Immigration, Integration and Citizenship: Political (Part IV)

This panel will feature a presentation that proposes what indicators would most effectively track how inclusive Canadian institutions are of newcomers and minorities and how actively newcomers and minorities seek to influence these institutions, followed by a panel of discussants and an open discussion.

Location: Seymour Room

Religion and Migration in Canadian Society (Part II)

The role of religion in Canadian society over the past several decades has certainly changed, and national and international events over the past two decades have demonstrated that while religion continues to exert a significant influence in the lives of Canadian communities and individuals, it is also dramatically and continually renegotiated by people as they face new and often disorienting realities.   In this workshop, speakers will address specific Canadian issues in which religion plays a significant role.  Presenters from a wide range of academic and religious backgrounds will explore the policy implications of these case studies, and also the broader lessons we can learn from them.

Location: Salon F

Diversity and La Francophonie (Part I)

This workshop will be divided into two parts. The first part will examine the issues concerning the reception and presence of Francophone immigrants in minority language situations, such as reception structures and integration problems. The second part will focus on carving out a place for Francophone citizens and will include Francophone linguistic identity, equity, representation and citizen participation.

Location : Cypress I Room

Development of Intercultural Competence Through Teacher Preparation Programs

The workshop examines intercultural competence in pre-service teachers and teacher educators in three teacher preparation programs in Western Canada. Policy recommendations include building stronger connections between teacher preparation programs and school practices, additions and/or changes to teachers’ professional codes of ethics, and changing curriculum or content delivery in post-secondary institutions.

Location: Arbutus Room