Abstract This paper examines how, since the 1980s, the idea of Aboriginal sovereignty has been a subject of growing debate in Canada and how centrally at issue is the dispute over Aboriginal rights. It discusses how there is a contrast between traditional Aboriginal values and those of modern-day society and how within Canada there exists a prevailing tension between Aboriginals and non-Aboriginals on many levels. It analyzes how the government is in need of serious revision and why some Canadians feel that the only solution to the crisis the Aboriginal peoples presently find themselves in is some form of Aboriginal sovereignty. It shows how these Canadians believe that the best way to address the crisis is to have First Nations peoples control their own destiny through self-determination in order to confront current challenges successfully and ultimately lead to a greater state of well-being for its peoples.
From the Paper "In addition to the Indian Act, which was subsequently amended multiple times, other influential policy documents were developed including the Statement of the Government of Canada on Indian Policy (1969), also known as the White Paper and Citizens Plus (1970) which "presents a counter-policy written by the Union of Alberta Indians, a treaty Indian group, in reaction to the federal document" (41) and called for Aboriginal self-determination. The White Paper's aim "was to outline a strategy that would integrate Indian peoples into mainstream society" (43). Conversely, "The guiding principles for economic development, proposed in Citizens Plus, suggest a reliance on a combination of government assistance and private enterprise [in order to] make reserve communities into centres of profitable and productive private industry" (49)."
Abstract Discusses Canada's historical role as U.N. peacekeeper in a post-World War II world order and Canada's decision to be the prime mover in the U.N. peacekeeping efforts as part of the nation's foreign policy.
From the Paper "This paper explores the following question: "Has Canada's Role as United Nations peacekeepers been a source of national pride or shame?" As Canada is ..."
Abstract This paper looks at how Canadian author Jonathan F. Vance's 1997 award-winning novel, "Death So Noble", is an example of an essential work in Canadian literature, one that is paramount in explaining Canada's involvement in the Great War of 1914-1918. In titling his work "Death So Noble", Vance suggests to his readers that dying in defense of one's nation is of the greatest nobility. It explains that, through examination of historical reviews regarding Canadian participation in the Great War, Jonathan Vance is able to derive a convincing argument pertaining to Canada's role through the eyes of its contemporaries.
From the Paper "Throughout the novel, Vance is successful in presenting various techniques employed by the Canadian government, soldiers who fought in the war, and war-time contemporaries who remained in Canada during the war to create this "mythical" viewpoint of the Great War. Vance organizes the individual chapters in his book so that each chapter is used to discuss how different methods(ie. propaganda) that are used in painting the picture of progress, glory, and nationalism that hangs over the Canadian war effort. Vance cites examples of propaganda(21, 40, 118, 145, 177, and many others ) distributed by the government and the military to provide all Canadian citizens with the positive reinforcement the nation needs to come together in this time of crisis. All of this war-time propaganda does its part in conveying glory and enjoyment to the Canadian public."
Abstract This paper examines how the basic story told in "Stolen from Our Embrace" by Suzanne Fournier and Ernie Crey is the story of a paternalistic government that believes it can do a better job of raising the children and how, in this case, it is the Canadian government that has pursued a policy of the removal of children from First Nations tribes. It looks at how, in the book, Fournier, a journalist, and Ernie Crey, one-time vice-president of the United Native Nations, recount the stories of many of these children, in some cases telling their own story (as does Ernie Crey), in other cases, acting as journalists and telling the stories of others. The effect is moving and informative at the same time and is clearly intended to ensure that such an injustice is not perpetrated again.
From the Paper "The Crey family story is told first and offers a compendium of the ills that can be visited by the federal policy on one family and its community. As Ernie notes, "My family would never again live in the same home or even be in the same room together" (30). Ernie also details his won political awakening and the steps he took to investigate this policy and its effects, conducting a public struggle that ultimately added to the problems facing his family by the tool taken on him."
Abstract This paper argues that the special rights that Aboriginals are granted in Canada violate Section 15 of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which states that all individuals are to be treated equally, regardless of their race or ethnic origin. The paper argues that Aboriginals are one group of peoples among many other minority groups that make up Canada. It questions, therefore, why Aboriginals should be given special grants and privileges above everyone else.
