What impact did the Great Depression have on the lives of Canadians?

The Great Depression impacted Canadian lives severely. The Depression was a global phenomenon, originating within the US and quickly spreading to other parts of the industrialized West. In Canada, the unemployment rated dropped to over 27 percent. Service, farming, and manufacturing industries were hit particularly hard.
The Canadian economy depended on trade with countries like the US and Great Britain. As these economies began to sink, Canada's economy stifled for lack of viable trade partners. Between 1929 and 1936, many social ills began to rise within the urban centers. High school dropout rates, organized crime, and the use of illicit drugs all increased substantially during this time frame, destabilizing communities and families. In rural areas, families suffered from lack of access to food and basic services. Throughout the Great Depression, Canadians experienced challenges similar to those experienced by people living in the US and other affected countries.
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