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Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), 2008.
This paper defines corporate social responsibility (CSR) and evaluates the Canadian company RIM, maker of the Blackberry, on its CSR.
1,250 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 5 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper defines corporate social responsibility (CSR) as the fundamental duty that corporations have to act responsibly and ethically and in a manner that does not harm the environment. The paper continues that CSR also requires corporations to ensure all individuals directly or indirectly affected by its transactions are treated with respect and to conform to the letter and the spirit of the law. The author indicates that the priority measurement is the public and private records regarding the corporation's past behavior in the marketplace, such as employee abuses, environmental damage and legal difficulties, using a frequency metric over a period of time to establish a baseline for future measures of CSR behavior. The paper concludes that RIM does not do enough in its CSR related activities and should adopt programs to assist Canada's large immigrant population with integration into the broader social fabric of the Canadian population.
Table of Contents:
Corporate Social Responsibility
Representative Corporation
Population Characteristics
Target Company's CSR Profile
From the Paper
"RIM maintains its CSR profile in several ways. The first example of how RIM adheres to a CSR imperative is that it has a publicly published and viewable code of ethics which requires that all its employees conform not only to all legal and regulatory mandates but that they also behave ethically appropriate as well. The code of ethics for the company originates directly from the office of the co-CEO, Jim Balsillie. Another example of RIM's compliance with CSR mandates is its basic factors that it requires its outsourcing partners to meet in order to maintain their manufacturing contracts with RIM." These contractor standards such as providing
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Credit Counseling in Virginia, 2008.
This paper details the requirements necessary for starting a credit counseling agency or business in the State of Virginia.
1,091 words (approx. 4.4 pages), 5 sources, APA, $ 38.95
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The paper relates that in order to start a busines in the State of Virgina, the business must first follow the general business requirements for any start-up enterprise, which include applying for appropriate business licenses and tax forms along with registering or incorporating the business. The paper explains further that in the State of Virginia there are additional forms that must be filed by the credit counseling agency with the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Finally, the paper looks at the other activities which require an entrepreneur's attention before business can actually be conducted. The paper includes an appendix of annual registration fees.
Outline:
Overview
Business Formation & Licensing
Business Taxes
Credit Counseling Requirements
Conclusion
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"The initial requirement for a business startup in Virginia is to decide what type of business it will be prior to applying for licensure. There are several business structures that can be chosen for a new enterprise: 1) an incorporated entity, 2) limited liability partnerships, 3) sole proprietorships, 4) general partnership, and 5) limited liability companies (Guide, 2006). For the purposes of a credit counseling agency the structure that might be best suited for the enterprise is the fully incorporated business entity."
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Intercultural and Effective Communication in Taiwan, 2008.
An analysis of the various aspects of the business operations at the Taiwanese Branch of Phoenix Advertising that affect production.
1,612 words (approx. 6.4 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 52.95
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This paper analyzes all of the aspects of the operations at the Taiwanese Branch of Phoenix Advertising and highlights the problems that exist at the facilities. The paper notes that the main problems currently plaguing the Taiwan Division stem from human resource issues such as a high staff turnover and employee morale. The paper then suggests alternatives to the problem, so that it can be rectified as soon as possible. The paper provides an associated timeline that specifically addresses the alternatives to the problems identified. The paper also explains that Phoenix Advertising hopes to gain tremendous success, by enforcing effective communication channels between employees and supervisors at the Taiwan Branch.
Outline:
Abstract
Introduction
Purpose of the Investigation
Proposal
Schedule
Authorization and Conclusion
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"Since the last quarter of this fiscal year the Taiwan Branch has had disappointing profits, the art division has had even more disappointing figures and has shown a very low productivity rate. There has also been a high staff turnover and increased absenteeism. The Taiwan Branch accounts for over 35% of Phoenix Advertising profits and sales, hence this decline in profits has resulted in a loss for the entire company. See Figure 1 below of the average share of profits for all the divisions within Phoenix Advertising. This filed investigation is aimed at identifying the critical elements of the human resource problems facing the Taiwan Branch and suggesting solutions that can rectify the problem."
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Collaborative Job Outsourcing, 2008.
This paper analyzes the positive and negative aspects of collaborative job outsourcing for developmental projects.
