Return to our……. “Essential Question(s)” What type of government systems exists in Canada? What do most democracies (both Presidential & Parliamentary) have in common?

b. Explain how Canada became an independent nation. Today’s Standard SS6H4 The student will describe the impact of European contact on Canada. a. Describe the influence of the French and the English on the language and religion of Canada. b. Explain how Canada became an independent nation.

Intro to our Essential Question……. How have the French and English influenced the languages and religions of Canada?

R51 “Canada’s Past”

The people of Canada are not only of French & British descent. Who are the Canadians? The people of Canada are not only of French & British descent. More than 50 different ethnic groups make up the population of Canada today. More than 2/3 of the population are of European descent. Some can trace their roots to Africa or Asia.

are descendents of the first immigrants from Asia. The First Nations The first people to settle in North America came across the Bering Land Bridge, during the Ice Age. The Canadians of the First Nations are descendents of the first immigrants from Asia.

The Inuit The Inuit can be found in the northern-most parts of the country. Many other tribes are located in the southern areas.

European Immigrants In the 1600’s, Britain & France both established colonies in Canada. These two countries were enemies & often fought for North American territory. This culminated in the French & Indian War (1754-1763). The British won.

The British & French fight for control of North America

European Immigrants France lost the war & had to surrender most of it’s Canadian territory. However, many French settlers remained & disputes between the French settlers & British police continued.

European Immigrants 1791 The British government established in two regions called upper-Canada (Ontario) & lower-Canada (Quebec). Quebec’s population was mainly French, but they were ruled by the British.

European Immigrants 1867 Upper & Lower-Canada, along with the territories of New Brunswick & Nova Scotia were united as the Dominion of Canada. Though they had to pay loyalty taxes to the British crown, Canada was a self-governing nation.

The Hudson Bay Company sold a large chunk of land to Canada. European Immigration 1869 The Hudson Bay Company sold a large chunk of land to Canada. This territory later became known as the provinces of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, & Alberta.

Canada now reached the Pacific with the addition of British Columbia European Immigrants 1871 Canada now reached the Pacific with the addition of British Columbia

After World War II, Germans & Dutch started coming to Canada. European Immigrants Most of the early European immigrants of Canada were of British & French descent. After World War I, other Europeans such as Italians, Poles, & Ukrainians came to Canada. After World War II, Germans & Dutch started coming to Canada.

Non-European Immigrants In the 1960’s, new immigration laws were passed in Canada that allowed people from Africa, Asia, Latin America, & the Pacific Islands to come & take up residency in Canada.

Canadian Citizenship Many Canadian citizens have tried keep their homeland tradition alive. Many people have retained their traditional languages & identities.

multiculturalism-an acceptance of many cultures instead of just one. To support these many different groups of citizens, Canada has adopted a policy of multiculturalism-an acceptance of many cultures instead of just one.

Canadian Citizenship Canadian citizens have many of the same rights & duties as American citizens: 1. They must obey laws 2. They can vote & participate in the political process. 3. They have freedom of speech, religion, & assembly. 4. They are given equal protection under the law

Where do most Canadians live? Though Canada has the 2nd largest area in the world, it has a relatively low population. Canadians typically live where they find a favorable combination of geographic features & economic opportunities. ¾ of the population live in the cities & towns of southern Canada.

Where do most Canadians live? The northern regions of Canada are rugged and very cold. Few people can live in these remote areas.

Vancouver “Gateway to the Pacific” Vancouver, British Columbia Is Canada’s largest port. It trades heavily with Asian countries & has a strong Asian influence. At the end of the 20th century, many Chinese & Japanese immigrants came to Vancouver.

Vancouver “Gateway to the Pacific” Recently, refugees have come from Vietnam, Laos, & Cambodia. Refugees are people who flee a country because of war, persecution, or natural disaster.

Toronto “City of Immigrants” Toronto, Ontario’s capital, is home to 1/12 of Canada’s total population but contains ¼ of it’s immigrants. More than 70,000 immigrants arrive each year, from 100’s of different countries. More than 40% of Toronto’s population is foreign born.

Toronto “City of Immigrants” Toronto’s location, with access to the Atlantic Ocean & the United States has helped it become a center of industry & international trade.

Return to our Essential Question……. How have the French and English influenced the languages and religions of Canada?

What should we know about Canada’s Government?

Today’s Standard SS6H4 The student will describe the impact of European contact on Canada. a. Describe the influence of the French and the English on the language and religion of Canada. b. Explain how Canada became an independent nation. SS6H5 The student will analyze important contemporary issues in Canada. a. Describe Quebec’s independence movement.

Intro to our Essential Question……. How have the French and English influenced the languages and religions of Canada? Why does Quebec want independence? What conflicts have occurred because of Quebec’s independence movement? Why hasn’t Quebec been granted independence? What changes in Canada could occur if Quebec is granted independence?

Use the next 10 minutes to complete & check your answers Or Work on your “Canadian Cross-Country Trip” writing assignment

Canada, Here We Come!!! Samuel de Champlain John Cabot

The British & French fight for control of North America

The Road to Independence

The Road to Independence

The Road to Independence

The Road to Independence

Quebec’s Separatist Movement

Return to our Essential Question……. How have the French and English influenced the languages and religions of Canada? Why does Quebec want independence? What conflicts have occurred because of Quebec’s independence movement? Why hasn’t Quebec been granted independence? What changes in Canada could occur if Quebec is granted independence?