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What makes Canada a "country of regions"?
Canada's vast geography has fostered distinct regional identities, each with its own political and economic priorities, sometimes causing tensions with federal policies.
Who was Kenneth Hare and what did he say about Canada?
A Canadian geographer who described Canada as "preposterously big," highlighting its vastness and regional diversity.
What role does regionalism play in Canadian unity?
It both challenges and strengthens unity, requiring constant compromise between regional and national interests.
Who is Perry Bellegarde and what did he advocate?
Assembly of First Nations Chief who emphasized recognizing Indigenous contributions and histories in Canada.
What was the Truth and Reconciliation Commission?
A commission led by Murray Sinclair that investigated Canada's residential schools and aimed to promote reconciliation.
What is Gord Downie's "Secret Path" about?
A graphic novel and album about Chanie Wenjack, an Indigenous boy who died fleeing a residential school, highlighting residential school abuses.
How did COVID-19 expose regional differences in Canada?
The pandemic's impacts varied by region, with Quebec hit hardest early on due to international travel before lockdowns.
How has COVID-19 accelerated economic changes in Canada?
It pushed Canada toward a more digital economy, with remote work, online education, and telemedicine becoming mainstream.
What is Carbon Engineering and its significance?
A BC-based company developing Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology to remove CO2 from the atmosphere, aiding climate change mitigation.
What faultlines currently threaten Canadian unity?
Indigenous issues, oil sands expansion, and climate change policies.
Why is the expansion of oil sands controversial?
It increases greenhouse gas emissions, clashing with Canada's international climate commitments.
What is Bill C-69 and why is it controversial?
Federal legislation ensuring projects do not harm human health, the environment, or communities; perceived in Western Canada as anti-pipeline.
How have regional energy divides affected Canadian politics?
Hydro-rich regions like Quebec benefit from green energy, while oil-dependent Western provinces feel targeted by climate policies.
What was the Churchill Falls dispute?
A conflict between Quebec and Newfoundland and Labrador over hydroelectric power profits; recent efforts aim to foster cooperation.
What was the purpose of the federal carbon tax introduced in 2018?
To reduce greenhouse gas emissions nationally, though it faced opposition from Alberta, Saskatchewan, Ontario, and New Brunswick.
What complicates Indigenous governance and reconciliation efforts?
Conflicts between elected band councils and traditional hereditary leadership, such as with the Wet'suwet'en Nation.
What is the "creative class" in urban economies?
A global group of skilled, innovative workers who drive urban economic success; major cities like Toronto, Vancouver, and Montreal attract them.
What was Vancouver's Greenest City Action Plan?
An initiative to make Vancouver the world's greenest city by 2020, achieving 7 of 10 major environmental goals.
What future challenges does Canada face post-COVID?
Adjusting to public health crises, managing globalization risks, addressing climate change, and strengthening regional unity.
Why will Canada likely remain a country of regions?
Its geography, history, and regional diversity ensure ongoing tensions, yet also provide resilience through compromise and federalism.