1,240 words (approx. 5.0 pages), 7 sources, APA, $ 42.95
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In this article the writer analyzes a collaborative perspective on developmental projects that are normatively associated with outsourcing jobs. The writer notes that by understanding the positive aspects of corporate structural development through job outsourcing, one can realize the greater profits gained by having accesses to low wage job markets on the global scale. However, the writer points out that the lack of stability in third world countries that support these types of job markets are often problematic for American corporate expenses for these developmental operations. In essence, the writer maintains that by analyzing the overall scope of global issues with job outsourcing, developmental projects can be viewed through a positive and negative set of arguments detailing the complexity of collaborative job markets.
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"In many ways, the American economy and the free trade aspects of job outsourcing play a large part in how large corporations can make a great deal of money on exportable jobs in the technology sectors. The differing aspects of the global market often produce lower wages, which American companies can utilize to their interest. While the job values for American citizens are much higher, which allows companies to seek these lower wages in third world counties or within the sector of the world where America has influence. In essence, these are the major aspects of the global market, which in turn, affect how job outsourcing has become a modern trend in gaining higher profits for companies that are seeking lower wage job markets overseas to counter the high cost of native worker jobs in America and Canada."
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"Gender Differences in Pay", 2008.
A review of the article "Gender Differences in Pay" by F. Blau and L. Kahn.
764 words (approx. 3.1 pages), 1 source, APA, $ 27.95
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The paper examines the article, "Gender Differences in Pay" by F. Blau and L. Kahn where the authors discuss the differences in pay between men and women, their different occupations and discrimination. The paper looks at the valid reasons offered for the wage gap but points out that the article only briefly discusses the problem of discrimination. The paper believes that more information about discrimination and women should be discussed in any article about the wage gap between men and women.
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"The wages women receive have risen since the 1970's to the present time. During the 1970's and earlier, people believed women should be paid less than men. Even the Bible states that the wages women should receive is 30 shekels of silver with men receiving 50 shekels (Kahn & Blau, 2000, p. 78). Different reasons for giving men higher wages were argued by the employers and women accepted the difference in pay. However, the wages women received began to increase during the 1980's and have continued to climb in the 1990's. Several problems exist as to why women fail to receive the same wage as men as they get older. Men receive higher wages in their 30's because women often quit their jobs due to having children and only continue to work when their children get older. Men usually stay on the job without taking any time off."
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Buying a Car: Japanese vs. European, 2008.
This paper demonstrates the process of deciding to buy either a Japanese or a European car based on several criteria.
1,020 words (approx. 4.1 pages), 6 sources, MLA, $ 36.95
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This paper explains that, on the whole, Japanese automakers have the edge over their European counterparts. The author points out that the primary reasons are that Japanese cars are typically considered to be safer and much more reliable than European cars, which are paramount criteria when purchasing a car. The paper relates that Japanese cars can be quite affordable in terms of start-up fees and insurance costs. The author stresses that the Japanese cars, depending on the brand, also score high in performance and environmental friendliness. The paper concludes that Japanese subcompact cars are typically cheap, reliable, comfortable, environmentally friendly and highly fuel efficient.
Table of Contents:
General Framework
Environmental Friendliness
European Cars
Japanese Cars
Performance
European Cars
Japanese Cars
Reliability and Safety
European Cars
Japanese Cars
Costs
European Cars
Japanese cars
A Specific Focus
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"Japanese car makers also agreed to the same CO2 emission decrease as specified by the European Union-Kyoto Protocol arrangement and, like the European cars, are not in-line to reach their target. Japanese brands performed poorly across the board under the T&E investigation. Three of the worst performing cars out of tested popular brands were Japanese: the Nissan, Suzuki and the Mazda (only 20%, 22% and 27% of the CO2 emission reduction target achieved, respectively). Arguably, the biggest Japanese brand name, Toyota, poorly scored seventh on the survey, reaching 76% of the target. However, other research shows that Japanese cars may be "greener" than the T&E research indicates."
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Marketing Analysis Case: VetsCorp, 2008.
This paper is a complete marketing analysis of VetsCorp, a fictitious, independently owned online store that sells an innovative and unique technologically advanced product.
