This course introduces students to Franco-Canadian cultures outside Quebec. Cultural contrasts and continuity between Quebec, Acadian, Franco-Ontarian and Western French-Canadian communities will be emphasized. Students will examine forms of cultural expression such as cinema, television, visual arts, literature, music and popular culture. Topics include the French-Canadian diaspora, the Acadians and the Cajuns, bilingualism and language legislation as well as the cultural contributions of recent immigrants and the Métis.Weekly
This course introduces students to Franco-Canadian cultures outside Quebec. Cultural contrasts and continuity between Quebec, Acadian, Franco-Ontarian and Western French-Canadian communities will be emphasized. Students will examine forms of cultural expression such as cinema, television, visual arts, literature, music and popular culture. Topics include the French-Canadian diaspora, the Acadians and the Cajuns, bilingualism and language legislation as well as the cultural contributions of recent immigrants and the Métis.Weekly
