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Canadian Health Care/5 Principles »

A 7 page research paper that discusses in detail each of the five basic principles that form the foundation for the Canadian health care system, as laid out in the Canada Health Act of 1984. They are: public administration, comprehensiveness, universality, portability and accessibility/ This examination of Canadian health care ...
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Nurse Practitioners/Role & Function »

A 7 page research paper that examines the role and function of nurse practitioners (NPs) with particular emphasis on the NP role in Canada. A literature review on this topic shows that there are several significant roles for NPs emerging within acute care settings. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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MIGRATION FROM LATIN AMERICA TO ONTARIO, CANADA »

This 3-page paper discusses some trends and statistics as they pertain to migration into Ontario, Canada from Latin America and Central America. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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Comparative: Justice Systems in the U.S., Ireland and Canada »

Compares the justice systems in the United States, Ireland and Canada, focusing on structure of the court system (top down), then it looks within the structure to make comparisons. Line graphics of the 3 systems. Bibliography lists 10 sources. JVjudiciar.rtf.
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The High Cost of Auto Insurance in Alberta, Canada: »

This 9 page paper examines the reasons why auto insurance is so outrageously high in Alberta, Canada. Furthermore, this paper proposes solutions and examines what role the government is taking in this matter. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Financial Report of the City of Scottsdale, Arizona »

A 3 page paper discussing points of disclosure made in the annual report of the City of Scottsdale for FY2003/2004. For its efforts, the City won the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for FY2003/2004 from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA). Bibliography lists ...
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The Development of the Canadian Prairies: Applications of the Staples Theory »

An 11 page overview of the development of western Canada. The author details the importance of such factors as the fur trade and wheat production in determining Canadian infrastructural and thus cultural development. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
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Donald Creighton’s “The Empire Of The St. Lawrence” »

A 6 page review of Creighton’s seminal work. Creighton (1956) manages to produce a highly readable account not only of the facts surrounding the historical development of the St. Lawrence area, he also incorporates the attitudes and positions of specific stakeholder groups to contribute a new perspective on the ...
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Interpreting Sagard’s Journey to the Countries of the Huron »

This 7 page paper takes the work of Father Gabriel Sagard, who travelled to Canada from France in 1624, entitled The Long Journey to The Countries of the Huron, and examines it to show the student how to ‘read between the lines’ to gain an insight to the lives ...
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THE HOMELESS IMMIGRANT IN CANADA »

This 15 page paper analyzes the situation of the immigrant homeless in Canada. Statistics, research, case studies, quotes and opinion offered. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
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Progress for the Aboriginal Population in Canada »

This 3 page paper provides an overview of the problem regarding the treatment of Aboriginal peoples in Canada. The focus is on the Meech Lake Accord and Charlottetown Accord and how they had each affected the treatment of the Aboriginal populous. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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FINANCE EXPOSURE OF CANADA »

This 3-page paper focuses on various terms of financial risk such as transaction, translation and economic exposure. These concepts are defined in terms of Canada. Bibliography lists 3 sources.
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Bicycle Helmet Laws: Impact on Safety and Reduction of Injuries »

A 6 page reviews of the history and impact of laws mandating the use of helmets for bicyclists. Bicycle helmet laws are quite controversial not only within the U.S. but also in other areas of the world (especially in Australia, Canada, Finland, Iceland, and New Zealand) where they ...
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Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS): A Comparison of Ontario’s Approach to SARS and the Interpretation of that Approach by Canadian and U.S. Media »

A 5 page discussion of the manner in which SARS has been dealt with in Canada. The author examines the Ontario Ministry of Health’s web site and compares the information provided there, and the government reaction to SARS in general, to the perceptions of SARS by two journalists (one ...
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The History of Scottish Immigration to North America: »

This 28 page paper discusses the history of the immigration of Scotts to the United States and Canada. Specifically, this paper explores the reasons for their immigration, as well as settlement patterns, hardships they endured, ports of entry and so forth. Bibliography lists 15 sources.
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Earnings Gender Gap In Canada »

A 4 page paper. Historically, women have been paid less than men for doing the same job. The gender wage gap has been explained away by differences in experience, education, tenure and a variety of demographic variables. Yet, controlling for all the many variables, there is still a large differential ...
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“Red China Blues”: Unique Insight Into China’s Revolution »

An 8 page overview of the book by Jan Wong. Wong, a Canadian ethnic Chinese, lived in China during the 1960s and 1970s. Although she had lived a life of privilege in Canada and could not even speak the Chinese language, she manages to provide a unique and ...
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Canadian Monetary Policy »

