Abstract This paper discusses the effects of globalization on state control and regulation. The writer argues that globalization has undermined the state as the mighty guarantor of public welfare and security. The writer further argues that, in the 1990s, the prevailing and even hopeful view was that this was not the case, however, this euphoria did not last long.
From the Paper "Canada has made changes in its political, economical and social systems in order to compete in the ever-changing global market. Globalization is the basis of a fundamental economy in which the Canadian government assumes its responsibility to be competitive on a 'level playing field'. Economic regulation is demonstrated through the state's implementation of monetary and fiscal policies, welfare, unemployment insurance, and health care. Economic pressures associated with globalization, competitiveness and restructuring have altered the discourse and practice of the state."
Abstract This paper examines and critiques two articles that deal with urban space and its primary features. The first of the two articles presents some of the main concepts and ideas by which Urban Spatial Structure can be understood. The second of the two articles presents a review of Canadian urban social geography and what it suggests about the state of the Canadian urban landscape and about our present course in housing and social policy. The paper analyzes the pros and cons of both articles and suggests both are worthwhile additions to the literature.
Abstract The paper examines how, when people discuss gender relations, specifically gender discrimination in the Canadian workplace, they usually conduct their discussion on the presumption that there are only two genders - male and female. The writer proposes that gender relations have become much more complex than this, and the paradigm of just two, opposite genders is increasingly being challenged. The paper analyses some of the repercussions of this aspect of gender relations in the Canadian workplace. There is a rising tide of gender activists who are questioning the binary paradigms that pervade our thinking about gender relations, e.g. man OR woman, gay OR straight, etc.
Abstract This essay focuses on media, immigration and minority groups in Canada. The essay analyzes five articles that look at media bias against immigrants to Canada. The paper argues that the media portrays the immigrants as people who are only good as labourers and not as Canadian citizens.
From the Paper "Miscasting Immigrants and Minorities in Canada Canada is supposed to have a multicultural society in which immigrants are welcome and minorities are accepted. For example, in The Regional Geography of Canada Robert M. Bone states, "Canada is a multicultural society with more than 200 ethnic groups recorded in the 2001 census" (Bone 155). However, there is ample evidence that the media, various levels of government and Canadian society as a whole do not really believe in multiculturalism."
Abstract This paper discusses the likelihood of the provinces in Canada co-operating with each other to get more out of the Federal government. The paper looks at the physical and political geography of the country and then argues that co-operation between the provinces will be unlikely, based on the fact that Canada is highly regionalized.
From the Paper "Regional Co-operation in Canada? Canada is a country in which regionalism is king. Each region is so different that regionalism has become the central characteristic of Canadian political geography. In The Challenge of Regionalism Greg Anderson describes the Canadian regions as, Atlantic Canada, including Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland, and Labrador; Quebec; Ontario; the Prairie West, including Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta; British Columbia; and the Far North. Such divisions are arbitrary and do not Reflect the many nuances of each of these regions(Anderson 2003: 26)."
Abstract The paper presents journal entries which examine a broad sociological concept. It provides the strengths and limitations of popular definitions of each concept and indicates the importance of each concept to the study of contemporary society. The paper describes the importance of a keen understanding of terms like class, gender and discrimination.
From the Paper " Library Research Journal: Definitions and Explanations of Class, Gender and Discrimination Class, Gender and Discrimination are items that are very important in any sociological discussion of our times. As society remains fractured along class, race, sex, ethnicity and a host of other divisions, knowing what these concepts are as well as their applicability to contemporary matters is very important. The following paper will provide definitions of the aforementioned concepts, an example showing application of each concept, some commentary on the concept and copies of the source page from which information on the concepts is drawn. In the final analysis, what should emerge is a recognition that these concepts are somewhat more complicated than they might otherwise appear."
Abstract This paper analyzes the land claims of the aboriginal people of Canada. The paper discusses the history over the struggle between native and non-native Canadians, in regards to their struggle over land, fishing and hunting rights upon property in the country for many years. The paper presents the argument of the aboriginal people and the counter-claim of those non-native Canadians who are opposed to the claim, as well as their solution to the problem.
Abstract This paper discusses the impact of the fur trade on native people. The paper presents the argument that the fur trade, especially in the early years was driven by the Natives and the impact this had on the economy of Canada. It suggests that they were smart business people with a strong ability to discern quality and trading abilities.
From the Paper "The Nature and Impact of the Fur Trade The development of Canada is very different from the development of many other industrial countries. This is because Canada has what is traditionally known as a 'staples economy'. In Globalization and Canadian Economic and Industrial Strategy James M. Gillies says, They pointed out that Canada's economic development could all be explained by the overwhelming abundance in Canada of 'staple products' which they defined as bulky, semi-processed, natural commodities with a high-weight-to-volume ratio, which were produced for export (Gillies 187). This meant that much of Canada's development was based on the extraction or harvesting of natural resources such as fish, fur and timber."
Abstract The paper examines land claims disputes and related issues. The paper begins with the history of
the oppression and subjugation of the native people and discusses how the governments' of North America established control over the indigenous Canadians and Native Americans. The paper further reveals how the nature and history of the European colonization and settlement of North America are paramount to the conflicts, issues and challenges, especially concerning claims to the land, that were presented at the time.
From the Paper "Beginning in the early eighteenth-century, native peoples in both Canada and the United States were subjugated and oppressed for more than two-hundred years as the Canadian and American governments established political, economic, social, and cultural dominance over native tribes and their lands. Comparing issues related to land claims, conflicts involving indigenous Canadians and Native Americans, and majority culture governments reveals that indigenous peoples face many similar challenges due to the nature and history of the European colonization and settlement of North America. While both indigenous Canadians and Native Americans have legitimate land claims and a host of other justified grievances, historians are in general agreement that American.."
Abstract Explores the multicultural and expanded immigration policies in Canada and its positive results on society.
Explains the success of the Canadian Multiculturalism Act and offers reasons that Canada now attracts so many ethnic groups. The emphasis of the paper is on the Chinese and Jamaican ethnic groups.
From the Paper "Canada is a multicultural country to which people come from different ethnic and national backgrounds, but all live in harmony here. Since the forming of multiculturalism and the expanded immigration policies, Canada has attracted people from all over the world that come here for a better education, better work and a better life in general. There has been a growing trend, from only a few ethnic groups in the past, to over eighty ethnic groups today, perhaps largely due to the very successful Canadian Multiculturalism Act."
