COVID-19 Protests Impact Border Trade Between Canada, U.S.

The video discusses the impact of restrictions in America, focusing on the blockage at the Ambassador Bridge, which connects Windsor, Ontario, to Detroit. This blockage affects the daily trade of vehicle parts and other materials, threatening car and truck production already hindered by computer chip shortages. The video highlights the potential for temporary layoffs and plant closures if the situation persists.

What was the initial impact of the blockades in Ottawa?

• Improved international relations

• Boost in local economy

• Disruption in local traffic

• Increased tourism

What is the significance of the Ambassador Bridge in trade?

• It is used for local commuting

• It is a historical monument

• It connects two major cities for trade

• It is a tourist attraction

How much is the daily trade value across the Ambassador Bridge?

• $300 million

• $200 million

• $400 million

• $100 million

What could be a direct consequence of the blockade on manufacturing?

• Increase in production

• Expansion of plants

• Hiring more workers

• Temporary layoffs

What is a potential long-term effect of the production disruptions?

• Permanent plant closures

• Increase in exports

• Rise in employment rates

• Decrease in raw material costs