Describe the distinguishing features of the Canadian governance model. Contrast with the governance model of China.
Describe the major features of the Canadian economy in terms of its primary, secondary and tertiary sectors.
What are the major challenges facing each of Canada and China in sustaining economic growth as measured by increases in output per capita? Discuss.
Describe the major features of the Canadian fiscal system (taxes and transfers) and its potential impacts on the Canadian economy.
Describe Canada trade an investment relationships with the Unites States and China. Has the decline of the US economy been good, bad or indifferent for Canada? Has the rise of the Chinese economy been good, bad or indifferent for Canada? In each case, outline the key points of your position.
In the context of the North American Free-Trade Agreement (NAFTA), discuss the potential for a Canada-China Free-Trade Agreement in light of the Canada-Korea Free-Trade Agreement (CKFTA) and the Canada-China Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement (FIPPA).