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Canada Becomes Multicultural. Immigration : Up until the 1960s, Canada had a racist immigration policy : Immigrants of British and northern European origin were preferred. It was thought that they would adapt most easily to life in Canada.
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Immigration: • Up until the 1960s, Canada had a racist immigration policy: • Immigrants of British and northern European origin were preferred. • It was thought that they would adapt most easily to life in Canada. • Although immigrants did arrive from other places, the government tried to limit their numbers.
What happened during the 1960s? • Canadians became more open towards people of other cultures and countries: • Results: • 1962: Most limits on immigrants from Asia, Africa, and other origins were removed. • 1967: Legislation (law) made Canada’s immigration policy officially “colour blind”.
Colour Blind Immigration Policy: • Instead of being based on race and origin, acceptance of immigrants is now based on the following: • Point system based on • Education • Employment prospects
Pierre Trudeau took another step in 1971: • He introduced the official policy of multiculturalism • Purpose: To encourage Canadians to celebrate and share their cultures and values with other Canadians. • To create a richer culture for all Canadians. • To turn Canada into a cultural mosaic instead of a melting pot. • To prevent racism by promoting respect for other cultures
