CU20.1
Explore historical and contemporary elements, and the cultural and linguistic diversity, of Chinese cultures in Canada.
Indicators for this outcome
(a) Describe the demographics of Mandarin language speakers in Canada.
(b)

Explore the influence of Chinese culture on Canadian society, including:

  • food and drink;
  • traditional and contemporary clothing; and,
  • traditions, celebrations and holidays.
(c)

Inquire about Chinese cultures and heritage (e.g., the arts, celebrations, community, traditions, language, history and food) in Canada by:

  • reading, listening to or viewing tourist information or facts about Chinese Canadian communities;
  • researching Canadian organizations, events and festivals (e.g., Chinese New Year’s festivals); and,
  • exploring Mandarin-speaking communities in Canada.
(d) Discuss historical issues (e.g., head tax and building of railways) the Chinese community has encountered in Canada.
(e) Compare current and historical experiences of Mandarin-speaking newcomers to Canada.
(f)

Recognize cultural-linguistic world view of Mandarin speakers about issues such as:

  • education;
  • technology;
  • culture; and,
  • celebrations and holidays.
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