I think this docuemtary and "Zeitgeist" is all fear mongering.
Personally, I think this would be a good start. Start with a NA Union, than an American Union, then in a generation or two we can merge with Europe, Asia, Africa, etc. That way, by the time the Aliens get here, we are all united - and ready for them.
I can't for the life of me see happening in Alberta what has happened in the US. Its comaring apples and oranges, if apples were money hungrey banks and organes were dont give a shit oil companies. When Suncor announces a 10B$ plant they dont forsee the market falling out. Though in 50 years you're predictions are not far off. Me being in my 20s, I will probably see good construction work for the rest of my working life, but what about my kids?
Are you in Fort McMurray? Those real estate prices are getting nuts out there too.