From the Paper "As well, in trying to establish successful colonies, the governments did impose assimilation on Aboriginals; however, Aboriginals were not the only ones subjected to assimilation. Indeed, assimilation and discrimination against certain ethnic groups and races is not a part of history that Canada is proud of, but at the same time it is not an aspect of history that applied only to Aboriginals. Blacks, Asians, eastern Europeans and Irish peoples are just a few of the many cultural groups that were subjected to discrimination upon their immigration to North America. Yet, it is only Aboriginals that are currently granted special rights and benefits in Canada."
Abstract This paper examines the data and economic trends of the past twenty years in an effort to determine whether NAFTA has been a great boon to the U.S. economy or whether it has, in fact, destroyed jobs and spun trade deficits out of control.
The Case for NAFTA
The Case Against NAFTA
Analysis
Conclusions for NAFTA's Future
From the Paper "Three pens were taken up on December 17, 1992, and three men signed their names marking a historic day in international trade relations. It was that day that President Bush of the United States of America, President Salinas of the United Mexican States, and Prime Minister Mulroney of Canada, each in their respective capitals, signed the North American Free Trade Agreement. Exactly eleven months later, with a vote of 234 to 200 the U.S. House of Representative passed the agreement. The U.S. Senate followed suit with a vote of 60 to 38, just three days later, on November 20, 1993. With President Clinton's signature on December 20, 1993, and effective January 1, 1994, the nearly 400 million people of North America became unified in one integrated marketplace under NAFTA."
Abstract The purpose of this paper is to examine some of the major characteristics both historical and modern of the nationalist movement in Quebec. The writer points out that while it is true that Quebec nationalism could be traced all the way back to the late eighteenth century it is more accurate to say that Quebec nationalism is a product of the 1960s and subsequent decades when the appropriate political came to power in Quebec.
From the Paper "If ever there was a modern case of the conflict and confusion that can be brought on by nationalist movements, then Quebec is that example. Nationalism in Quebec has been at near fever pitch since the 1960s, though the urgency associated with the political movement has died down somewhat in recent years. Nevertheless, Quebec nationalism is part of a long political and cultural tradition that traces its roots back to the English takeover of French Canada in 1759. Since that time, the francophone population in Quebec has quietly (and not so quietly) nursed its resentment of the control the English have over them."
Abstract This essay examines how cultural values enter into the ethical issues involved in health care. The essay looks at some examples of where understanding and respecting the patient's culture is not only important for optimal communication between doctor and patient, but is also important in the healing process. The writer points out that the issue of culture in medical ethics in particularly important in a culturally diverse country like Canada.
From the Paper "This essay looks at how cultural values enter into ethical issues in health care and why it is important for health care workers to be aware of and be sensitive to different cultural values that may be associated with health care. This is particularly important in a multi-cultural society like Canada, where patient come from many diverse cultures and are to varying degree living in traditional settings of their culture. Understanding a patient's culture and being sensitive to different cultural views enables the health care workers to optimally communicate with the patient and thus provide the best care for the patient and in accordance with the patient's wishes."
Abstract This short essay explores the story 'Growing Up Native' by Canadian First Nations' writer, Carol Geddes. This paper discusses how in her story she discusses the effects of the Alaskan highway, missionaries, alcohol and drug abuse had on her community and herself, but also offers hope.
Abstract This four page paper examines social inequality and poverty in Canada. The paper suggests that poverty and social inequality have always existed in human societies, for they are the inevitable consequences of materialism, prejudice, and economic injustice. The paper goes on to suggest that the persistence of poverty and social inequality in Canada demonstrates that even in advanced, industrialized, democratic societies, many people continue to be victimized by powerful economic, political, and social forces beyond their control.
From the Paper "Poverty and Social Inequality in Canada: An Analysis Tragically, poverty and social inequality have always existed in human societies, for they are the inevitable consequences of materialism, prejudice, and economic injustice. The persistence of poverty and social inequality in Canada demonstrates that even in advanced, industrialized, democratic societies, many people continue to be victimized by alliances between the government and powerful business interests. According to Canadian census data collected and analyzed by researchers such as Picot and Myles (2005) there is a widening gap between rich and poor in Canada, and a sharp increase in the number of working people who earn less than twenty-thousand dollars a year."