This 10 page paper evaluates Canadian monetary policy. Monetary policy is described and defined and theory is disused as well. Canadian monetary policy is included specifically and then attention is turned to the years 1997 through 2003. Up to date information is included in this paper that provides ...
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Gender Violence in Canada »

This 8 page paper explores violence against women, particularly as it exists in Canada. Statistics ar provided and theories about causation are included. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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ACID RAIN, EFFICIENCY OF TREATMENT AND ECONOMIC EQUITY »

This 10-page paper discusses the acid rain problem in Canada, and attempts to apply economic theories of equity and efficiency to the problem. Also analyzed are Canadian policies, history of acid rain, and suggested improvements to current policy. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
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Canada's Long Path to Gender Parity »

This 6 page paper provides an overview of the issue of Canada's struggle for gender parity. This paper outlines the historical factors and internal issues that have led to this problem. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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NAFTA - Results »

A 14 page paper that begins by introducing the WTO and the function of this international trade organization. The North American Trade Agreement is then discussed, focusing on reports of the results of NAFTA at its 10-year anniversary. Data are reported for Canada, the United States and Mexico. The writer ...
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U.S. Foreign Policy Reflected in Three World Newspapers »

A 3 page paper discussing the reports of three non-US newspapers, analyzing them for the manner in which they present the news. Canada’s “The Globe and Mail” reports facts that American reporters leave unsaid; Britain’s “The Guardian” blasts U.S. and British governments with equal enthusiasm without fear of any ...
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British Conquest of New France »

A 10 page research paper that examines the significance of the British conquest of New France. The writer concentrates on how this historical event created two cultures within this region of Canada and pays particular attention to the influence of the Catholic Church. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Case 7-2, Japan - Taxes on Alcoholic Beverages »

A 4 page case brief of an international trade dispute brought before the World Trade Organization (WTO) Dispute Settlement Panel in 1998. Canada, the European Union and the United States complained to the WTO that Japan imposed lower taxes on its locally-produced shochu, an alcoholic beverage. The complaining ...
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Marketing Guard Soap in Canada »

A 5 page paper analyzing a marketing case for Guard soap, a highly fragranced deodorant soap performing inconsistently across Canada’s provinces. The product manager seeks to increase promotion efforts in those areas where the product is not performing as hoped; the group product manager believes the company should evenly ...
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Canada's Role in Promoting Global Competition and Trade »

This 9 page paper looks at Canada's economy as well as its role in terms of trade. The nation's ideology on competition is explored. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
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Education in Canada: The Need for the Separation of Church and State »

This is a 7 page paper discussing the need for the separation of church and state in the educational system in Canada. Most provinces in Canada struggle with the incorporation of church and state in the educational system. Historically, the allowance for funding to religious based school systems can be ...
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Factors Relating to Canadian Dental Service Utilization and Access »

This is a 10 page paper discussing factors relating to dental service utilization in Canada. While Canadians enjoy a universal health care system regulated by the Canada Health Act, dental care (except for dental surgery in hospitals) is not covered by the network of territorial and provincial health insurance plans. ...
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“John Quincy Adams” »

A five page paper which looks at the way in which Adams had a positive influence on the American government in terms of the Florida Purchase and the Monroe Doctrine, and his individual and perceptive attitude to the relationship between European colonialism and the formation of the USA. Bibliography lists ...
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“Les Maitres Fous” »

A five page paper which looks at Jean Rouch’s 1954 movie, Les Maitres Fous, in terms of his perception of the Hauka community in Accra under colonial role, and the cultural and religious significance of the possession ceremony which allowed the Hauka to assimilate the constraints of colonialism ...
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Canadian Trade: Global, Local and Inter-Provincial Trade Barriers »

This is a 3 page paper discussing different perceptions and aspects of Canadian trade in regards to municipal, provincial and global levels. Canadian trade varies in regards to its acceptance, perception and policies on the municipal, provincial or global levels. Many World Trade Organization (WTO) Members find that certain restrictive ...
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Business and Government in Canada: Issues of Government Relations, The Role of Elites, Government Intervention, Regulation and Deregulation »

This is a 3 page paper discussing business and government in Canada in regards to government intervention, business relations, the roles of elites and regulation. The history of Canadian business involves a great amount of government intervention within the business industry to the extent that most historical Canadian business ventures ...
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Benefits and Costs of a Taxpayer Focused (Public) Healthcare System (Canadian Based) »

This is a 5 page paper discussing benefits, costs and possible modernization of the public health care system in Canada. Canadians currently appreciate the public healthcare system in their country mainly because the Canada Health Act guarantees free health care to anyone in the country. Despite this advantage over other ...
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Italian Immigration Into Canada: The Historical Process and Trends »

