Abstract
In this essay, the writer discusses the policy of the BC Government regarding gambling. The writer notes that in some countries gambling is not permitted and that the BC Government has however allowed the gambling pursuit. In this paper the writer examines the policies of the current liberal BC Government and discusses that gambling practices have in fact expanded, in spite of government promises to the contrary.

From the Paper
"Many people object to gambling on the basis that it is immoral, or that it encourages people to develop problem gambling behaviors. Due to this fact, some governments permit gambling and some do not. The BC Government does permit it, but under regulated conditions. The current Liberal BC Government promised not to allow gambling to expand, but as one can see from an examination of its policies, it has allowed gambling to expand, contrary to its promises. The current Liberal BC government campaigned on the issue of gambling, vowing to stop it from expanding further."

Tags:gambling, gaming, government

Abstract
The writer relates that he lives in Calgary, Alberta, but is fortunate enough to spend every summer in Kelowna, BC. The writer explains that this puts him in a very good position to compare and contrast these two places - and to explain why Kelowna is by far the better place to be, if you are young and want to have a good time.

From the Paper
"I live in Calgary, Alberta, but I am fortunate enough to spend every summer in Kelowna, BC. This puts me in a very good position to compare and contrast these two places - and to explain to you why Kelowna is by far the better place to be, if you are young and want to have a good time. In fact, Kelowna is better in three important ways: there is less traffic and traffic police; the location of Kelowna is perfect in that it is close to a wonderful ski hill called Big White; and Kelowna is right next to the Okanagan Lake - which makes it a wonderful place for those who enjoy a little eye candy! All in all, Kelowna is the perfect place for a young..."

Tags:kelowna, calgary, compare

Abstract
The paper discusses the the work of Thucydides in writing the history of the Peloponnesian War (431-404 BC), a struggle between Athens and Sparta and their respective allies. The paper looks at the various stages of the war and their results. The paper also examines the type of society in Sparta and Athens and their different cultures.

From the Paper
"Thucydides lived c.460 c.400 BC and was an Athenian. He is considered by many to be the greatest of the ancient Greek historians, and his work had a profound influence on the development of historical writing. Although he was a relative of the great soldier and statesman Cimon, Thucydides was also an admirer of Cimon's political opponent, Pericles. He served as a general in 424 but was banished from Athens in that same year for his failure to protect Amphipolis from the Spartans. He returned from exile after the war ended in 404. Thucydides began writing his History of the Peloponnesian War in 431 when the great war broke out. In some ways, he was as much a journalist as a historian."

Tags:Corinth, Thucydides, warriors, science

Abstract
This paper is a case study of a communication problem that developed at the BC Financial Services company. The paper describes the main people involved in the problem and points out that the communication behaviors of all of the team members contrast and illustrate two polar opposites with regards to interacting with others. The paper states that the issue in this case is how to communicate constructively with each other. The paper then suggests that an accommodation must be made for the fact that organizational cultures will have to change over time. The paper concludes that the miscommunication between two generations of workers in the case study seems rooted in the failure of one person to concede that his style of management is not creating the conditions needed for healthy, hearty and effective workers.

Table of Contents:
Description of Case
Evaluation of Case
Actions for Future

From the Paper
"Ultimately, this clash is a cultural one, a generational one, and is one that perhaps was unavoidable no matter what Chris did; after all, more than one theorist discussed in our course notes has mentioned how conflict is inherent in organizational affairs. Different people have different objectives and this means that the idea of getting everyone to buy into a new cultural orientation may be impossible. To wit, Ed Parker has risen to a position of prominence within the company by being "tight" with a dollar - by being a good manager in the traditional sense."

Tags:generation, culture, turf, style, polar

Abstract
The paper argues that Paul Tennant's article, "Aboriginal Peoples and Aboriginal Title in British Columbia Politics," makes a significant contribution to our understanding of contemporary governance in Canada's westernmost province. The paper shows how by highlighting the historic neglect of native land claims by provincial officials, Tennant's work illuminates why so many native British Columbians are angry at the province - and why they are so determined to see justice done today. The paper also discusses how the article shows how the British Columbian government's efforts to appease native land claims today is rooted, in some way, in an understanding that native title to provincial lands was historically - even if not very enthusiastically - recognized on some level by the Crown. Finally, the paper asserts that the article is exemplary because it shows the evolution of provincial recognition of native land claims over time.

