5. Multiculturalism is a policy that emphasizes the unique characteristics of different cultures, especially as they relate one another in receiving nations.
27. states that all Canadian citizens have equal rights, regardless of any differences they might have and regardless of skin colour, religion, country of birth, ethnic background, etc.; and recognizes the right of ethnic, linguistic, and religious minorities to keep their cultures, languages, and religious practices.
30. To help students to acquire knowledge, attitudes and skills needed to function effectively in pluralistic democratic society To help students to acquire knowledge and commitments needed to make reflective decisions
31. To promote democracy and democratic living To help students develop more positive attitudes toward different racial, ethnic, cultural and religious groups.
44. Shared Ideals Every student must have an equal opportunity to achieve her or his full potential Every student must be prepared to competently participate in an increasingly intercultural society
45. Teachers must be prepared to effectively facilitate learning for every individual student Schools must be active participants in ending oppression of all types Education must become more fully student-centered
46. Educators, activists and others must take a more active role in reexamining all educational practice and how they affect the learning of all students
