Goods that come from agriculture, forestry, mining, and fishing.
A segment of the economy that is made up of jobs and services performed as opposed to goods produced.
The indigenous peoples of Canada who lived south of the Arctic Circle.
An agreement between countries that typically results in reduced barriers to trade and investment flows between the countries. Examples include NAFTA and the TPP.
Seasonal migrants who leave cold regions in the winter months for warmer climes.
Rapid growth of algae in lakes often due to the amount of run off high in phosphates and nitrogen from farms and lawns.
The 750-mile active zone between he Pacific and North American plates that runs from San Francisco down to southern California.
The idea that small issues such as broken windows need to be addressed in order to instill a sense of civic pride. Also used to refer to a policing strategy that addresses small issue such as panhandling in order to prevent more serious crimes.
A major sailing route that linked Europe, Africa and the New World in the transport of goods and slaves.
An area created by sediments carried by a river.
A trade union between Canada, Mexico and the USA.
The region of the North East and Midwest associated with declining manufacturing sector. Also sometimes known as the Frostbelt.
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