Seven studies explore the modest but significant role of Canadian multinational enterprises in world finance, trade, and direct investment.

Part 1 Introduction; Chapter 1 Canadian Multinationals and International Finance, Gregory P. Marchildon; Chapter 2 The Rise and Fall of a Free-Standing Company in Nova Scotia, Marilyn Gerriets; Chapter 3 From Branch Operation to Integrated Subsidiary, Graham D. Taylor; Chapter 4 'Hands Across the Water', Gregory P. Marchildon; Chapter 5 Canadian Promoters and American Markets, Christopher Armstrong; Chapter 6 The Role of Canadian Chartered Banks in US Banking Crises, Lawrence L. Schembri, Jennifer A. Hawkins; Chapter 7 Global Competitiveness and Public Policy, James L. Darroch; Part 2 Conclusion; Chapter 8 Fin de siècle, Duncan McDowall;