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Changing Quebec

 

            
             Ever since Canada was first discovered in 1867, it has been going through many ups and downs, which have lead to few times of contentment, but rather of torn ideas and conflict. One of the most well known places in Canada is its largest province, Quebec, which has been split over the decision to stay a part of Canada or become independent.
             Quebec is the only French speaking "political entity" in North America, excluding the islands in the mouth of the St. Lawrence River. Recently, the people of Quebec have been split in their opinions of whether Quebec should stay a part of Canada or break away and become its own country. This province already has its own legal system and has power over its immigration, allowing it to bring in French- speaking people. .
             If Quebec leaves Canada, it will cause a split separating the provinces along the Atlantic Ocean from the rest of Canada. If Quebec successfully breaks away, British Colombia might also try to gain its independence. The premier, Lucien Bouchard held a referendum between 1998 and 1999 to "ensure Quebec enters the next millennium as a sovereign country.
             Since then, support for sovereignty has increased. One major reason was the difference of language. A citizen of Quebec said, "I have nothing against speaking English because it is a language of commerce. It's a question of preserving our culture. I have a strong feeling of belonging to Quebec- The people of Quebec have a strong emotion towards their country. "We have everything we need to make a country: a common language and culture. We have the natural resources." .
             While many people support the independence of Quebec and work hard to persuade others that it is the best route to go, about 49 percent of the population thinks that is would be better for them to stay a part of Canada. One of the citizens voted "No" when asked his opinion on the issue. " With our high rate of unemployment, we have the self-confidence to do it but it is putting people out of work.


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