The Lost Canadians


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Tells the story of Don Chapman and his work on behalf of Canadians fighting for citizenship rights, equality and identity.




Contesting Canadian Citizenship


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Over the past 15 years, the citizenship debate in political and social theory has undergone an extraordinary renaissance. To date, much of the writing on citizenship, within and beyond Canada, has been oriented toward the development of theory, or has concentrated on contemporary issues and examples. This collection of essays adopts a different approach by contextualizing and historicizing the citizenship debate, through studies of various aspects of the rise of social citizenship in Canada. Focusing on the formative years from the late 19th through mid-20th century, contributors examine how emerging discourse and practices in diverse areas of Canadian social life created a widely engaged, but often deeply contested, vision of the new Canadian citizen. The original essays examine key developments in the fields of welfare, justice, health, childhood, family, immigration, education, labour, media, popular culture and recreation, highlighting the contradictory nature of Canadian citizenship. The implications of these projects for the daily lives of Canadians, their identities, and the forms of resistance that they mounted, are central themes. Contributing authors situate their historical accounts in both public and private domains, their analyses emphasizing the mutual permeability of state and civil(ian) life. These diverse investigations reveal that while Canadian citizenship conveys crucial images of identity, security, and participatory democracy within the ongoing project of nation building, it is also interlaced with the projects of a hierarchical social structure and exclusionary political order. This collection explores the origins and evolution of Canadian citizenship in historical context. It also introduces the more general dilemmas and debates in social history and political theory that inevitably inform these inquiries.




Canadian Citizenship Made Easy


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"Canadian Citizenship Made Easy is a study guide for the Canadian Citizenship Exam, and uses simple, easy-to-understand English to help you prepare. Each chapter is followed by multiple-choice questions and some optional review questions for discussion."--




Belonging


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Several contributors deal with the quality of Canadian citizenship and the principle of distributive justice applied to all citizens. Others offer a "lament" for the Canadian nation, analysing and explaining why the vision of Canadian citizenship as an allegiance to the federation did not succeed in overcoming the varied loyalties pulling Canadians in different directions. Some authors celebrate this failure, arguing that maintaining dual alliance to the nation and province is more important. The essays reflect a consensus that Canada and Canadians have failed to give their citizenship meaning. One explanation for this, offered by the editor William Kaplan, is that Canadians are private about their patriotism, even if it is deeply felt. If Canadian citizenship is to endure, that patriotism will have to be more strongly and publicly expressed. Contributors to this volume are Daryl Bean, Neil Bissoondath, Robert Bothwell, Alan Cairns, Marc Cousineau, Robert Fulford, J.L. Granatstein, Darlene Johnston, William Kaplan, the late Paul Martin Sr, Rosella Melanson, Desmond Morton, Peter Neary, Maureen O'Neil, Robert J. Sharpe, Monique Simard, Glenda Simms, Daniel Turp, and Michael Walker. The essays by Simard and Turp are in French.




Becoming a Citizen


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"Becoming a Citizen is a terrific book. Important, innovative, well argued, theoretically significant, and empirically grounded. It will be the definitive work in the field for years to come."—Frank D. Bean, Co-Director, Center for Research on Immigration, Population and Public Policy "This book is in three ways innovative. First, it avoids the domestic navel-gazing of U.S .immigration studies, through an obvious yet ingenious comparison with Canada. Second, it shows that official multiculturalism and common citizenship may very well go together, revealing Canada, and not the United States, as leader in successful immigrant integration. Thirdly, the book provides a compelling picture of how the state matters in making immigrants citizens. An outstanding contribution to the migration and citizenship literature!"—Christian Joppke, American University of Paris




Securitized Citizens


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Uninformed and reactionary responses in the years following the events of 9/11 and the ongoing ‘War on Terror’ have greatly affected ideas of citizenship and national belonging. In Securitized Citizens, Baljit Nagra, develops a new critical analysis of the ideas dominant groups and institutions try to impose on young Canadian Muslims and how in turn they contest and reconceptualize these ideas. Nagra conducted fifty in-depth interviews with young Muslim adults in Vancouver and Toronto and her analysis reveals how this group experienced national belonging and exclusion in light of the Muslim ‘other’, how they reconsidered their cultural and religious identity, and what their experiences tell us about contemporary Canadian citizenship. The rich and lively interviews in Securitized Citizens successfully capture the experiences and feelings of well-educated, second-generation, and young Canadian Muslims. Nagra acutely explores how racial discourses in a post–9/11 world have affected questions of race relations, religious identity, nationalism, white privilege, and multiculturalism.




