Increased Canada-US Border Inspections and Their Affect on the Economy

This paper examines how post 9/11 increased security at the Canada US border has negatively affected teh economies on both sides of the border. Background
On September 11, 2001, North America's world changed forever. After the obvious loss of lives, buildings, and sense of security, North America is also facing several other problems. Like throwing a rock in a pond, the ripples extend far beyond the splash.
One of the ripples from 9/11 is increased, and tighter, Canada-US border inspections. Because of the tighter border, the lines at customs are longer and less friendly. …