Japanese Canadians, the Second World War and Canada’s mistreatment of these ethnic minorities

Political science   |   Political science   |   Term papers   |   03/26/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « The Japanese in Canada, even those who held Canadian citizenship, were subject to government curfews, personal interrogation and ultimately job loss and sever ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The Japanese in Canada. The Japanese Canadians living on the West Coast. The outburst of the Canadians. Cultural restrictions imposed on Canadian Japanese. A persisting negative perception of all ?Orientals'. Living conditions for...»

Citizenship status, racism, gender and violence: Aboriginal women in Canada, international sex trade - finding the links and associations

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   04/29/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : « as Green suggests native women who end up seeming political inconsequential not only to the Canadian state which frames the laws of citizenship but also the ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The discussion on rights and violence against women. The way that citizenship laws are framed in Canada. That Native women experiencing higher levels of violence . Neo-colonialism or trans-national capital globalization . Forms of...»

Impact of immigrants on Canadian economic development between 1987 and 2007

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Term papers   |   04/30/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « the same numbers with permanent resident status achieving citizenship. The gradual rise in absolute numbers reflects the rise in the Canadian population, which ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The percentage, that the Canadian population grows through immigration, each year. Karen King and Bruce Newbold's notes on the subject . The figure provided by the CIC. The statistics and the analysis provided by Breau and Froschauer...»

Native Canadian education experience in early Canadian history: The industrial school and its legacy in the residential school - Considering oppression and resistance.

Social studies   |   Educational studies   |   Term papers   |   04/27/2009   |   .doc   |   10 pages
Document abstract : « and practical instruction towards developing the right values for adult citizenship. (Axelrod: 6-7) This was a universal element of the Canadian school, from ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Gresko and the acquisition of Rupert's Land by the new Canadian state. The new educational institutional goals . Grant's Samson metaphor. The idea of assimilation through education. Key long-term impact of the separation of parents...»

Africville: The destruction of a community in the name of urban renewal

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   11/17/2008   |   .doc   |   4 pages
Document abstract : « The Ontario Ministry of Citizenship stresses events such as the abolishment of Trek of dissatisfied Oklahomans to the promise of the Canadian prairies, and ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. A black community located on the outskirts of Halifax.. The existence and treatment of Africville.. The result of the war of 1812.. Freedom in exchange for joining the British Army for Black Loyalists.. Impoverished black communities...»

Asian immigration policies in Canada: 1880-1923

History & geography   |   Modern history   |   Term papers   |   03/12/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « with Great Britain in 1902, tied the hands of the Canadian government from effect of banning Chinese from those professions for which citizenship was necessary ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. The Asian's that migrated to Canada.. Royal Commission inquiring into the problem of Chinese immigration. . A steady stream of anti-Chinese legislation.. The awareness that the 'threat' of Asian migration was not over. . The Laurier...»

A broad overview of modern secessionist movements

Political science   |   Political science   |   Presentation   |   07/07/2008   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : « proposed, following the achievement of sovereignty, to retain the economic union with Canada, use the Canadian currency, maintain dual citizenship and allow ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction.. Secessionism?An Overview.. Successful Succession.. The Case of Quebec.. The Case of Sri Lanka.. Understanding the Outcomes.. Synthesis of the Data.. Conclusion.....»

The Political Rhetoric of Same-Sex Marriage

Political science   |   Social sciences   |   Presentation   |   05/05/2008   |   .doc   |   3 pages
Document abstract : « Josephson, Jyl. Citizenship, Same-Sex Marriage, and Feminist Critiques of Marriage. Perspectives on Politics, Vol. Canadian Dimension 38.1 (Jan. 2004): 19-46. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Blending conservative and ascriptive elements. Homosexual critics of same-sex marriage. Jyl Josephson's contention that marriage and citizenship are indelibly linked in our society. Conclusion. Works cited....»

Globalization and the women's movement in Chile

Political science   |   Political science   |   Term papers   |   05/18/2009   |   .doc   |   9 pages
Document abstract : « Franceschet, Susan, and Laura Macdonald. "Hard Times for Citizenship: Women s Movements in Chile and Mexico." Canadian Political Science Assocation. June 2003. ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. The effect of neoliberalism in Latin America . The importance of social capital in maintaining democracy. Different forms of government in Chile. Women's movement against Allende's socialist government . Casa Amiga: A crisis zone for...»

Endangered speeches: A theoretical approach to aboriginal linguistic minority rights in Canada

Social studies   |   Sociology   |   Term papers   |   06/26/2009   |   .doc   |   5 pages
Document abstract : « Ottawa: Canadian Studies Program and Official Languages Support Program, 1998 Directorate, Multiculturalism Sector, Multiculturalism and Citizenship Canada, 1986 ...»

Synopsis abstract : «Introduction. Discrimination and assimilationist policies . The alarming loss of aboriginal language vitality in Canada. The threat of cultural loss in Canada. Linguistic and multicultural policy . The assimilationist view in Canada. The contextual...»

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