2,100 words (approx. 8.4 pages), 8 sources, APA, $ 65.95
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This paper explains that VetsCorp, acting as a wholesaler and retailer, offers a technology based product, which helps make businesses processes more efficient. The author points out that the goal during the company's first years of operation is to build a reputation, which allows individuals to realize that VetsCorp promises and delivers results; whereas, the long-term goal will be to continue to extend the market base and offer other services throughout United States and some international markets. The author presents a full analysis for marketing of VetsCorp products including a SWAT analysis, which points out potential problems and advantages. The paper recommends that VetsCorp work on building an identity in the market. The author stresses that the product line base needs to be increased so as to maintain financial sustainability and increase diversity. The paper warns that competitors can easily overtake the market especially if they have a larger inventory and more clearly defined distribution channel.
Table of Contents:
Executive Summary for the VetsCorp
Business Name and Location
Business History
Business Concept and Mission Statement
Situational Analysis
Sales/Profit Projections
Table 2: Target Market Forecast for VetsCorp Product
Figure 2: VetsCorp's Target Market Growth by Area
Figure 3: VetsCorp's Target Market Growth by Environment
Market Demographics
United States Market.
European Market
International Market
Market Trends
Key Consumer Growth
Defined Market Segments
Defined Distribution Channels
Swot Analysis
Strengths
Weaknesses
Opportunities
Threats
Competitive Analysis
Table 2: Competitor by Growth and Share
Figure 4: Competitor by Growth and Share
Pricing
Promotion
Conclusion
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"The price charged by VetsCorp is based on a simple economic model that includes tries to match its revenue structure with its cost structure. Since there is little or no service and support revenue this is not built into the pricing model. The price chosen is based on additional analysis shown below. VetsCorp products are currently sold using a simple economic model; where equilibrium price and quantity are based on an estimation of current market trends and are competitive. See figure 5 below to understand how equilibrium price and quantity are derived from the intersection of demand and supply."
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Kudler Fine Foods: Catering Service, 2008.
A critical analysis of Kudler Fine Foods' catering service, in terms of marketing research, strategy and operations.
1,545 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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This paper examines Kudler Fine Foods' decision to expand its services by offering a catering service to the current product/service line. The paper points out that this addition can represent increased revenue, but it can also impact the overall operations in a negative way. The paper suggests that these uncertainties and risks can be minimized if Kudler undertakes the right market research to assess the market. It explores options that are available to Kudler, while analyzing the 4 Ps, which are necessary components of the marketing mix. In relation to current operations, the supply-chain relationship with local growers of organic produce and its current use of technology is also analyzed. To conclude, the paper stresses the importance of market research in developing an effective sales and marketing plan.
Outline:
Introduction
Market Research
Price, Product, Place and Promotion for Kudler's Catering
Product: The Catering Service
Pricing (includes Graph of Price vs. Quantity of Catering)
Promotion
Place: The Distribution Channel for Kudler's Catering Service
The Effects of the Catering Service Line for Kudler
Conclusion
From the Paper
"In analyzing the marketing mix, the most significant factor is maintaining the quality of the product while expanding Kudler Fine Foods (Kerin et al., 2006, par. 4). Customer retention is essential; the core market base for Kudler will be dependent on frequent and repeat customers, as such most activities have to take into consideration maintaining this customer base and offering services that they will find valuable - hence the catering service. Kudler's marketing mix will consistently optimize the volume and quality of fine foods being sold and also maintain the current services being offered."
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Women in Management, 2008.
An analysis of the importance for an organization to equalize pay and conditions for women in management positions.
757 words (approx. 3.0 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 26.95
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This paper discusses the gender discrimination that is often evident in companies. It specifically looks at women in management positions and the fact that they often receive unequal pay compared to men in the same positions. The paper discusses the importance for human resource management to attempt to equalize conditions between the genders in order to improve the functioning of the organization.
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"Furthermore, because women are being paid less during their working years, they cannot save as much money for their retirement and will earn smaller pensions than men. Statistics show that fifty percent of all older women receiving a private pension in 1998 got less than $3,486 per year, compared with $7,020 per year for older men. This breaks down to an average loss of more than four-thousand dollars annually for working women's families because of unequal pay. (AFL-CIO)"
"This can no longer be tolerated, and immediate measures must be taken to improve the fairness of the employment and promotion systems prevalent in the corporate world, and in the business world in general, so that women in management, and all women employees will be paid fairly. To do otherwise is not only discriminatory, it costs American businesses millions of dollars per year in lower productivity because many of their women managers and employees are simply not going to be as productive as they could be if they are not paid fairly."
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Nurse Management and Leadership, 2008.