Abstract The paper discusses how the nursing shortage is the biggest problem in Canada today. This is different than any other shortage of nurses. The paper explains how no other nursing shortage has lasted so long and there is no solution to the present problem. The paper stresses how it could not have come at a worse time, when such a high number of people are growing old. Ideas about nurses are needed now as never before to help find answers to this crisis.
Abstract In 2000, Toyota launched the "Prius", a hybrid gasoline/battery powered car that achieved twice as many kilometers per liter of very low emissions. This case study responds to a set of fixed questions mainly to do with responses to competitive market, a product not well understood, a diverse Canadian consumer market of cultural ecology but also, cultural fondness for larger, less fuel efficient or ecological transport. Toyota changed its organizational culture, produced specialised front line sales staff, and worked towards the production of repeat and permanent customers.
From the Paper "Several micro-environmental factors affected the introduction and sale of the Toyota Prius. First, there was a potential customer base of private consumers, businesses, resellers, and governmental and international markets. Toyota researched what a private consumer was willing to pay for a simpler, fuel-efficient and low-emission model. The company consulted with firms that bought cars, and Toyota distributors and resellers. Toyota also examined legislation involving emissions control in several countries, average fuel-cost expectations, and oil price levels. The stress put on international markets involved all of these factors. Second, there was assessment of competitors as largely drove the marketing of Prius, as explained in greater depth below."
Abstract This paper offers a fictional account of a plant visit to a software development company in Toronto. The writer points out that the visit is in order to determine operational management issues that need to be addressed to make the company more competitive. The company chosen is Plastisoft. Through detailing the plant visit, it is determined that call center performance measurement is an issue that needs attention. Suggestions for improving call center performance are offered.
From the Paper "This report presents the findings of a research project conducted to identify areas of competitive advantage for Plastisoft Corporation, based upon a factory visit to the corporation's headquarters at 312 Dolomite Dr, Suite 215, Toronto, ON, M3J 2N2, Canada. The report identifies company background and operations, as well as market and competition status, and suggest improvements in operations management that will allow the company to further realize its goal of becoming the leading developer of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software in the flexible packing industry. Plastisoft Corporation Plastisoft Corporation is a privately held company that is headquartered in Toronto, Canada."
Abstract This paper reviews the incident of May 29, 2006 when Westjet Airlines ended a two year legal battle with its primary rival Air Canada by conceding that it had committed unethical business practices. The paper discusses how while Westjet's admission and apology together with its paying Air Canada's court costs of CAN $5.5 million and a donation of CAN $10 million to children's charities ended what in the view of the business community was an unprecedented bitterly public quarrel between the two companies, this dispute was widely regarded as a significant case in terms of Canadian business management ethics.
Abstract This paper discusses how the nursing shortage and repercussions in nursing attrition and compromised patient care led to numerous attempts at forcing mandatory nurse-patient ratio legislation in California until finally, the bill was signed into law in 1999. This paper reviews the bill including the history and ramifications of the legislation and focuses on implications for the nursing profession and others.
From the Paper "In 1999, California became the first state in the union to impose mandatory nurse-patient ratios (Sabin, 2004; Wilson, 2004; Dumpel, 2005; Gedhill, 2005; "Hospitals struggle," 2005; Evans, 2006). The legislation requires that med-surg nurses would no longer be responsible for more than five or six patients each, during the phased in approach to the bill. According to research, the bill required that as of January 1, 2004, no more than six patients per nurse be assigned and that by January 1, 2005 the number be reduced to the assignment of no more than five patients per nurse (Sabin, 2004; Gedhill, 2005; "Hospitals struggle," 2005; Evans, 2006). Governor Gray Davis signed the California Staffing Ratio Law, AB 394 into law on October 10, 1999, although attempts to pass such legislation dated back to 1193 with the introduction of AB 1445 that was defeated (Dumpel, 2005). "
