Polyethylene prices strengthened and volumes rose in the third quarter from the second quarter. Prices may decline moderately, but strong market demand should provide stability into 1997. In August, CCPA updated its 1994 study of the competitiveness of Canada's business climate for the chemical industry. The report is used in government advocacy, says Shearing, to show the industry's competitiveness in North America and urge legislators and regulators to foster growth. We are competitive overall in our corporate income taxes, payroll, and property taxes.
Benefits cost less in Canada.
We're working with the government to get the construction costs on a level playing field.