Different Perspectives On Multiculturalism In Canada

1. Briefly describe different perspectives on multiculturalism. First, define multiculturalism. Next, briefly describe the assertions of the proponents of multiculturalism. Then describe the opinions of the critics of multiculturalism. Finally, provide your own opinion about multiculturalism.

In Canada, and indeed most places in the world, multiculturalism is the idea that culture, race and ethnicity of a countries minority groups needs to be respected, tolerated and indeed celebrated by that countries dominant culture. Macionis, Jansson, Benoit see multiculturalism as “a perspective recognizing the cultural diversity of Canada and promoting equal standing for all cultural traditions.” There have been different perspectives on multiculturalism throughout history. When taking Canada as an example we see that the English did not appreciate multiculturalism the same way many people do today. In fact it could be said that the English exhibited
There is also a negative element in regard to Social justice and capitalism that should be discussed. Capitalism without a doubt, often encourages exploitative practices at the cost of widening the inequality between social classes. Karl Marx had written extensively regarding the inequality between the social classes. Marx witnessed the rich get richer while the working class poor labored in terrible working conditions. Unfortunately the elite rich have abused a lot of the tenants of capitalism. That being said, when we look over the history of capitalism we do see that generally speaking, people enjoy a higher standard of living, and most certainly enjoy a higher standard of personal freedom which, in my opinion favors social