The 18th Century Fur Trade
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This 5 page essay reviews the work of J.M. Bumsted on the Anglo/Franco competition for fur in Canada. Political and economic issues are examined, as well several geographical issues that led to England's triumph. No Bibliography.
Filename: Furtra.wps

The Rebellions of 1837-1838
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A 15 page essay on the nineteenth century rebellions in which Canada broke away from British rule and which, subsequently, prompted reforms. Bibliography lists 10 sources.
Filename: Reb1837.wps

Canadian Conscription
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The issue of conscription has been of utmost importance in Canadian politics through the years. When Prime Minister Bordon introduced the concept to increase the numbers for the Canadian Expeditionary Force in 1917 a chasm of opinion opened between English Canada and French Canada. The issues and opinions that drove the conflict over conscription were more concerned with the differences in the political viewpoints as to the obligations of citizenship of the dissidents than the issue of involuntary military service. This 12 page paper examines the historical background of the conflict, the British situation of the time and the Canadian response to the need for manpower. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: Conscript.wps

Canadian Government / Do Actions Against The FLQ Constitute State Terrorism?
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In this 14 page essay, the writer explores activities of the Canadian government and military against the F.L.Q. in an attempt to determine whether or not these constitute state terrorism. Specific terrorism acts in Canada are explained as are the issue of sustained state terrorism as it specifically applies to this North-American country. Bibliography lists 14 sources.
Filename: Terroris.wps

Should Canada Become a Republic?
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This 8 page paper addresses the question as to whether Canada should convert its government to a republic or remain a constitutional monarchy. The question of having monarchies in general is discussed as well as the Quebec question which still plagues the country. The paper concludes that Canada should remain as it has been as there is really no reason for change. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: Shouldca.wps

Bank of Canada's Monetary Policy
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An 11 page overview of the pros and cons of the bank's monetary policy, it's past success and current failures. The monetary policy focuses on a belief that inflation causes a decrease in productivity rather than any other influence. By retaining a rigid pricing policy in regards interest rates, however, Canada's dollar has been devaluated by the Asian crises and other local events because it chose to protect its pricing policy rather than compete with the U.S. during the early crisis stage. Investors chose to move their investments to the U.S., where (paid) interest rates are higher. Bibliography lists 11 sources.
Filename: Cnbnkcan.wps

Canada / Economy and Politics
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An 8 page research paper exploring Canada: its history, natural resources, economy, and politics. Essay concludes with a recommendation as to whether or not to invest in the country. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Canada2.wps

Canada’s Struggle to Keep Hockey Canadian
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This 10 page report discusses the changes in the hockey world that have lead to the Americanization of what is essentially Canada’s “national pastime.” Hockey is quite simply what Canadians do in the winter: play it, watch it, follow it through the newspaper, television, radio. Canada's hockey system desperately requires is national leadership and a re-focusing of its priorities and its vision for the future if it intends to maintain hockey the way it claims it wants to. Increased government funding, stronger youth and development programs, financing from the National Hockey League and an improvement in the leadership abilities of the Canadian Hickey League are essential. Bibliography lists 8 sources.
Filename: BWcan.rtf

Canada and the American Revolution
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A 5 page essay on the difference in attitudes between the U.S. and Canada instigated by the American Revolutionary War and holding ever since. The writer posits that while Canadians are generally distrustful of the U.S., the same attitude does not hold in the reverse. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Candarev.doc

"The Banks: The Ongoing Battle for Control of Canada's Richest Business": A Review of the 1999 Book By Les Whittington:
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A 10 page overview of the book by financial journalist Les Whittington. Describes Whittington's exceptional ability to gather and regurgitate economic facts in a readable and extremely informative manner. Concentrates on the infrastructure of Canadian banks and the recent proposals for mergers. Details Whittington's concerns over these mergers, concerns which were evident as well in the governmental and public response to the proposals. Bibliography lists 4 sources.
Filename: PPwhitng.wps