Religion in Canada: Then and Now

Flashcards on key concepts related to the history and contemporary state of religion in Canada.

Secularization

A process primarily stimulated by the Quiet Revolution of the 1960s, involving a shift away from traditional religious practices and a decline in mainstream religion.

Multiculturalism

A contemporary phenomenon in Canada where various cultures and religions coexist and are recognized.

Quiet Revolution

A period in the 1960s in Quebec characterized by significant social and political change, leading to secularization and a decline in traditional religious authority.

Colonialism

The historical period when colonial settlers, primarily Christians, imposed their religion on Indigenous populations and mainstreamed Christianity in Canada.

Religious 'Nones'

Individuals who identify as having no religion or do not associate with any organized religion.

Polarization

A term used to describe the coexistence of diverse faiths, cultures, and secular beliefs within Canadian society, as defined by Reginald Bibby.

Revitalization

The hope held by traditional religions for a resurgence or comeback in their influence in contemporary society, as indicated by Reginald Bibby's findings.

Social Gospel

A religious movement that emphasizes the application of Christian principles to social problems, associated with leaders like Nellie McClung.