How Does Globalization Affect Canada

Canada has now been in Kandahar for almost six years fighting by the sides of the strongest country, the United States. The attacks of September 11, 2001 undoubtedly affected not only the United States but the rest of the world as well. Canada, being their neighbours, took an oath and stepped in. There, of course, are controversies facing Canada taking part in this war. Some being that we should stay, being as we are dependent on U.S.A. Others being we should withdraw because the people of Canada are dependent on their government to make the right choice. To which is more important creates this ultimate controversy.

Canada has most definitely looked towards our Prime Minister, Stephen Harper, for some answers about Afghanistan. He provides us with a statement
The core political aspect for Canada to stay is globalization. Globalization is “The increasing interdependence of states, economies and societies throughout the world…” (Brooks, 564). A quote found in the book that defines Canada’s globalization is “The central feature of Canada’s economic condition is the degree to which it is dependent on markets outside of Canadian borders” (Brooks, 483). A major part of Canada’s globalization is the United States, which is what influences us to stay in this war. This is also because “Canada has been the major export market for American goods for over half a century…”(Brooks, 493). On top of this, “The United States has long been the largest source of foreign investment in Canada, currently accounting for close to two-thirds of all foreign investment…” (Brooks, 493). The Canadian government fears that if they withdraw they will lose their trade agreements with U.S.A. as this is what Canada’s economy is dependent on. As proven here, it creates great political stress on our government to make the right decision for the long