.
LOW COST OF LIVING
For all that it offers , Canada has a remarkably low cost of living . Its inflation rate has
remained the lowest in the industrialized world .
BEAUTIFUL ENVIRONMENT
In addition to its cultural heritage , Canada is a country of incredible physical beauty .Cosmopolitan cities sit adjacent to spectacular mountains , oceans and the great lakes . From the magnificent Rocky mountains and the warm blue Pacific Ocean on the West coast , to beautiful lakes and the magnificent Niagra falls in central Canada , to the lush green hills of Atlantic Canada ---- The country has it all !!!! As the World’s second largest country , Canada not only has the longest coastline extending 244,000 km , but also 25% of the world’s fresh water is found in Canada .
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