How Is Canada A Mixed Economy

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Canada is viewed as a mixed economy because not solely the government in Canada makes decisions for the country but citizens additionally get to present their opinion regarding what's best for the country. The government helps the market in some ways like health care, environmental care, education, etc. so as to take care of the economy of Canada. In Canada individuals privately own the industries, and there are thus some industries and corporations which are publicly in hand by the government so citizens take their own responsibility to create sensible decisions, that helps both them and the country. The government also helps individuals in many ways, like building facilities for homeless or handicap those who are not stable enough to take

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