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“Multiculturalism exists when people accept and encourage many cultures to thrive in a society. Multiculturalism can lead to many great outcomes, including racial and ethnic harmony, which simply means that people from different backgrounds get along well together. Living with and accepting different cultures helps us understand each other and

The Perpetuation of Racism in Canada by the Mainstream News Media Canada is internationally renowned for its commitment to multiculturalism. In fact, Canada was the first nation to officially adopt a multicultural policy. However, while the Canadian government has developed a broad-based multicultural mandate that includes a national human rights code and increased penalties for hate-motivated crimes, and most Canadians oppose overt forms of discrimination and hate, racism continues to exist in Canadian society, albeit in a subtle fashion.

Multiculturalism in Canada An Overview The term "multiculturalism" has been used by the Canadians in two different perspectives. The first use of this word is descriptive; meanwhile the other one is normative. The former sense implies the description of various religious and cultural groups that the Canadian population consists of. The

This week and posts from other classmates brought the realization to myself that as a country we must have limits to multiculturalism and the allowing of cultural practices. Family equality and safety are the utmost priority within this sphere; although religion is a personal right one must remember our laws and legislation and abide by such. “To allow Sharia law to be practiced in Canada, especially in the legal system, would be a regression in human rights” (Ottenbreit, August 13, 2014, Sociology

Within the essay, the author claims that multiculturalism should be abandoned as a symbol that defines Canada. Instead, the restoration of the royal symbols should express the definition of Canada, as a historical country. Letourneau argues between multiculturalism and the

A country built on immigration, Canada has long had a reputation of being culturally and ethnically diverse. While multiculturalism is meant to be built on equality and appreciation of different cultures, its concept has gained both support and opposition. On one hand, it allows for more assortment and the voices of minorities have a higher chance to be heard. On the other hand, loss of unity and conflicts may occur due to contrasting worldviews of the citizens. All in all, multiculturalism is a controversial policy that has both advantages and disadvantages, but has proven to be a successful strategy in Canada.

The Canadian Culture Canada has never acknowledged itself as a homogeneous nation but rather rooted in diversity . The government assume a neutral role in regards to religion and accommodation, keeping in mind the goal of integration based on differences . Immigrants are placed in a different situation where they are expected to adopt and assimilate elements of the Canadian culture and at the same time still try to keep their own cultural identity . Canada is known for encouraging diversity and has a positive perspective on minority group’s traditional practices . The Multiculturalism Act is supposed to give the same and fair recognition and accommodation for non-dominant groups .

Canada is a multicultural nation home to people of diverse backgrounds and races. It is this multiculturalism and the acceptance of those who are of different races, religions, and cultures, that I feel defines Canada as a whole. I can personally attest to this acceptance felt by new Canadians, for when I came to Canada at a young age, I felt nothing but acceptance from my schoolmates and my church members. Many who come to Canada often bring their expertise, talents, and abilities with them. These traits, if nurtured properly, are often used for the greater good, and for the betterment of society. In this essay, I will explain how black Canadians have helped to define Canada's diverse heritage and identity through their achievements and contributions

China Town Today in Canada there are a lot ethnic groups clustered away in their own areas giving rise to enclaves that are just growing. This segregation is taking away the entire idea of multiculturalism and diversity and rather pushing towards oppression and racism in the country. The Critical Race Theory basically states that the individuals are pushed around to change socially and individually due to pressures from the society. (Solorzano and Barnal p 311) This theory is based on the fact that race is merely a social construction and it goes on to affect other components throughout the society. A Hanegy-Lopen (2000) state that race of a country is typically determined by the dominant group in that society. The dominant group will thus construct the social order and mould the entire structure in a way that promotes in interest. (Henry 2010) This is the basis that further promotes this paper. The Anglo-Saxon or the white race is the predominant one in Canada. People who are not white are usually inquired about where they are from because they definitely aren't Canadian. Questions and perspectives like these thus depict racism for the minorities and thus cause them to form segregated groups and in the society. Thus, it is quite clear that the segregated communities bring about and further increase racism in Canada.

A COMPARATIVE STUDY OF NO NEW LAND AND THE MULTICULTURALISM ACT Introduction “Because of multiculturalism, people think of themselves as members of their native countries first and as Canadians second” (Ministry Responsible for Multiculturalism and Immigration) but that’s just a myth. The major fact about this is that Multiculturalism says we

We are told that Canada is a place where there is cultural diversity as well as racial self-recognition as

Canadian multiculturalism is fundamental to our belief that all citizens are equal. Multiculturalism ensures that all citizens can keep their identities, can take pride in their ancestry and have a sense of belonging. Acceptance gives Canadians a feeling of security and self-confidence, making them accepting diverse cultures. All

Supporting Points: over the past century and a half, Canada has welcomed 15 million immigrants. Canada is also home to over one million aboriginal people, including First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities. Canada has a national policy for multiculturalism and works to ensure that people’s customs and traditions are preserved and respected.

Promoting Multiculturalism: As it is considered that Canada’s officials policy of multiculturalism inspires a diversity of religions as part of the diversity of cultures. The multiculturalism Act 1988 proclaims that “Multiculturalism is an essential symbol of the Canadian heritage and identity.” The government and the public school system always give effort to promote the sense of multiculturalism. The ideals of the multiculturalism are helping the minorities to breathe their faiths and beliefs through practices. As it is widely recognised that Canada is a country of peace and is having a wide range of immigrants from different parts of the world creating religious and cultural diversity which emphasizes a sense of social solidarity in the country. For the purpose of multiculturalism, Canada’s government has adopted many laws in federal constitution to secure public facilities, to forbid religious discrimination and to establish an ideal of religious pluralism in the country. Ontario Human Rights Commission did a publication (creed freedom of religion and human right-special issue of Diversity Magazine-volume: 9.3, summer 2012) where, it was stated that “protecting religious freedom in a multicultural Canada.” That statement expresses that throughout the social, political, economic activities, multiculturalism in Canada should be protected. So it can be said that every sectors in Canada is working for the religious freedom as well as multiculturalism which is the core

Contrary to the claim of the opponent that multiculturalism seeks to create hyphenated-Canadian, multiculturalism seeks the opposite, according to a former cabinet minister: “it does so not to keep Canadians apart from one another; it does so because a rich and broad cultural heritage is something in which all Canadians share, individually and collectively […]”. (Weiner, 1991) Cultural diversity does not weaken Canadian nor does it divide Canadian. Cultural diversity has benefited since industrial lands have changed to be more welcoming. The construction of Pearson Airport has led to major industrial development in Etobicoke, which changed with the Hindu temple, the only non-industrial building in that neighborhood. (Lista, p. 67) Canada has become more culturally diverse since the introduction of new cultures and cultural