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“Strange Brew” was a full-length movie released in 1983 that depicts how Canadian Identity was viewed at the time and to Canadians, it was a blatant representation of national identity through cultural commentary. The idea was put forth after a sketch with a similar plot line aired and was very successful in Canada and the United States, thus leading to the creation of the film. When compared to modern national identity it emphasizes the change globalization has facilitated. The national identity of past Canadians is vastly different from what is considered national identity of the modern population. Some aspects of identity affected are; the cultural ethnicity of Canadians, the fashion worn and the technology used.

The history of the Group of Seven is interesting to the core; the group was established in the 1920 as a group of independent modern artists. The group consist of many great Canadian artists who were very important to Canadian history during the twentieth-century. Their style might be a little different, however, they used many bright colours such as “tactile paint handling, and simple yet dynamic forms” (Varley, 2013, P.1.). The group has transformed Canadian northern forest and lakes into wonderful spiritual forces. Though the group mainly consisted of Canadian artists, they have also influenced others such as an abstract artist Jack Bush and Peter Doig who was a contemporary figure painter (Varley, 2013).

What does it mean to be Canadian? What is Canada’s national identity? These are questions which are difficult to answer. The International and Universal Exposition in 1967, or otherwise known as Expo 67, was an exhibition held in Montreal, Quebec from April to October, which was celebrating Canada’s centennial. I found many primary and secondary sources that recognize how Canadians perceive national identity through the exhibition. The theme for the Expo was ‘Man and his World’ and this raised the sense of national pride for Canadians. I found some sources that looked at ‘Canadian National Identity’ as a whole; as well as Canadian National Identity for the Natives, the French Canadians

Overall the most integral part of Canadian identity is that we are guardians of human rights and promoters of world peace. William Lyon Mackenzie King has contributed to this identity through his efforts in World War 2. He was able to recognize there was a violation of human rights oversea,and took the necessary action to end these violations as shown through his leadership on D-day. A Prime Minister who also exemplified this was Lester B. Pearson. We owe Lester B. Pearson a great debt for cementing the pride filled place peacekeeping holds in any proud Canadian’s hearts through his actions. Our peaceful nation has become associated internationally with safety for those in place where place is sparse. Another major contribution to this identity

As Canada is influenced by European art, people in Canada are in search of art style that can call their own. After 1900, various groups of people such as a group of seven, Automatistes, and Regina Five emerge to create a unique art style that can call as Canadian art. Although the Carr and Humphrey are not in these famous groups, they are famous in their own way and leave a mark in Canadian art history. By examining the life of the artists: Carr and Humphrey, we can know why they choose their subject matter, what influence them whether people or philosophical ideas, how the social and political context that influence the type of artist are making and how do their artwork reflect upon Canadian and its identity. By discussing the artist’s life,

The Groups masterworks have a perseverance and impact that represent some aspect of the Canadian experience. However, it is important to remember that the Groups perspective was that of a white, liberal, nationalist who believes Canada is a vast and empty land, waiting to be occupied. In his lecture, Andrew Hunter emphasizes the importance of challenging the relevancy of the Groups work as well as brought to light the cultures and individuals these painters forgot or excluded from the Canadian image.

In the past, Canadian identity was dominated by the clash between English Canadians and French Canadians, and the close ties between the English-Canadians and the British Empire. However, with the gradual weakening of our ties with Great Britain, immigrants from Europe, Asia, and Africa have reshaped the Canadian identity. Immigrants built Canada into what it is today. From the Chinese on the Canadian Pacific Railway to the Irish on much of the work on Victoria bridge, and the Italians on the Bloor Street Bridge. However, immigrants face many problems when adapting into Canada. These problems can include cultural differences, difference in political values and beliefs, and discrimination. But what item can help immigrants adapt into

Canadian multiculturalism represents a form of ethnic regime through the powerful impact of multiculturalism in Canada, which recognizes variety of cultures and ethnicities. According to the Ethnicity and Ethnic Regimes lecture, multiculturalism is an “ideology that represents a set of social and political values that undergird the cultural pluralism model of governance” (Galabuzi, “Ethnicity and Ethnic Regimes slides,” 2015,). According to Canadian heritage mentioned in Ethnicity and Ethnic Regimes lecture, multiculturalism is “a relationship between Canada and the Canadian people. Our citizenship gives us equal rights and equal responsibilities.

The Canadian political landscape has a rich and complex history spanning from ‘sea to sea’, just as the nation itself. Chronicles of dominance, leadership, and association by the United Kingdom, France, and the United States has ultimately shaped the Canadian national consciousness, resulting in the political ideologies and governance we see today. To best describe the characteristic of Canadian politics, one can refer to ‘Fragment Theory’ where a colonial nation, such as Canada, is predominantly influenced from their historic origins. However, recent immigration and economic trends have drastically reshaped the Canadian political spectrum across provinces. The following essay will briefly analyze the evolution of political ideologies across Canada, primarily focusing on the conservative/ neo-liberal model.

To show Canadian identity from my point of view, I decided to draw a map of Canada. As a high-school student who is engrossed deeply in physical geography, economics and investing, I decided to focus on natural resources, industries, and recreation development. The way I view Canadian Identity is largely founded on the economics of each province allowing millions of employees and provinces to be wealthy.

The media often helps to shape and solidify our national identity, but it also helps to challenge our view. In this paper, I will be summarizing a media narrative on the Canadian national identity and conveying the message received from this article, about Canada as a nation-state, in terms of topics discussed in this course.

Heavily influenced by foreign affairs, even as Canada grew more distinguished in their own independence, international conflicts continued to be a leading factor in shaping Canada’s identity as a country. Canada’s various stances when it comes to the Suez Canal, and First and Second Iraq wars, are excellent examples of the progress Canada has made within their foreign policy, as they’ve developed as a country over time. Advancing further away from blindly following connected powers like Britain and the United States, Canada finds its ways to show its uniqueness in the face of these conflicts.

The history of Canada spans over hundreds of years. There have been endless defining occasion’s in our country's history that have constructed, and shaped our country. Canada has shaped as a nation politically, economically and socially through many consequences we have faced and many moments we have celebrated. Events such as the women's suffrage, Terry Fox’s Marathon of Hope, and Stephen Harper apologizing to aboriginal people regarding what happened with the Residential School System have had a lasting impact on our country. Their significance to Canadian history is evident through the impact they have had on many of our citizens. They have played a leading role in carving our history to be the way it is today.

Such as the Title of this essay. In this essay I will provide you with some brief history about Canada and its establishment. As well as elaborate on many key characteristics, holidays and demographics of that make up what it is to be a Canadian.

With the sesquicentennial celebrations occurring throughout Canada during the year, Canadian nationalism and national identity is something that has been present everywhere via the Canadian media, governments and various other outlets. The Royal Ontario Museum being a