Multiculturalism And The History Of Canadian Di... (2027)

The composition of Canada's population has undergone radical changes since Confederation: Canadian Multiculturalism Policy, 1971

: Introduced by Prime Minister Pierre Elliott Trudeau, this policy made Canada the first country to officially adopt multiculturalism. It focused on cultural preservation, assisting ethnic groups in maintaining their traditions while integrating into Canadian society.

: This commission was initially tasked with exploring the relationship between English and French Canadians. However, it faced pressure from other ethnic groups (the "Third Force") who demanded recognition, leading to the recommendation that Canada embrace its multicultural nature within a bilingual framework.