Western Provinces: Canada

Article Abstract:

The Western Provinces of Canada have discovered that biotechnology and call centers are more economically viable than tapping natural resources. Manitoba's diverse economy has created 10,000 new jobs in 1995, a feat that it expects to repeat in 1996. Saskatchewan, on the other hand, uses its cereal crops, fertilizer and natural gas and oil for its agricultural biotechnology research. Meanwhile, Alberta lures businesses into its fold with fat tax incentives, while British Columbia's warm climate, high quality of life and a steadily-growing economy attract many outside industries.

Economic development, British Columbia, Alberta, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Western Canada

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On the cutting edge: R&D helps put Canada and the companies that do business here out in front

Article Abstract:

Canada's competitive edge in research and development (R&D) is due to the commitment of the federal government to support R&D with the necessary infrastructure and resources. Its tradition of cooperating with foreign-owned firms in government-funded research projects is a generous incentive supported by a highly educated workforce and tax writeoffs. Much of Canada's success in R&D can be attributed to dynamic partnerships between public and private sectors.

Administration of General Economic Programs, Intnl Economic Policy, Industrial sites, Industrial research, Economic policy, International economic relations

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Atlantic provinces shore up for big business

Article Abstract:

Issues concerning business development and investment opportunities in the Atlantic provinces of Canada are discussed. Particular attention is given to business opportunities provided by the region's oil resources and to ways in which particular companies have used these opportunities.

Business enterprises, Atlantic Provinces

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