An analysis of the benefits and challenges facing nurse leaders, from a professional point of view.
1,186 words (approx. 4.7 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 40.95
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This paper discusses leadership within the nursing profession. It looks at the benefits associated with nursing leadership as well as the challenges that it poses. The paper also looks at the prominent issue of the nursing shortages and the several external factors that affect the supply of nursing personnel. In addition, the paper discusses the expanded role of the nurse leader and the various styles that a leader will display.
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"A mentor is a great influence in the shaping of the present leadership style of the interviewee, acting as a constant guide especially in difficult situations. She also advises budding leaders to establish a relationship with a mentor, staying attuned to the current political healthcare climate and motivating one's self to develop as a leader. Through taking the initiative to identify and improve personal needs, continually evaluate one's performance and being around like-minded leaders with whom one can identify in terms of leadership style are just some of the advice offered."
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Case Study: Global Communications, 2008.
This paper is a problem solving case study about Global Communications, which is adopting an outsourcing strategy to send the majority of its call center functions overseas.
3,265 words (approx. 13.1 pages), 13 sources, APA, $ 93.95
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This paper explains that Global Communications' (GC) outsourcing strategy for its call center functions is a strong competitive decision; however, the methodology employed in arriving at the decision and in announcing it to employees, while disregarding the employee union, has left it in an ethical and communicative predicament. The author suggests that GC should have first aligned its corporate culture and human relations functions with the realities of the global marketplace. The paper suggests that GC should have formulated a new mission statement then adjusted its hiring and retention practices to match this new statement. The author states that only then should the company move forward with such a radical strategy. The paper includes original tables that summarize the problem solving process.
Table of Contents:
Abstract
Problem Solving: Global Communications
Issue and Opportunity
Stakeholder Perspectives/Ethical Dilemmas
Problem Statement
End Vision
Alternative Solutions
Analysis of Alternative Solutions
Risk Assessment and Mitigation
Optimal Solution
Implementation Plan
Evaluation of Results
Conclusion
Table One: Issues, Opportunities and Concept
Table Two: Stakeholder Perspectives and Ethical Dilemmas
Table 3: Alternative Evaluation Matrix
Table 4: Risk Assessment & Mitigation
Table 5: Optimal Solution Implementation Plan
Table 6: Evaluation of Results
From the Paper
"There are three primary stakeholders involved in this situation and each is equally important. GC is a publicly held company and the shareholders expect it to be operated in a globally competitive manner and in a business environment where all major telecommunications competitors have, if not already outsourced call center operations, appear to be considering it, shareholders demand that GC take the lead in this strategy. Executive management is charged with the efficient and fiscally sound operation of the company and as such, they too must consider all competitive options."
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Article: Karen Gugliemo's 'Is Offshore Outsourcing Worth the Loss of Jobs?', 2008.
An analysis of the failing economics of international technology job markets in "Is Offshore Outsourcing Worth the Loss of Its Jobs?" by Karen Gugliemo in 2007"Tech Target--CIO".
1,470 words (approx. 5.9 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 48.95
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This paper explains that the basis of Gugliemo's article 'Is Offshore Outsourcing Worth the Loss of Its Jobs?' reflects the growing economic disparity that is occurring at the domestic level in the United States and in Canada. The author points out that her research indicates the growing exponential rate of American and Canadian jobs that are being exported over to third world countries have greatly lowered wage rates, threatening the middle class in North America. The paper relates that another factor is the policy making-leverage that America wields over most third world countries supplying technology job markets in the global market. The author underscores that, since many of these jobs are being provided to economically impoverished countries, there is a marked disadvantage not only to the workers being exploited in these countries but also to the workers on the North American continent. This paper includes long quotations.
Table of Contents:
Summary
Discussion
Analysis and Critique
From the Paper
"In Gugliemo's article, the issue of a vanishing middle class is a dangerous idea for native North American technology workers. When companies continually find that they can outsource jobs without government regulation, the country will find itself in a crisis. While the rich get richer, and the poor get poorer, where does the middle class go? Certainly, they would find themselves in the majority of the poor, which can constitute a real danger of stability in the country. Throughout history when the middle class is a missing link between the rich and the poor, civil strife will most likely ensue."
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Books about Customer Service, 2008.
This paper compare two books "The Myth of Excellence" by F. Crawford and R. Mathews and "Branded Customer Service" by J. Barlow and P. Stewart, which address the complex customer service issues.
