SOCI 230 Lecture Notes - Lecture 17: Multiculturalism In Canada, Canadian Identity, Minority Rights
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Beliefs re: relation between diversity & nation-state building. Implementation of mc ideology into programs & policies. Canada"s demographic composition is ethnically heterogeneous, in the sense that its citizens have come from many countries of origin and cultural backgrounds. Belied that people can live together with their differences. Equitable outcomes can be achieved without denying cultural differences. 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. Through multiculturalism, canada recognises the potential of all. Canadians, encouraging them to integrate into their society an take an active part in its social, cultural, economic and political affairs. Integration of diverse people can be achieved with out requiring minorities to become culturally similar to dominant group. Diverse peoples have made canada a stronger nation. Differences beneficial to individuals/ society if properly managed
