Theme 4: Introduction


Understanding Internationalism


You learned about nationalism and ultranationalism earlier in this course. Now, you will learn about internationalism. Internationalism is a principle that promotes a greater cooperation among nations and peoples. In this theme, you will learn about:

  • the influence of geography on Canada's identity
  • how the global community is developing
  • the meaning of internationalism
  • how technology influences global interdependence
  • how nations are now more interdependent than in previous times
  • how the pursuit of internationalism impacts attempts to address issues such as our environment
  • Canada's pursuit of internationalism
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This theme includes four lessons:

  • Lesson 16 — Geography Influences Canadian Identity
  • Lesson 17 — What Is Internationalism?
  • Lesson 18 — Global Interdependence
  • Lesson 19 — Canada's Pursuit of Internationalism