Ours is one of the wealthiest nations in the world and Canadians enjoy many privileges of economic freedom. But do we know why?  Economics touches every aspect of our lives and explains the forces driving globalization of the Canadian economy and the world around us. This course examines modern economic theory and principles at a micro level. Topics include supply and demand, consumer behaviour, price determination, resource allocation, money and banking, national income accounting, and labour. It also examines the role of monetary and fiscal policies in stabilizing the economy and promoting economic growth.