Montana’s Relationship With Its Neighbors To The North
Montana and three Canadian provinces, share 545 miles of border. The three provinces are, British Columbia, Alberta and Saskatchewan. Because of the new immigration laws and passport requirements, most of the relationship that Montana has with Canada is controlled by the government. It is reported that there are daily discussions, which happens between the state and province, as well as interactions.
Montana and Canada have a long trading relationship. Last year the trades amounted to a staggering 3.7 billion, mostly from energy. Montana depends on Canada for its energy, to the tune of around 2.9 billion a year. Montana has sold more goods to this country, than the larger traders of China, Mexico and Korea. This profitable relationship, has given more than 28,200 jobs to this state.
Montana looked to Canada for crude petroleum and coal products. Next to energy, crude was the state’s second largest export with estimated worth of 35 million. This relationship seems to be profitable to both parties, as there are 26 Canadian-owned companies in the state of Montana. This employees 872 Canadians, in 61 locations around the state. While some countries may not embrace a relationship like this, Montana and Canada certainly take advantage of their locations and use it for the good of both their residents.