Chapter 2.1: Canada's Place in the British Empire Flashcards

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Laurier takes gov on which side in which year?

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Liberal’s, 1896

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Did French imperialists want to stay tied to the UK, why?

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Yes, it was crucial in order to resist the US’s growing economic influence and taking over (annexing) Canada

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Describe French Canadian nationalism.

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Fuelled by the rise of British imperialism, led by Henri Bourassa, wanted French, English, and immigrants to all get along to unite the nation.

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Imperialism vs Nationalism

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I: Anglo-saxon superiority, unite all British colonies under one gov
N: Bridge the divide between all Canadians, more autonomy over external affairs

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Describe the positive impacts of les Caisses Populaires Desjardins.

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Created in 1900, the co-op model improved the lives of working-class French Canadians by building them capital and attaining financial autonomy.

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