Immigration. How Do We Define Citizenship

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1 Immigration How Do We Define Citizenship

2 Citizenship and the Aboriginal Peoples of Canada. Aboriginal Peoples were the first inhabitants of the land that is now Canada. Aboriginal peoples of Canada include: First Nations, Inuit and Metis.

3 Two European Founders The French were the first Europeans to settle in Canada. Followed by the British. These 2 nations have contributed a great deal to Canada including our bilingual identity.

4 Citizenship and French Canadians 1st French settlement dates back to Jacques Cartier claimed the area around the St. Lawrence River. The French established settlements in Acadia (now Nova Scotia and New Brunswick and Quebec.

5 Origins of French-Language Rights In 1759, New France was defeated by the British in what was known as the Battle of the Plains of Abraham. To maintain the loyalty of the French, Quebec was granted language, religious and legal rights.

6 Origins of French-Language Rights continued When Canada was created in 1867, the British North American Act (now known as the Constitution Act), recognized French-language rights in Parliament and Quebec. In 1969 we saw the passage of the Official Languages Act under Prime Minister Pierre Elliot Trudeau.

7 Official Languages Act Proclaimed French and English as the official Languages of Canada. New Brunswick also became Canada s only official bilingual province.

8 Bilingualism in Manitoba Manitoba joined Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick as part of Canada Canada in % were francophone (largely Metis). The Red River community (led by Riel) demanded Metis/French rights were recognized.

9 Bilingualism in MB continued These rights were not upheld until 20 years after the Manitoba Act. Manitoba is not officially bilingual and although the government handed back control of francophone schools back to francophones only 5% of the population are considered francophone in Manitoba.

10 Bill 101 and Quebec Language Rights Bill 101 made French the official language of Quebec. Today only children with at least one english parent can be educated in english. Law is intended to protect French (minority language in Canada).

11 French Canadians Part of Canadian Culture and Society Contributors to: politics arts education sports & entertainment Philosophy

12 British Canadians United Empire Loyalists (Loyalists) 1st major wave of English immigrants. Immigrated during the American Revolution because they were loyal to the monarch (king or queen). Became the backbone of early English Canada.

13 Becoming a Citizen of Canada Many Factors influence people to immigrate from one country to another. Complete Push-Pull Factors Worksheet

14 History of Immigration Immigration has played a huge role in Canada s history. At the beginning of the 20th century only white Europeans were recruited by the government and considered desirable. Non-whites were often turned away unless cheap labour was needed.

15 Who Gets In & How? Immigrants must apply to the Citizenship and Immigration Canada (CIC). Refugees are people who have fled because of persecution. The Immigration and Refugee Board decide if refugees are granted asylum in Canada.

16 Criteria for Canadian Citizenship CIC set the criteria for citizenship. Complete the Criteria for Citizenship worksheet. use pg 5.

17 Citizenship Practice Test Could You pass the test?

18 The Creation of Canadian Citizenship In 1947 the Liberal government of Prime Minister Mackenzie King created the legal concept of Canadian citizenship. Prior to that Canadians were defined as British subjects living in Canada.

19 A Colour-Blind Policy In 1962 Canada s first female Cabinet minister Ellen Fairclough(Minister of Immigration) eliminated entrance regulations that discriminate on the basis of race In 1979 a point system was created. This system awarded applicants points for knowing English or French and for the level of education and job skills.

20 Immigration Citizenship Game. Read Immigration: Open Borders or Lockdown Pg 42. Answer questions 1-3.

21 Canadian Immigration In 2005 immigration accounted for more than 50% of Canada s population growth. Canada s immigrants continue to come mainly from Asia and the Middle East. 1 in 6 Canadians is a visible minority.

22 Citizenship and Multiculturalism In 1971 Canada became the first country in the world to adopt multiculturalism as an official policy. Multiculturalism ensures that all citizens can keep their identity, heritage and language once in canada. Immigrants can take pride in their ancestry and feel a sense of belonging.