The United States of America has always had an impact on the lives of their neighbours

to the North, Canada. It was not until the beginning of radio and then television that it became

most apparent just how large of an impact they really had on Canadian culture. After radio and

television were introduced, Canadians were exposed to American culture and American way of

life. Canadians acquired and interest and thirst for all things American. Through such a

dominant presence in Canadian lives, Canadian population seemed to not get enough of America

and the popular culture, sports, politics and attractions that they offered. With easy access to

American ways, Canadians began to be so interested in the American way of life that many

feared Canadians would lose touch with their own culture. The overtaking of Canadian culture

by Americans posed threats to Canada and as a result measures were taken to preserve all things

Canadian. Laws were implemented and Acts were drawn up as to how much American

programming would be shown in Canada. With the introduction of radio and television, Laws

were drawn up by Canadians to preserve their culture

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