How do Canada's diverse regional, political, and social identities shape its politics? How do Canadian parties and social movements navigate diverse political cultures and communities to shape change? What impact has Canada's unique political history, culture, and sociology had on the decisions made by governments and other political actors? This course introduces students to the societal context of Canadian political life, exploring the difficult compromises and contentious debates that shape a diverse Canadian society. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hoursPrerequisite(s): Any two of POLS 110.3, POLS 111.3, POLS 112.3; or 18 credit units at the university level. Note: Students with credit for POLS 203 may not take this course for credit.
How do Canada's diverse regional, political, and social identities shape its politics? How do Canadian parties and social movements navigate diverse political cultures and communities to shape change? What impact has Canada's unique political history, culture, and sociology had on the decisions made by governments and other political actors? This course introduces students to the societal context of Canadian political life, exploring the difficult compromises and contentious debates that shape a diverse Canadian society. Weekly hours: 3 Lecture hoursPrerequisite(s): Any two of POLS 110.3, POLS 111.3, POLS 112.3; or 18 credit units at the university level. Note: Students with credit for POLS 203 may not take this course for credit.