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Residential 'Indian' Schools in Quebec, 2008.
An analysis of the purpose and impact on families of residential 'Indian' schools in Quebec.
4,594 words (approx. 18.4 pages), 17 sources, MLA, $ 119.95
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This paper discusses how residential schooling affected Aboriginal or Inuit women in Quebec. The paper begins by describing Quebec's First Nations and how the white population related to them. It then discusses Quebec's residential 'Indian' schools, their ideology and peculiarity. The paper also describes the original purposes of these schools and the impacts that they had on families.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Contemporary Issues
Quebec's First Nations
Quebec Residential 'Indian' Schools
Ideology and Particularity
Assimilation versus Other Motivations
Impacts upon Families
Last Remarks
From the Paper
"Cultural revival, as a positive set of developments among Aboriginal Canadians across Canada, has had different imprints upon Aboriginal women, Native womanhood of yore universally glorified, little room left for the reality of Native women whose families, by choice, were indeed Christians, their ways of life different, those for whom the attendance of residential school could involve relatively little adjustment, some of their experiences of school remarkably positive towards continuing involvement in Roman Catholic, Anglican or other Christian activities. For instance, Kim Anderson's scholarship is a contribution to explaining patterns of Aboriginal society as could be effectively removed by experiences such as residential education in schools that did reject the culture from which students came. (2000) However, where are the stories of thousands of Aboriginal women in particular and especially those of Quebec? Is the testimony of women who were not traumatized by their experiences of boarding school of no significance? What of those sent to parochial schools by their families in keeping with other Quebecois women? Where are their stories of residential education? What do they now recommend for the education of Aboriginal youth? Why are these quite usual and numerous Aboriginal Canadians invisible in the literature of Native Studies?"
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Gentrification and Counter-Gentrification, 2008.
An analysis of the implications of gentrification and counter-gentrification in Kensington Market in Toronto.
1,263 words (approx. 5.1 pages), 12 sources, MLA, $ 42.95
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This paper looks at the process of gentrification and counter-gentrification in a particular Toronto neighborhood, known as Kensington Market. It argues that counter gentrification is currently a very powerful force in Kensington Market. It suggests that Kensington Market is too popular of an area to remain unaffected by gentrification and that it is also quite possible that counter-gentrification may unintentionally create the perfect conditions for gentrification to take hold.
Table of Contents:
Kensington Market
Car Free Sundays and the Anti-Corporate Movement
Are Counter Gentrification Forces Being Successful
Counter Gentrification Becoming a Force of Gentrification
Conclusions
Appendix
From the Paper
"The resistance to this store was led by a performance artist going by the name Reverend Billy and his church of Church of Stop Shopping. In essence this group preformed a very large performance piece in front of the Freshmart. This brought a great deal of negative publicity to the Freshmart (Shiff 2004: 1). The goals of these activities were to make life difficult for corporate businesses so they might close down. It also serves as a disincentive to corporate businesses so that they are less likely to set up operations in Kensington Market."
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NAFTA: Does Trade Equal Prosperity?, 2008.
An argument that the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) has failed to improve the standards of living for North American citizens.
1,550 words (approx. 6.2 pages), 3 sources, MLA, $ 50.95
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The paper contends that the 'benefit' of increased trade has failed to usher in a new era of prosperity, of higher incomes, more jobs and better standards of living for all North American citizens. The paper asserts that the assumption that NAFTA would naturally benefit the economy, merely through the activity of an unimpeded and less-restricted market, was ultimately naive. The paper shows how although NAFTA has delivered an increase in trade, wages have not increased, social programs have been cut, working conditions have become worse and employment rates have risen.
From the Paper
"Much has been said about the positive effects of the North American Free Trade Agreement for all of the countries involved, during the time since its original inception. The benefits to trade have been especially lauded, as have other, perhaps originally unintended effects, such as the increased security of borders between the North American partner countries in a time of concern about terrorism. The agreement has also had its critics, however, in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico--critics who argue that the perceived benefits of NAFTA are far outweighed by its costs. Interestingly, critics in each of the countries involved find arguments to reason that their own country has suffered losses due to NAFTA, when one might expect that the less economically and politically powerful countries, Mexico and, to a lesser extent, Canada, would have suffered all of the negative consequences, while the USA would certainly have seen the benefits. This does not seem to be the case, and it is for this reason that it is not possible to portion out the costs and benefits of NAFTA in an absolute way. "
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Link between the Canadian and American Economies, 2008.