From the Paper
"The following paper will argue that Paul Tennant's article, "Aboriginal Peoples and Aboriginal Title in British Columbia Politics," makes a significant contribution to our understanding of contemporary governance in Canada's westernmost province. Specifically, by highlighting the historic neglect of native land claims by provincial officials, Tennant's work illuminates why so many native British Columbians are angry at the province - and why they are so determined to see justice done today. At the same time, by citing, among other things, the original 1763 Royal..."

Tags:aboriginal, land, title

Abstract
The paper relates that the sustainability of the British Columbia salmon fishery has received a lot of criticism from environmentalists. The paper asserts that in investigating how fish farming practices and other human activities have affected the salmon fishery, it is evident that several measures can and must be taken in order to restore the wild salmon fishery. The paper explains that these measures include more effective enforcement of an international moratorium on salmon farming in order to allow environmental policy to catch up with the rapid growth of the industry; creating a single oversight agency authorized to regulate commercial fishing and aquaculture in each country; drafting an international treaty with specific environmental and product-quality mandates; and increasing consumer demand for environmentally friendly fish by marketing them with eco-labels.

From the Paper
"The sustainability of the British Columbia salmon fishery has received a lot of criticism from environmentalists. In investigating how fish farming practices and other human activities have affected the salmon fishery, it is evident that several measures can and must be taken in order to restore the wild salmon fishery. These measures include more effective enforcement of an international moratorium on salmon farming in order to allow..."

Tags:bc, salmon, fishery

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"Ancient Rome developed from a small prehistoric settlement on the Tiber River in Latium in central Italy into an empire that encompassed all of the Mediterranean world, and the civilization that resulted formed the basis for modern Western civilization. The history of Rome can be divided into three major epochs: the kingship from the legendary foundation of Rome to 509 BC; the republic from 509 BC to 31 BC; and the empire, which survived until Rome finally fell to the German chieftain Odoacer in AD 476. The genius of the Romans lay in the military, in government administration, and in the law, and they valued crafty diplomacy as much as military discipline. The Romans conquered Greece, adopting Greek culture and transmitting it to the medieval world. Unlike the Greeks, they did not develop a philosophical theory of state and society. Instead, they were the practitioners of..."

Tags:BOOK, REVIEWS, NON-FICTION

Abstract
Historical perspectives are compared with contemporary views of Chinese culture and society in Mainland China. An emphasis in this essay is placed on Communism in China and how Confucian philosophy is adapted in different contexts of Chinese cultural authority.

From the Paper
"The Han Dynasty extended from 221 B.C. to 221 A.D. This marked the beginning of the Confucian state, which would extend to about 1600 A.D. The Han period saw the beginnings and evolution of a governmental system, an economic structure, and a variety of intellectual developments. This was also the era when the civil service system was developed, along with the civil service examination by which the imperial Confucian state to recruit candidates to serve in government. Once the Han Dynasty collapsed, unity would be reestablished by the Sui and Tang dynasties. In addition, this period would be marked by the development of relations between the Chinese and various non-Chinese people in East Asia.

The Han empire was contemporary with the Roman Empire, but it was much larger and was indeed the superior civilization in.."

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"The "settlement issue" -- the existence of Jewish settlements in the West Bank and Gaza, those parts of "historic Palestine" that came under Israeli control after the 1967 war -has in recent years become one of the most contentious issues facing would-be peacemakers in the Middle East. Many observers see the settlements as the principal obstacle lying in the way of some convenient territorial compromise that would create a Palestinian state or "entity." They have become the emotional center of anti-Israeli rhetoric on the part.of Arabs and their sympathizers. The United States has, at various times, damned the settlements as illegal, or at least as "an obstacle to peace." The government of Israel, on the other hand, claims a right to establish such settlements not only for reasons of short-term security, but on the grounds of a historic right of..."