Canada's suffrage movement was transpired differently in comparison to other suffrage movements in the United Kingdom (Bacchi, 1983). Canadians did not use violence to promote their campaign, and instead they used more timid and subtle actions. Art and music had a significant role in the suffrage movement such as theatre discussed by Stowell (1994). However, the focus of this paper will be on the effect of music on the suffrage movement in Canada. This soundtrack highlights the common response, and attitudes towards the suffrage movement as well as how it has inspired women to fight for their independence decades later. Song 1 The following song is a period piece, "Keep Woman in Her Sphere" written by D. Estabrook and sang by Elizabeth Knight…
Canada Canada consists of three territories and ten provinces. The three territories are Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut. The ten provinces are British Columbia, Alberta, New Brunswick, Manitoba, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, Ontario, Quebec, Prince Edward Island and Saskatchewan. The major difference between a Canadian province and a territory is that provinces receive their power and authority from the Constitution Act 1867, whereas territorial governments have the powers…
Throughout the history of radio in Canada, the most relevant theme has been the construction of national spirit. “In a country of the vast geographical dimension of Canada, broadcasting will undoubtedly become a great force in imparting a national spirit and interpreting national citizenship” (Acland, 1929, pg. 6). During World War II, radio was used to gain public support. Meanwhile, in Western Canada, isolated farms utilized radio for education that they could otherwise not access, as well as…
What is Canada? Sure, many people will say that Canada is a nation of 35 million inhabitants in the great north founded by the French and British. They’d say that Canadians are great at embracing the harsh elements thrown at us. They’d say Canada is a cultural mosaic, comprised of a plethora of ethnicities. They’d say Canada is the home to Universal healthcare. They’d say we say that Canadians love the word “eh” along with drenching everything in maple syrup. But all of these things people think…
was originally presented in chapter one of ‘Media Policy in Canada.’ Market failure is the concept that our small markets in Canada are unable to provide enough of our own domestic media products to produce sufficient profits. Market failure is not the absence of commercial success of media content, but instead, the failure of the market entirely as a whole at what markets are believed to do best; it is the failure to lead to the utmost best possible outcome for the highest number of…
June 1st, 2016 The significant progress of Canada: A Great Nation The roaring twenties were a time of prosperity for most and fast growth in Canadian industry, manufacturing and the cities in the fast growing nation Canada. The roaring twenties was an efficient time usage / management with beneficial result. The roaring twenties was a time of progress in Canada and its population at large. A lot of immigrants came to Canadian land because of the opportunity. The railways was busy while the…
case of Canadian nationalism it means were groups and more coexist together. In Canada many groups of people live in Canada. In 2016 7.5 million foreign born people immigrated to Canada to embarking on a new life. In 1971 Canada decided to adopt the multiculturalism act. The act would recognize and respect its society included diversity in languages, customs, religions, and so on.Overtime it would be added the charter…
Introduction The purpose of this paper is to present a biographical sketch of Nicole Weppler 's early adult life. Nicole, who is my boss and mentor, immigrated to Toronto, Canada in the late 1960s. First, I will provide an overview of her early life and childhood. Second, I will discuss her years in Toronto and more specifically her time spent studying at the University of Toronto. Finally, I will address her most recent years living on Manitoulin Island and her occupation as the curator of…
disregards the mistreatment of the First Nations people. The mimicking of our society’s attitude shows the author’s tone of disapproval. In addition, the A Tribe Called Red responds by bringing individuals together through their unique music, and has intentions to bring tradition into a new light. The attitude towards minority throughout history demonstrates different approaches to educating cultures. Though numerous countries outside of Canada use the stereotypes to display…
somewhat constant, is that music would be a clear image of identity and culture. Although the means of production, styles and genres would change increasingly and develop. Canadian music would do the same, although one problem which did arise is a Canadian culture continue to evolve, Canadian music has been whitewashed and made to fit the American culture standard of music. It’s no secret that Canadian artist have been fleeing Canada for years, perhaps due to lack of exposure, venues,…