POL101Y1 Lecture Notes - Lecture 21: Will Kymlicka, Unilateralism, Sexual Sterilization Act Of Alberta
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Thesis: hansen argues that the canadian multicultural policy is simply an integration policy. To prove his claim, he focuses on the foundation of this integration, which is in the canadian public school system and the labour market that encourage assimilation. Canadian identities: largely shared across ethnic and linguistic lines. External dimensions of identity: view of the role we play in the outside world. Play a constructive role in international affairs (un peacekeepers) we are respected and trusted internationally: must protect our reputation. Us is seen as prone to isolationism, unilateralism and excessive suspicion of international agencies (un) - canada is extremely distinct and be patriotic (view ag as a internationally- recognized symbol of goodness) Canada"s contribution to foreign aid is very low compared to western. Ex: kyoto negotiations is very sel sh and self- serving, budget cuts in un peacekeeping missions. Firmly embedded in western" principles, economically, politically, militarily, and culturally - a western liberal.
