That impression exists. Actually, competition between Canadian products and imports is stronger, which causes more stress.
That being said, Canada is the fifth largest exporter in the world, but it is also the fifth largest importer.
Assistant Deputy Minister, International Affairs Branch, Department of Agriculture and Agri-Food, Canadian Food Inspection Agency
That impression exists. Actually, competition between Canadian products and imports is stronger, which causes more stress.
That being said, Canada is the fifth largest exporter in the world, but it is also the fifth largest importer.
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