Abstract It shows that, by increasing capital flows across borders, globalization significantly weakens Canadian sovereignty. Moreover, it fuels the policies of deregulation and privatization, which, in turn, hurts Canadian social programs and poor people. .
Abstract Land claims and assertions of treaty rights are key elements of native constitutional challenges. This paper analyzes these policies in the context of the fisheries and marine resources. Nisga'a conflicts with non-Native fishers, the Donald Marshall 'eel' case and recent events at Burnt Church are considered.
Abstract Leo Groarke, in his article "Pornography, Censorship, and Obscenity Law in Canada," presents an analysis of the issues of censorship, pornography and their co-existence with the principles of free speech and freedom of expression, in Canada and the United States. This analysis explores these issues from a primarily Canadian perspective, beginning with an analysis of the philosophical and theoretical foundations of these issues and extending this to their application in case law and legislation. Within this context, Groarke argues that while proposed legislation in Canada with regard to pornography and freedom of speech are flawed in that they do not take into account the complexities of these issues, it is nonetheless possible to reconcile restrictions on access to pornographic materials while still maintaining the principle of freedom of thought, speech and expression in our society.
Abstract Michael Ignatieff's 2000 Massey lecture highlighted Canada as a rights society. This is a consequence of the geographic concentration of the three founding peoples. The result has been conflicts between the federal and provincial governments and between natives and provincial governments. This discussion focuses on the assertion that 'land claims' are an avenue to settlement of these issues. It links establishment of a territorial base to political autonomy.
Examines the ways in which the Canadian Governement has institutionalized policies of racisim and sexism in order to maintain a system of white, male privilege.
1,900 words (approx. 7.6 pages), 3 sources, 2002, $ 71.95
Abstract Ng (1993) and Bannerji (1995) both provide arguments for describing how the Canadian state practices racist and sexist ideologies; and how the work of building a "Canadian nation" has been constructed around racist/sexist state policies and social practices, all of which have served the interests of the elite white classes. Furthermore, as Ng and Bannerji include relations of gender in these historical constructs, they explicated the ways the relations of ethnicity and gender are linked into economic structures. How have these practices been in effect as structures of oppression and subjugation? Specifically, how have these processes operated to maintain racism and sexism through structural and institutional systems of white privilege and patriarchal dominance?
Abstract Paper refers to origins of sexual inequality in Canada, indicators of changing status , factors accounting for changes, and factors still preventing equality in reference to changes experienced.
Abstract Other than the staples thesis, the National Policy has probably engendered more debate among economic historians than any other issue in Canadian economic history. Though many credible positions can be taken on the issue, this paper will argue that the National Policy did induce settlement in the Prairies after 1896, but it likely did more harm than good into the longer term. While it is undeniable that it had some corollary if not positive impact, for the most part the National Policy was wasteful and unnecessary. It was a misdiagnosed prescription of the wrong medication at the wrong time.
Abstract Over the past thirty years, rather than improving, it is clear to see that the regional disparities, economic and otherwise, have been getting worse. Looking to census data over the circa 1966-96 period, we can see that Eastern Canada, in particular, has fared very poorly. This paper will bring this evidence to light, and argue that, not only have regional inequalities been exacerbated in the past 30 years, but that they will continue to get worse as globalization intensifies.
Abstract Proponents of Toronto's Olympic bid argue that it will be an economic windfall for the city directly and indirectly. Its opponents argue that it will be economically costly and that it represents misguided public policy and expenditure. The experience of another Olympic venue (Barcelona, 1992) is outlined and then the debate about potential costs and benefits for Toronto is examined.
Tags: CANADIAN STUDIES AND ISSUES / SPORTS, toronto olympic bid
Abstract Section 2 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms identifies Canadians' fundamental freedoms of thought and religion. This discussion assesses its application in the last twenty years. The emphasis is on issues of religious observance-'Sunday shopping' and prayer in schools-and the issue of 'hate crimes' such as holocaust denial.
Abstract Sherene Razack, in her article "Your Place or Mine: Transnational Feminist Collaboration," slaughters sacred cows at a truly phenomenal rate. As this review will demonstrate, her article represents a brilliant and insightful challenge of the tokenism with which liberal, multicultural Canada - and the liberal, multicultural academy - represents women from the "Third World". While the logic of her argument is, I would argue, flawed in spots, the power of her arguments nonetheless reflects a mature feminist discourse that has come of age in our transnational era. Sadly, her arguments - and particularly her analysis of the subtle racism and social constructions of the asylum/refugee process in Northern countries such as Canada - are not likely to be reprinted in the mainstream media where they deserve a wider audience and provoke public debate.
Abstract Since the colonial era Victoria has been the capital of British Columbia. It is located on the southeastern tip of Vancouver Island. This discussion outlines the physical geography of this region including its physical geography, geomorphology, soils, climate and vegetation. Additionally, the role of tectonic activity in the area is explored.
Abstract Since the Cuban revolution, Cuban-American relations have been strained. The Cuban Adjustment Act (1966) grants refugee status to virtually every Cuban national to arrive in the US. This is a point of contention between the two governments. This paper analyzes Cuban-American migration and the similar case of undocumented refugees from China arriving in Canada in 1999.
Abstract Some Manitoba politicians have argued that the province's average resident is economically better off than his or her British Columbia counterpart. At first glance, this might appear to be unusual in light of the understanding that British Columbia is a much larger province in terms of population and has achieved strong growth during recent years as a result of a robust market for the province's natural resource exports. With this in mind, the purpose of this paper will be to examine this particular claim. An assessment will be made of the merits of this claim using primary data sources, most notably the information that is provided by Statistics Canada.
Abstract Some of the issues discussed in this paper are, improvements in telecommuting technology, defining types of telework, remote managing, virtual teams, productivity and satisfaction, use of global labor force, social contact (synergy and learning), switching to virtual networks.