Canadian Citizenship


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Canada in Question


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Exploring pressing questions around Canadian citizenship, Canada in Question delves into contemporary issues that come into play in identifying what it means to be Canadian. Beginning with an update on the status of Canadian citizenship, Peter MacKinnon acknowledges that with the exception of Indigenous peoples, most Canadians migrated to Canada in the last 400 years. In surveying the status of citizenship, the author addresses the impact of these newcomers on Indigenous peoples, and the subsequent impression that the following influx of new immigrants and migrants has had on citizenship. MacKinnon investigates the ties that bind Canadians to their country and to their fellow citizens, and how these ties are often challenged by global influences, such as identity politics and social media. Shedding light on the connection between economic opportunity and citizenship, and on the institutional context in which differences must be accommodated, Canada in Question examines current circumstances and new challenges, and looks to the unique future of Canadian citizenship.




Canadian Citizenship Made Simple


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Divided into two main sections, immigration and citizenship, this book explains both in an easy-to-follow step-by-step manner, and provides historical and background information. The immigration section answers concerns about Canada's immigration policy, including who qualifies for immigration visas, sponsorship, refugee claims, entrepreneurial and investor programs. It explains the point system of immigrant selection and reveals other little known regulations. The citizenship section explains who qualifies for Canadian citizenship and dual and multiple citizenship. Questions and answers, fees charts and diagrams and helpful advice are included throughout both sections. Useful addresses and a glossary of terms are at the back of the book.




CANADIAN CITIZENSHIP GUIDE


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Embark on the journey to Canadian citizenship with confidence using the ultimate study companion, the "Canadian Citizenship Guide: A Comprehensive MCQ Handbook." This meticulously crafted guide is designed to aid aspiring citizens in preparing for the Canadian citizenship test, providing an interactive and educational approach to the essential knowledge required for citizenship. Dive into Canadian history, government, and civic principles through engaging Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) that make the learning process enjoyable and effective. Key Features: ???? Interactive Learning: Immerse yourself in the key aspects of Canadian history, government, and civics with engaging MCQs that simulate the citizenship test experience. Test your knowledge and build confidence in preparation for the official examination. ?? Comprehensive Coverage: Each MCQ is carefully crafted to cover essential topics, including the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, key historical events, government structure, and fundamental civic principles. This guide ensures a well-rounded understanding of the knowledge needed for successful citizenship. ?? Educational Empowerment: 'Canadian Citizenship Guide' serves as an educational tool that seamlessly blends citizenship concepts with learning. Explore the foundations of Canada while reinforcing important civic and historical concepts required for citizenship. ??? Visual Learning: Enhance your understanding with visual aids that complement the MCQs, providing context to historical events, important figures, and the principles that shape Canada's governance. Visual elements make learning a dynamic and visually enriching experience. ?? Practice and Preparation: Use the guide as a practice tool to simulate the conditions of the citizenship test. Reinforce your knowledge and identify areas for further study, ensuring you are well-prepared for the official examination. ???? Pathway to Citizenship: 'Canadian Citizenship Guide' is your pathway to citizenship, providing an accessible and comprehensive resource for those on the journey to becoming Canadian citizens. Whether you're studying independently or with guidance, this MCQ handbook is an invaluable tool for success. Keywords: ???? Canadian Citizenship Test, MCQ Handbook, Interactive Learning, Civic Education, Canadian Government, Historical Knowledge, Citizenship Preparation. Why 'Canadian Citizenship Guide: A Comprehensive MCQ Handbook' is a Must-Have: Embark on your journey to Canadian citizenship with confidence using 'Canadian Citizenship Guide: A Comprehensive MCQ Handbook.' Ideal for individuals preparing for the Canadian citizenship test, this guide offers an engaging and comprehensive approach to learning key concepts. Purchase your copy today and enhance your journey to becoming a proud Canadian citizen.