HIST 203 Lecture Notes - Lecture 18: Child Benefit, National Energy Program, Unemployment Benefits
8 May 2017
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Had dabbled with right wing clericalism and socialism in the past. Entered office in 1968 with first majority in a decade. Little time for collective rights, which hampered first nations dealings. Multiculturalism is one major aspect of just society. Inclusive and fair society, which helped him win as a relatively unknown quantity. Had begun in 1967, continuing through 1968 and 1969. Two of the most significant were abortion and homosexuality. Liberals moved forward to declare these personal, private issues. Decriminalization of both separated morality from criminal law. 1969 omnibus bill included all of these revisions and more. Introduced the official languages act, october 17 1968. English and french established as official languages in all branches of federal civil service, courts, and crown corporations. Also, in all bilingual areas where linguistic minority was over 10% of population, federal courts were bilingual. Extended civil service language training (began in 1964) aiming for bilingualism. Began with development in eastern quebec and the maritimes.
