Sociology 2143E Lecture Notes - Lecture 15: Institutional Racism, Neocolonialism, Knowledge Economy
5 Oct 2016
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The majority of migrants move from poorer to richer countries. Some challenges and problems faced by immigrants. British, white americans and northern european immigrants were most desirable. Non-european and non-white groups were unable to assimilate and racially unsuitable. Prostitutes were not allowed to migrate to canada as well as people with mental disabilities. The 1952 immigration act prohibited entry for various groups. India, as well as other asian countries were allowed. The points system in 1967 opened the door to immigrants from asia, Needs of the economy and political ideologies have determined decisions. Europe developing its economy prevented more people coming here (it was booming) Based on human capitol (adaptability, age, ses, education) Was used as means to fill demand for jobs. As well as a declining birth rate, migration seen as easy way. Between 1947 and 1955, europe supplied 87. 1% of all immigrants in canada by.