A discussion of the link between the Canadian and American economies, specifically with regard to the US current account deficit.
813 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 2 sources, MLA, $ 28.95
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This paper discusses the spread of the global economy and the greater dependence that the Canadian economy now has on the United States economy. It discusses the foreign investment markets for Canada and looks at the view of the United States with regards to it current account deficit. Finally the paper lists some of the actions that the United States can take for which Canada must be prepared.
From the Paper
"While many analysts predict a fairly painless global adjustment once the US current account seeks a more equitable balance, the increasing uncertainty in the market seems to betray a growing fear of a sudden and profound systemic shock. Researchers point out that the US is currently the greatest investment vehicle for most of the world's leading economies with its current account deficit standing at -22% of GDP (The 1). Yet, framing the current account in this manner does not accurately represent the true disparity in the US economy as opposed to those of its foreign counterparts such as Canada. The US basically considers deficits normal between most of its trading partners and this is definitely the case with Canada. However, this gap is even more severe when examined in relation to specific countries such as China that have created an export economy through the financing US spending: "The United States runs a current account deficit of more than $600 billion per year...foreign central banks...have made substantial purchases of U.S. government bonds to add to their foreign exchange reserves" (Clarida par.3)."
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CANADA - The Niagara Escarpment Plan, 2008.
An outline of the requirements and forward plans necessary to protect the natural environment in Canada's Ontario District.
845 words (approx. 3.4 pages), 4 sources, APA, $ 30.95
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The papers discusses Canada's environmental land use plan known as the Niagara Escarpment biosphere reserve and details the seven designated areas in the plan. The paper continues with the plans and objectives to be achieved for these particular areas and addresses the necessity for protecting the environment and agricultural areas.
From the Paper
"The core and buffer areas cover 92 percent of the area, and the transition areas are where more intense development is allowed for another 8 percent of the area. The objectives of the Plan are noted in the legislation passed to facilitate it:
(a) to protect unique ecologic and historic areas;
(b) to maintain and enhance the quality and character of natural streams and water supplies;
(c) to provide opportunities for outdoor recreation;
(d) to maintain and enhance the open landscape, allowing for compatible farming or forestry and for preserving the natural scenery;
(e) to make all new development compatible with the purpose of this Act;
(f) to provide for adequate public access to the Niagara Escarpment; and
(g) to support municipalities within the Niagara Escarpment Planning Area as they exercise their planning functions as conferred upon them by the Planning Act. "
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Canada and Globalization, 2008.
Looks at foreign investment in Canadian industries under the constrains of World Trade Organization (WTO) and the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) agreements.
3,240 words (approx. 13.0 pages), 14 sources, APA, $ 93.95
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This paper explains that the interests and vantage points of governments and corporations tend to differ on questions of foreign takeovers and investments. The paper then points out that Canada's entry into the World Trade Organization (WTO) agreements enables involvement in a globalized economy under new international rules. The author underscores the importance of public interest groups given the neo-liberal economic shifts of the government, including the radical departure of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) agreement. The paper argues that restrictions must be demanded that will regain Canadian economic sovereignty by better regulating foreign investment.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
World Trade Organization (WTO)
Public Interest Groups and NAFTA
From the Paper
"Critics of international trade agreements sometimes refer to their influence in weakening understandings of sovereignty. An example of this is found in differing conceptions of Canadian Arctic sovereignty, the Americans interested in future navigation through the Northwest Passage enabled by global warming, claiming that the Passage is an international strait, the Stephen Harper government reiterating that it is indisputably Canadian and that proposed sea traffic is an infringement and a pronounced environmental risk."
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Poem: John B. Lee's "Hockey Heart", 2008.
An analysis of John B. Lee's poem, "Hockey Heart".
1,810 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 58.95
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This paper explains that John B. Lee's poem, "Hockey Heart" reflects the Canadian spirit towards hockey, not simply as a sport for the nation, but as a way of life. The paper goes on to discuss the significance of the opening line of the poem, how Lee is able to capture the very personal relationship to hockey that each Canadian has even though it is an activity held dear by all Canadians, and the effective use of images in the poem. The paper concludes that Lee's poem "Hockey Heart" is like a national anthem, in that it is identifiable to those who had played and loved hockey.
