DEFINITIONS Flashcards
What is capitalism?
Capitalism is an economic system where private individuals or businesses own and control the production of goods and services and operate for profit, with minimal government intervention.
What is communism?
Communism is an economic and political system where the government or community owns all property and means of production, aiming to eliminate class differences and distribute resources based on need.
What is the Chanak crisis?
The Chanak Crisis (1922) was a standoff between Britain and Turkey over British intervention in the Turkish War of Independence, resolved when Britain backed down, recognizing Turkey’s sovereignty.
What is the Winnipeg General Strike?
The Winnipeg General Strike (1919) was a massive labor strike in Winnipeg, Canada, where workers across various industries protested for better wages, working conditions, and rights. It lasted six weeks and ended with limited gains for workers but highlighted tensions between labor and employers.
What is collective bargaining?
Collective bargaining is the process where employers and employees, usually through unions, negotiate terms such as wages, working conditions, and benefits.
What is the halibut treaty?
The Halibut Treaty (1923) was an agreement between Canada and the United States to regulate the fishing of halibut in the Pacific Ocean, marking one of the first instances of Canada acting independently in foreign policy.
Who is J.S woodsworth
J.S. Woodsworth was a key founding member of the Co-operative Commonwealth Federation (CCF), a Canadian political party formed in 1932 that aimed to promote socialism, workers’ rights, and social welfare. The CCF later evolved into the New Democratic Party (NDP).
Who was William Lyon Mackenzie, the king?
William Lyon Mackenzie King was a Canadian politician and the longest-serving Prime Minister of Canada, leading the country from 1921 to 1948. As a Liberal, he navigated Canada through key events like the Great Depression and World War II.
Who is Arthur Meighen?
Arthur Meighen was a Canadian politician who served as prime minister twice (1920-1921, 1926) as leader of the Conservative Party. He focused on Canadian nationalism and economic development but struggled with political instability during his time in office.
What are flappers?
Flappers were young women in the 1920s who challenged traditional norms by embracing fashion, freedom, and new social behaviors, such as wearing short dresses, bobbing their hair, and participating in jazz music and dancing.
What is regionalism?
Regionalism is the political, cultural, or economic emphasis on the interests and identity of a specific geographic area or region, often leading to a desire for greater autonomy or influence.
What is the King Byng crisis?
The King-Byng Crisis (1926) was a political conflict in Canada between Prime Minister William Lyon Mackenzie King and Governor General Lord Byng. It occurred when Byng refused King’s request to dissolve Parliament and call an election, leading to a constitutional debate over the powers of the Governor General.
What is the Balfour Report?
The Balfour Report (1926) was a document that affirmed the status of dominions like Canada, Australia, and New Zealand as autonomous nations within the British Empire, marking a shift toward greater independence and equality among these countries.
What is autonomy?
Autonomy is the right or condition of self-governance, where a region or group has the freedom to make its own decisions and control its affairs without external influence.
British Commonwealth definition
The British Commonwealth, now known as the Commonwealth of Nations, is a political association of countries, most of which were former territories of the British Empire, that cooperate on economic, social, and political issues while maintaining equal status and independence.
What is the BNA Act?
The British Commonwealth, now known as the Commonwealth of Nations, is a political association of countries, most of which were former territories of the British Empire, that cooperate on economic, social, and political issues while maintaining equal status and independence.
What is the person’s case?
The Persons Case (1929) was a landmark legal decision in Canada where the Privy Council ruled that women were “persons” under the law, allowing them to be appointed to the Senate and granting them greater legal recognition and rights.
What is the branch plant (economy)
A branch plant is a subsidiary or extension of a company located in a different region or country, often used to produce goods or provide services locally while being controlled by the parent company from another location. Example: USA using Canada.
What are primary industries?
involve the extraction and harvesting of natural resources, such as farming, fishing, mining, and forestry.
What are secondary industries?
involve the processing and manufacturing of raw materials into finished goods, such as construction, factories, and the production of consumer products.
What is a Prohibition?
Prohibition was a period, especially in the U.S. (1920-1933), during which the production, sale, and transportation of alcoholic beverages were banned by law.
What was bootlegging (rum running)?
Bootlegging (or rum running) refers to the illegal production, distribution, or smuggling of alcohol, especially during Prohibition, when alcohol was banned in the U.S. (1920-1933).
Who is Agnes Macphail?
Agnes Macphail was Canada’s first female Member of Parliament, elected in 1921. She was a prominent political figure and advocate for women’s rights, social justice, and prison reform.
Who is Emily Murphy?
Emily Murphy was a Canadian women’s rights activist, the first female magistrate in Canada, and a key figure in the Persons Case, which led to women being recognized as “persons” under Canadian law.
