1. My Canada

2. Imperialism Strong ties to the British Empire
In the event of a war, Canada’s ties to Great Britain puts Canada at war too!

3. Settlement Patterns Most Canadians live on Farms
Cities are beginning to grow and industrialize

4. Technology/entertainment
Transportation: Train/horse and buggy
Socializing through church, picnics, hockey games, etc.
No radio, no TV

5. Immigration
Policy changes to include Eastern Europeans – to settle the west – Farming
Policy remains racist – to include only those of European origin – White!

6. The Economy: Reciprocity
Free Trade with the United States
American made goods remain cheap since they are not taxed
Bad for Canadian factories since their goods are more expensive

7. The Economy: National Policy
Protect Canadian industry by taxing cheap imports from the United States
Makes Canadian goods more competitive
Makes things more expensive for Canadians to buy

8. French English Relations
French Canadians feel threatened by English majority