1,550 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 2 sources, APA, $ 50.95
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This paper states that Barlow and Stewart's "Branded Customer Service" does an adequate job of exploring the relationship between customer service and branding; however, Crawford and Mathews' "The Myth of Excellence" is a much more insightful and provocative study of advanced service management today. The author points out that Barlow and Stewart state that, in order to add value to a brand, the modern business enterprise must focus first and foremost upon customer service. The paper relates that Crawford and Mathews study the importance of customer service from not only a business perspective but also a cultural, social and psychological context. The author stresses that the central concepts of Crawford and Mathews are the values, which they argue, consumers are seeking in their relationships with modern businesses: clarity, ease, certainty and trust.
From the Paper
"Consider, for example, the common business practice of "high-low" pricing to sell new inventory at a higher price, and they radically discount it at sale prices later. The authors note that consumers began to become "suspicious" of this pricing strategy in the 1960s so that today: "The real problem with the traditional high-low method of pricing is that consumers simply don't trust it. They don't feel they're being rewarded at the lower sale price but, rather, that they're screwed at the higher regular price." The authors use this insight to explain the extraordinary popularity of the Every Day Low Price philosophy of the most successful retailer on the planet: Wal-mart."
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Non-Profit Organizations and Decision-Making, 2008.
An analysis of decision-making and leadership skills in a non-profit organization.
3,507 words (approx. 14.0 pages), 22 sources, APA, $ 98.95
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This paper analyzes how better decision-making can assist non-profit organizations. It discusses the areas of systems thinking, action research and intergovernmental relations with respect to decision making in non-profit organizations. The paper then looks at these issues in terms of theory, research and practice for the organizations.
Outline:
Action Research And Decision Making
Decision Making And Systems Thinking
Leadership
Conclusion
From the Paper
"Additionally, evaluating systems or taking action based on the results of research supports the function of the organizational leader as a "hands-on" element of the company. When the leader is also a manager, this "hands-on" approach is supported by a thorough understanding of the issues that impact non-profits and the resolutions that may be required to achieve the optimal results. The research indicates, therefore, that throughout the business world leaders are a significant factor in the success of the organization. In the non-profit sector, however, manager-leaders are preferred because of the combination of professional traits that will support the ability to overcome obstacles identified in relation to the organization. The research also indicates that two important functions of leaders are to facilitate action in response to issues and to motivate stakeholders to support those actions on a continual basis. Both action research and systems thinking allows effective manager-leaders to take action that leads to accurate decisions, while at the same time ensuring that there is widespread support of those decisions by all organizational entities."
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Immigration Policy and Canadian Nation-Building, 2008.
This paper discusses the immigration policy in Canada as it relates to Canadian nation-building.
1,420 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 7 sources, MLA, $ 47.95
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This essay critically examines the issue of immigration and Canadian nation-building within a sociological perspective. A particular focus of the paper is on the contradiction between the ideal of immigration, as reflected in the changes to immigration policy in the 1960s and the introduction of official multiculturalism in the 1970s, and the realities of immigration in regard to its being embedded in the social class and power distribution structures of Canada. In this context, the paper argues that in our capitalist society immigration policy has primarily served the interests of capital in the form of labor force reproduction. This being said, it is then argued that the existence of a multicultural and multiracial society represents a clear challenge to the existing power distribution in Canadian society; a challenge that has been met by policies such as official multiculturalism which are instruments by which the capitalist state seeks to control and channel dissent and thereby ensure the perpetuation of the Canadian status quo.
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"Thus, the labour force of Canada was not biologically reproducing itself on a generational basis by the later decades of the twentieth century. In order to meet this shortfall, the Government of Canada resorted to immigration to supply a labour force to meet the demands of the Canadian economy. These demands are complex, for the Labour Force Reproduction model indicates that the economy needs a labour supply not only in terms of production but also to consume the goods produced. As a result, in the years in which the Canadian fertility rates were declining (after 1956) the Canadian immigration levels were increasing. From 1954 to 1992 Canada accepted 5.7 million immigrants. These immigrants fulfilled a wide number of economic roles in Canadian society, from contributing as business class immigrants and supplying entrepreneurial investment funds, to those who work in the commercial and corporate sectors. In addition, we must not forget the significant numbers of immigrants who worked as unpaid labour - often women - and so subsidized the paid labour force in Canada."
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