This paper studies the character of Irish immigration from 1815-1870 and presents the kinds of emigrants arriving in Canada during each period: Pre-famine, famine and post-famine period.
Abstract This paper describes the conditions in Ireland that pushed people to leave for Canada, the pull factors that made British North America so attractive. The author states that the immigration was successful for both Ireland and British North America: Ireland reduced population and Canada received Irish immigration who provided the unskilled labor required to develop the country, a population to protect the colony under any further attacks from the United States and the political and economic influence of the Irish people. The paper states that there were problems such as an overwhelming flood of immigrants in the case of the exodus of 1847, cholera outbreak in Canada in the 1830s and poverty. Annotated bibliography.
From the Paper "From 1815 to 1870 approximately 875,000 Irish embarked on ships heading to British North America. Usually immigration had a positive impact for both the homeland and the colonies; for owners of timber ships it solved the problem of sending empty ships westward across the Atlantic, and for Irish landlords it could be used to reduce unnecessary labor on their estates. For most emigrants the effects of moving from their homeland was also positive, because many found employment, land and wealth in Canada that they could not have obtained in Ireland. For the entire century various factors played a part in the experience of emigrating. The class, religion and wealth of the people themselves varied, with the highest classes and wealthiest leaving before the famine, and with the poorest fleeing around mid-century. The factors pushing emigrants from Ireland and pulling themselves towards British North America also changed as the century progressed. For most people the lack of opportunity in Ireland, and the plentiful employment, land, and the chance of improving ones position in society in Canada, were cited as being the main reasons for leaving."
Abstract This essay will maintain the stand that more skilled immigrants should be allowed to come into the country. This is sure to not only bring about economic benefits and boost productivity, but is also a way to tackle the dwindling population problem that plagues Canada today. In addition, surely, this will further help to boost the multicultural diversity that this country is known for. This paper will argue that to ensure that this does happen, successful applicants should be required to have reasonable English or French standards.
Abstract A significant portion of those over 60 in Canada, predominantly those living alone, lives below the Statistics Canada low-income cut-off. This has a significant impact on their health and increases the demands that they place on the health care system. This discussion identifies the extent of poverty amongst the elderly, its implications for future government health care policy and the inadequacy of government responses to this point.
Abstract At the outset, it is important to note that although the Prime Minister of Canada has a number of great powers, s/he may be reluctant to use them to the full. Each Prime Minister has their own style: some rely more on the direction of their cabinet, while others may choose to pave Canada's political road without considering the views of colleagues. For this reason, the accurate response to the question of whether or not the Prime Minister is too powerful depends almost solely on the Prime Minister in question. For the purposes of this paper, the avenues of power available to any Prime Minister will be considered.
Abstract For the purposes of this paper, a staple is a product with a large natural resource content. Some part of its fabrication must take place at the spot, even if only in the trivial sense of seizing it away from nature. This paper finds that the staple theory though not perfect is the most appropriate context in which to evaluate the process of Canadian economic development. As such, it makes an enormous contribution to the study of Canadian economic history. This point will be developed by looking at the evolution of the staple theory,and by its application to the well-known historical facts of Canadian economic development.
Abstract The following paper discusses the effect that the fur trade had on the First Nations. The paper also addresses the issue of alcohol and the role it played during the fur trade era on the First Nations. The lingering effects of alcohol in today's First Nations society is also addressed.
Abstract This paper addresses the issue that Canada's Aboriginal communities have distinct political, economic, social, and health related concerns. For the most part, the imposition of a non-Aboriginal system; i.e., one that has been designed for individuals with inherently different needs, is widely viewed as highly inappropriate, and historically ineffective and damaging. The federal government is making efforts to patch up this string of misfortunes in its Aboriginal Action Plan.
Abstract This paper examined a news item carried by the Wall Street Journal Europe, relating to Tyco International, and its accounting irregularities. Although Tyco wants the general investment community to believe its accounting problems are over, there still remain unanswered questions.
Abstract This paper begins by outlining the contemporary argument that easy money and excess credit lay at the root of the depression and the need for a central bank in Canada. Subsequently, it considers analyses by historians and economists.
Abstract This paper examines the rush to settle the Canadian Prairies after 1896. Initially, the 'traditional' explanation of the National Policy's role is presented. Subsequently, criticisms of this explanation and alternative factors are examined.
Abstract This paper is a cultural anthropologic study of the Inuit of Northern Canada and Alaska. They are commonly known as the Eskimo people, although this is a misnomer. The paper discusses Inuit culture, marriage and childrearing practices, as well as food, clothing, and housing of this indigenous culture. The creation of the Nunavut province in Canada, governed by the Inuit Tribal Council, is also addressed as an important step forward for First Nations autonomy.
Abstract This paper is a two-part critique of an article by Canadian feminist Didi Khayatt on racism in Canada. The first part of this paper is a conceptual analysis of the key concepts that are used in Khyatt's article, and a breakdown of concepts such as "oppression" and "labeling." The second part of this paper is a critical feminist essay that summarizes the main points of the article and discusses them in relation to racial oppression in Canadian contexts.
Abstract This paper will discuss the problems that are part of the public budget planning process. By learning the various obstacles that distribute money in a public forum, we can see how this challenge is met by the policies that are formed by legislation.
Abstract This paper will examine the impact of recent immigration to Canada. This will consider the effectiveness of Canadian immigration policy by taking into consideration the benefits and costs to Canada of receiving immigrants. The main hypothesis that this paper will present is that government policy restricting immigration has had a significant impact on the relative benefits and costs of immigration within Canada. Also, overall, Canadian immigration has had a favourable impact on the country though the composition of immigration has changed significantly during recent years.
Abstract This paper looks at how residential schools influenced the First Nation Peoples of Canada, their families and their culture. Information on the many types of abuse sufferred in the schools and accounts from actual students interviewed. Apology as written by the Government of Canada to Canada's First Nations people.
From the Paper "I would like to discuss a very sensitive topic about Canadian Aboriginal Residential Schools and the effect it had on both Native peoples and their culture. I am referring to the "abuse", mainly sexual. The assaults that transpired at these learning institutions (so they were called), was shockingly sorted and disturbing. I feel that the situations that occurred in which native children were sexually abused and the scars it left on the Aboriginal people and their families, is not fully understood. I want to give light to the real activities that took place in such institutions that were designed to train Aboriginals to be ?good white citizens." "
