Alexandre Trudeau

‘Let’s go back in,’ Constable Lumina said. ‘Sure.’ Sarah butted out her cigarette and picked up her bag. Constable Peters came back, followed by Sarah and Constable Lumina. The two women were carrying half empty mugs. They smelt of nicotine and mint. Constable Peters set up the recorder and turned it on. ‘So,’ he said, ‘tell me what you and Ashleigh did once you left the house.’ His voice was softer now, it reminded Jo of Grandpa Tom, of sitting on the back veranda with him when she was little…

Canadian Coat of Arms Canada’s coat of arms is an important design that contains highly important symbols, but some of these need to be refreshed. In the initial design, the crest was represented by a lion, but we replaced this symbol with a totem. The totem represents the First Nations people, as the have a strong connection to Canada’s history. However we still decided to keep the crown to represent Canada as a constitutional monarchy that is run by a sovereign. On the right of the totem pole…

Quebec has played a special role in French history of Canada. They spoke French in France, they feel that the way of living in France is still different from the North American mentality in Quebec. However, it doesn't mean that Quebec culture is exactly the different as the rest of Canada. I think it would be dangerous for them to do based on their history, traditionalism and their deep passion to do. Canada is at the reason why Quebec even existed. I think Quebec should not separate. Canada is…

What makes a nation? Beyond the difference of Nations and States, what really makes a Nation and how does one identify as a member of said Nation? When discussing whether or not Canada is actually a nation or a state with multiple nations within (as discussed later), the question I pose is: Why is this even a question? Why is there such disbelief or bewilderment when discussing whether or not Canada is a Nation; why does no one have the same reaction when the United States is the one in question…

Throughout canada’s history with tons of prime ministers, many would argue that William Lyon Mackenzie King was the best one. To be a good prime minister you need to be able to connect with the people you’re in charge of and you need to have a good understanding of different cultures in the society. He was a good prime minister because he showed initiative and promise, he never gave up on his political career, he spent a lot of energy to accomplish what others didn’t, and William Lyon…

Was Laurier an Imperialist or a French Canadian Nationalist? What was his legacy? Sir Wilfrid Laurier, Prime Minister of Canada from 1896 to 1911, lawyer, journalists, and politician. Laurier was the first French Canadian Prime Minister of Canada, but he did not just support the French, he also supported the English. He Believed in equality and compromise for all. He was viewed as a French Canadian Nationalist because he did not want stronger ties with Great Britain and created the Naval…

The entrenchment of the Canadian Charter of Rights and its relation to democracy in Canada has been at the core of many debates throughout the years. A democratic government is one that allows the people to have a direct hand in what goes on in their country and some believe that entrenching the charter of rights in the constitution is a violation of the principles of this democracy. Although the charter of rights is entrenched, the charter of rights is very abstract in its rules and allows for…

For my civics paper on one good Canadian citizen, I chose Viola Desmond. She is quite a remarkable individual, she continues to inspire thousands across Canada. She is a civil rights activist and businesswoman. Also, the first Canadian women to appear on a banknote when she graced the front of the $10-dollar bill in 2018. Desmond, who launched Nova Scotia’s civil rights movement in the 1940s after refusing to leave a whites-only section in a movie theatre, was chosen from more than 460 eligible…

Philosophy 1B03 Essay #1 The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, in effect since April 17, 1982 guarantees the rights of individuals by a set of laws and their limits entrenched in the Canadian Constitution. The biggest priority of the Charter is to protect Canadians from the state and minorities from parliamentary majority. Legal rights to life, liberty and security are rooted in the Canadian Charter. This includes laws guaranteeing freedom of speech, press, religious practice,…

Pierre Trudeau was the 15th prime minister of Canada and played a significant role in shaping what Canada is today. Pierre Trudeau was well known for his energetic personality and his key role in many controversial decisions. Pierre Elliot Trudeau proved to be Canada’s most influential prime minister, through his acceptance of diversity and ability to implement strong change for all Canadians. Pierre Trudeau had a big impact on supporting and forming a strong bond of multiculturalism of all…