This is a 12 page paper discussing the historical process of Italian immigration into Canada. The process for Italian immigration into Canada has varied greatly in accordance with the development of the Immigration Acts over the last century. During the late 1800s and early 1900s, European immigrants were welcomed into ...
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Privatization of Health Care Issues in Canada and Albertans Current Battle »

This is a 5 page paper discussing the current issues involved with the privatization of health care in Canada. Canadians have been slowly absorbing more of personal medical costs within the last decade indicating a slow trend toward a private health care system in Canada. As federal funding decreases toward ...
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The Treatment and Internment of Japanese Canadians during World War II »

This is a 6 page paper discussing the treatment and internment of Japanese Canadians during World War II. Before the attack on Pearl Harbor, Japanese Canadians lived as commercial fishermen, miners, forester, and merchants and were allowed to join the armed forces to fight for Canada. After the attack on ...
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The History and Future of African Cinema »

A 12 page overview of African cinema. This paper notes that African cinema is the product of a number of factors, one of the most important of these being colonial influence. Africa has, in fact, been a land of triple heritage, a heritage which balances between African, French, ...
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Comparing “White Man’s Burden” and “Baby Boy” »

This is a 5 page paper comparing the films “White Man’s Burden” and “Baby Boy”. “White Man’s Burden” (1995) directed by Desmond Nakano, and “Baby Boy” (2001) directed by John Singleton, are two films which both tell the stories of unemployed lower class individuals who exist and try and live ...
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Exploring 17th Century Puritan Colonization And 19th Century Reconstruction »

9 pages in length. Exploring the relationship between 17th century Puritan colonization and 19th century Reconstruction as they relate to colonial America finds a common denominator between the two time periods connected by the very foundation of how the term 'colonialism' is defined: "control by one power over a ...
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Walter Rodney's "How Europe Underdeveloped Africa" »

10 pages in length. Walter Rodney's How Europe Underdeveloped Africa seeks to illustrate the manner by which Africa's existence in today's world is wholly due to the oppressive approach imparted by European presence. The author's goals and objectives in writing the book are to bring to light the ...
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Nuclear Colonialism And Environmental Racism »

5 pages in length. In a perfect world, all entities, every race and each person would be represented in the same fair light. However, this is not a perfect world, and people of various races and origins are not given the same fair treatment in virtually every aspect ...
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Things Fall Apart/European Imperialism »

A 3 page essay that analyzes Chinua Achebe's novel Things Fall Apart, which concerns the period in which the British first came to Nigeria and the culture clash that this invasion brought about with the native population. Achebe presents a picture of African culture, as seen in the Igbo ...
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Sociological Concepts in Things Fall Apart »

A 5 page research paper that analyzes Chinua Achebe's novel Things Fall Apart (1959). The writer argues that this work can be viewed as a comprehensive sociological study of Nigerian Igbo culture. Okonkwo, Achebe's protagonist, is a member of this tribe and is considered the quintessential embodiment of its ...
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The ‘Third World’ »

A five page paper which considers the changes which smaller and less developed nations have undergone since 1945, and how the ‘Third World’ has evolved out of countries which were formerly the victims of European colonialism and are now struggling to achieve autonomy in the face of global industrialisation. Bibliography lists ...
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“England from 1500 - 1700” »

A ten page paper which looks at the history of England from 1500 to 1700, in terms of domestic and foreign policy, expansion and colonialism, and social and religious developments. Bibliography lists 6 sources.
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Colonialism and What it Does to the Masses »

This five page paper presents a discussion on the effects of colonialism on the colonizer and the colonized. It opens with a definition of the terms and presents several examples throughout the paper. Bibliography lists one source
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William Shakespeare's "The Tempest" as a Consideration of the Important Social Issues of its Time »

A 10 page paper which examines how William Shakespeare's final play, "The Tempest," is a reflection of the historical issues of his time, including European colonialism (belief in manifest destiny) and the repercussions of imperialism, prejudice within the social class system, and superstition vs. Christianity. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
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The War for the Falklands: Altruism or Economic Control? »

In 1982 Argentina invaded a handful of islands in the South Atlantic that supported a population of barely 2,000 humans (and approximately one hundred sheep for each human). Experts and non-experts were proposing theories that ranged from the Argentine foot soldier's view of 'freeing the islands from the yoke ...
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Mexican Film/Maria Candelaria »

A 7 page research paper/essay that discusses Emilio Fernandez’s Maria Candelaria (1943) and how this film relates to the task of addressing the legacy of colonialism within the context of Mexican history. Mexico, as Andrea Noble points out, is fundamentally a “mestizo entity,” that is, it is the product of ...
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