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As a country that earns its living exporting commodities, elevated prices have so far saved Canada from the kind of credit crunch experienced south of the border. In fact, for the last two years easy money has created a housing bubble. So, as the market begins to cool there’s growing speculation there'll be a sharp correction – and one that would deepen if China’s rapid growth slows. This may be less of a concern for Canada’s banks, protected as they are by government guaranteed mortgage insurance, than its taxpayers.