From the Paper
"Lee's hockey player however is the most committed boy of the bunch: he is "always the last to leave" a game. In each Canadian child hockey player's mind, they are the most passionate about the sport, and usually the most adept, committed player. However, Lee's hockey player is revealed here to be not only a committed player but the most romantic and dedicated one. The fact that he is the last to leave shows that he is the one who lags around after the game, reflecting on the game, his performance and his love of the sport."
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The Real Home, 2008.
This paper analyzes the autobiography "Running in the Family" by Michael Ondaatje.
2,147 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 67.95
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This paper discusses the theme and construction of home in "Running in the Family", an autobiography by Michael Ondaatje. The paper explains how, although Ondaatje's home is both in Canada and Sri Lanka, his autobiography revolves primarily around his life in Sri Lanka. The paper highlights Ondaatje's stronger connection to his Sri Lankan upbringing and home, although it is in sharp contrast to his Canadian lifestyle today.
Outline:
Introduction
Running in the Family and "Home"
Conclusion
From the Paper
"To Ondaatje, his home, Sri Lanka, seems a foreign thing, at least at the outset of the book. Living in Canada and thinking about a return to his home country, Ondaatje observes that the word "Asia" has none of the "clipped sound(s)" (22) of words such as Europe, America and Canada. As a Canadian citizen, Ondaatje must necessarily look at his home country through the tinted veil of a Westerner's glance at a strange, Eastern country. However, whilst Canada has become Ondaatje's adoptive home, his origins are still in Sri Lanka, Asia. From the very beginning, Ondaatje makes his construction of his birth home known. He expresses the irony he feels towards his home country by his feelings towards how the word "sounds" - for example, "the name (Asia) was a gasp from a dying mouth. An ancient word that had to be whispered, would never be used as a battle cry" (22). In other words, to Ondaatje, Asia has none of the modern grandeur of Western countries and Europe; it is an old place, irrelevant in today's time. Even the sound of the word is weird - "the vowels took over, slept on the map with the S" (22)."
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Poverty in Canada: The Research of Dennis Raphael, 2008.
An analysis of the writer's awareness of poverty in Canada and recommendations for action, following a reading of Dennis Raphael's book, "Poverty and Policy in Canada."
2,283 words (approx. 9.1 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 70.95
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This paper discusses Dennis Raphael's book, "Poverty and Policy in Canada." It specifically focuses on the writer's new-found awareness of the pervasiveness of poverty in Canada and what factors - political and economic - appear to be perpetuating it. Finally, the paper looks at some actions ordinary Canadians can take to reduce poverty in their country.
From the Paper
"With the political and business communities not helpful in the war on poverty, it is clear that the general public will have to take matters into its own hands by loudly supporting organizations and interest groups committed to social welfare reform. At the same time, people need to contact corporations and politicians and pressure them to do more to alleviate poverty in this land. Of course, simply complaining about poverty is the wrong approach - and, in any case, a truncated one. Instead, the avenue Canadians should pursue is to take from the aforementioned parties something they want: in the case of businesses, that would be consumers; in the case of politicians, that would be votes. Thus, concerned citizens should boycott selected organizations that will not assist workers and which enthusiastically embrace outsourcing. At the same time, people should use the ballot box to throw out governments that are unresponsive to the poverty issue. This approach, which is really a two-pronged approach, is the best one for the significant reason that interest groups rarely move off of a position unless pressure compels them to do so."
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Impoverishment in Canada, 2008.
A discussion of how the writer's views on poverty in Canada changed after reading the first four chapters of Dennis Raphael's text, "Poverty and Policy in Canada: Implications for Health and Quality of Life."
1,499 words (approx. 6.0 pages), 1 source, MLA, $ 49.95
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This paper discusses the first four chapters of Dennis Raphael's text, "Poverty and Policy in Canada: Implications for Health and Quality of Life." It specifically looks at how the views that the writer formerly held on poverty changed profoundly after reading these chapters. The paper aims to answer seven questions that explore the writer's images of poverty in Canada.
From the Paper
"Among the most troubling things I took away from this source was the realization that Canada, unlike the axioms I had absorbed while in public school, was not a land of equality, but a land of great inequality. In the short, the fact that so many groups in this nation grapple with poverty suggests that racism, possibly sexism, and certainly neglect all inform our social policies. I think it is also clear, just glancing at pages 69-70 at the text, that welfare benefits for the poor are impossibly meager and are growing worse all the time. We are, finally, turning our collective back on minority groups, the disabled and aboriginal Canadians even as we claim to care about them; our rhetoric as a nation is simply not in accord with our actual actions as a people."
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