#4: Religion & Diversity Flashcards
Religion
Majority of Canadians = Christian
Largest affiliation = Catholic, followed by Protestant churches
Continuity or Change?
Numbers of:
Muslims, Jews, Hindus, Sikhs
Members of other religions
“No religion”
Are growing
Traditionally, Canada partners with faith communities to promote:
Social welfare
Harmony
Respect
Providing schools & healthcare
Resettle refugees
Religious freedom, expression, freedom of conscience
Diversity
English, French, Scottish, Irish, German, Italian, Chinese, Aboriginal, Ukrainian, Dutch, South Asian and Scandinavian
Most immigrants = from Asian countries since the 70’s
Non-official languages in homes:
Chinese languages = 2nd most spoken at home, after English
Vancouver: 13% speak a Chinese language at home
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Toronto, 7%
Diversity also includes:
Gay & lesbian Canadians -> access to civil marriage
