Canadian Immigration Policies and Challenges

The video explores Canada's immigration history, focusing on how the government encouraged European immigrants to settle in the west. It discusses strategies like creating multilingual promotional materials and targeting specific regions such as the US, Great Britain, and Eastern Europe. The video also highlights the challenges immigrants faced, including harsh living conditions and false advertising about the ease of settling in Canada. The lesson concludes with a student activity.

What was the primary reason for the influx of European families into Canada?

• Canada's natural resources

• Encouragement from the Canadian government

• Better climate conditions

• Political stability in Europe

Who was responsible for attracting immigrants to Western Canada?

• John A. Macdonald

• Wilfrid Laurier

• Clifford Sifton

• Robert Borden

Which three regions were specifically targeted by the Canadian government for immigration?

• United States, Great Britain, and Eastern Europe

• Australia, New Zealand, and India

• Asia, Africa, and South America

• Scandinavia, France, and Germany

Why was immigration from the United States appealing to American farmers?

• Higher wages in Canada

• Abundant farmland in Canada

• Better weather conditions

• Running out of good farmland in the US

What was the Canadian government's vision regarding language and culture?

• Multilingual and multicultural

• One nation with one language

• Bilingual with French and English

• Cultural diversity with multiple languages

What was a major challenge faced by immigrants in Western Canada?

• Harsh weather conditions

• Cultural differences

• Building suitable shelters

• Lack of employment opportunities

What type of houses did immigrants initially build in the prairies?

• Brick houses

• Wooden cabins

• Stone cottages

• Sod houses

Why was Western Canada referred to as a 'trap' for immigrants?

• Harsh climate conditions

• Lack of job opportunities

• Inability to return to their home countries

• Cultural isolation

What was the impact of non-French-speaking immigrants on Francophones in the West?

• Strengthened Francophone culture

• Increased cultural diversity

• Francophones felt outnumbered

• Improved relations with English speakers

What was the Canadian government's approach to advertising the West?

• Promoted multiculturalism

• Encouraged only British immigrants

• Avoided advertising to Canadians

• Focused on French-speaking immigrants