Culture and Immigration Flashcards
Culture
It is the way people organize their lives, provides a framework of beliefs and behaviours in daily life, and helps in satisfying basic human needs like food, shelter, etc. It is everything that makes one group of people distinct from another.
Aboriginal People Immigrants
From 20,000 BC to 10,000 BC, some aboriginal traditions say First Nations have always been in Canada, others state they came from Asia and Siberia to Canada.
French Immigrants
From 1600 to 1760, they came from France to places in Canada such as Port Royale and Quebec.
Loyalist Immigrants
From 1776 to 1786, they came from the United States to the British Colonies.
Great Migration Immigrants
From 1815 to 1850, they came from Europe to Atlantic Canada, Eastern Canada, and British Columbia.
Post-Confederation Immigrants
From 1867 to 1914, they came from Europe to the western prairies of Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba.
Post-War & Mid-Century Immigrants
From 1919 to 1969, they were mostly European (though other nationalities immigrated) and came to Canadian cities.
Recent Immigrants
From 1970 to the present, they come from the Caribbean, Latin America, Africa, and areas of eastern Asia to Canadian cities.
What are the 6 goals of Canada’s Immigration Policy?
- Recruit workers whose skills are needed
- Recruit entrepreneurs with money, knowledge, and expertise
- Avoid recruiting workers in fields where there is no shortage of Canadian workers
- Allow for families to reunite
- Allow people to escape persecution
- Allow self-supporting people to come to Canada if they wish
What are Refugees?
People that are forced to leave their homeland as a result of war or persecution.
What are the 3 classes of immigrants?
F - family class
I - independent class
R - refugee class
What type of people does the Immigration Act prevent from coming to Canada?
Those who pose threats to public health, safety, order, and national security.
What are the 9 criteria awarded for potential independent class immigrants?
- Education
- Vocational Training
- Experience
- Occupational Demand
- Arranged Employment
- Location
- Age
- Knowledge of French / English
- Personal Suitability (Interview)
What are some challenges of multiculturalism?
- Racism
- Inequality
- Challenges to national unity
- Legal changes may not satisfy all
- Unacceptable social customs
- Language barriers
What are some advantages of multiculturalism?
- Children exposed to different cultures
- Normalizes a diverse population
- Exposed to the viewpoints of other nations
- Experience other cultures
- Tolerance of other cultures
- People can find people of their homeland
When were Canada’s lowest immigration levels?
In the 1930’s due to the First World War.
When were Canada’s highest immigration levels?
In the 1910’s die to the Immigration Act.
Which Canadian provinces received the most immigrants?
Ontario, British Columbia, and Quebec.
Which Canadian provinces received the least immigrants.
Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia.
What were the top four countries for Canadian immigrants in 2021?
India, the Philippines, China, and Syria.
What country received the biggest increase of immigrants in terms of percentage since 2016?
Nigeria
What were the top four languages for Canadian immigrants in 2021?
Arabic (8.4%)
Mandarin (7.0%)
Tagalog (6.7%)
Punjabi (5.8%)
What is the most common age range for immigrants in 2021?
People 25 to 64 years old (64.6%)
What is the lowest age range for immigrants in 2021?
People 65 and older (3.2%)
What are the too three religions affiliated with immigrants in 2021?
Christian (39.7%)
Muslim (19.6%)
Hindu (10.6%)
What percentage of Christian immigrants in 2021 were Catholics?
18.4%
What are 5 myths of immigration?
- Immigrants take the jobs of nation-born Canadians
- Immigrants do not pay their fair share towards taxes and services
- Immigrants take more benefits from the public purse
- Immigrants do not have the same basic values as Canadians
- Immigrants are more likely to engage in criminal activity
What values do Canadians share?
Equality - We respect everyone’s rights, including the right to speak out and express ideas that others might disagree with
Tolerance - We try to understand and appreciate the cultures, customs, and traditions of our neighbours
Peace - We are proud of our non-violent society and our international role as peacekeepers
Law and Order - We respect democratic decision making and the rule of law; we promote due process so that the courts and police will treat everyone fairly and reasonably; we ensure our elected governments remain accountable to Canadians
Mobility Rights
Canadians can live and work anywhere they choose in Canada, enter and leave the country freely, and apply for a passport.
Aboriginal Peoples’ Rights
The rights guaranteed in the Charter will not adversely affect any treaty or other rights or freedoms of Aboriginal peoples.
Official Language Rights / Minority Language Rights
French and English have equal status in Parliament and throughout the government
Multiculturalism
A fundamental characteristic of the Canadian heritage and identity, Canadians celebrate the gift of one another’s presence and work hard to respect pluralism and live in harmony.
Obeying the Law
One of Canada’s founding principles is the rule of law - individuals and governments are regulated by laws and not by arbitrary actions; no person or group is above the law.
Taking Responsibility for One’s self and Family
Getting a job, taking care of one’s family, and working hard in keeping with one’s abilities are important Canadian values.
Serving on a Jury
When called to do so, you are legally required to serve on a jury, it is a privilege that makes the justice system work as it depends on impartial juries made up of citizens.
Voting in Elections
The right to vote comes with a responsibility to vote in federal, provincial, or territorial and local elections.
Helping those in the Community
Millions of volunteers freely donate their time to help others without pay - volunteering is an excellent way to gain useful skills and develop friends and contacts.
Protecting and Enjoying our Heritage and Environment
Every citizen has a role to play in avoiding waste and pollution while protecting Canada’s natural, cultural, and architectural heritage for future generations.
