SWLSB SEC. 4 History of Quebec and Canada: Important Terms Cartes | Quizlet

The Baby Boom

When the Baby Boom occurred and what it was:

The baby boom occurred between 1945-1960, in which birth rates increased and mortality rates decreased.

Ultramontanism

-Ultramontanism is the view that the Church should be involved in all aspects of life, including the political sphere

Anti-clericalism

Opposition to the political power of religious institutions or the clergy (Advocate for separation of Church and State)

The Institut Canadien de Montreal

An organization in Montreal that promoted liberal ideas. They were shut down by The Catholic Church

The Quiet Revolution

A period of intense social, political, and economic change in Quebec. During this period, which lasted from about 1960 to 1970, Quebecois began to assert their rights and affirm and promote their language and culture.

The Suffrage Movement

the movement organized around gaining voting rights for women

Responsible Government

A system which requires that government ministers should be elected members of the legislative assembly, not appointed by the governor

Imperialism

A policy of extending a country's power and influence through diplomacy or military force.

Americanism

This phenomenon resulted from increased exposure to mass American culture, especially via television and movies

Provincial Autonomy

This refers to the ability of provincial government to have control over their own policies

Economic Liberalism

A belief in free trade and competition based on Adam Smith's argument that the invisible hand of free competition would benefit all individuals, rich and poor.