In a lot of ways, it seems like that is on paper only. As in the experience for us is so different that it doesn't always correlate with the basic ideas and assumptions about what it means to be a Canadian. I am really starting to think those of us on the Prairies as well as British Columbians, really have our own identities and histories that are somewhat distinct and independent of the rest of Canada. I would gladly say the same thing about Quebec and the Maritimes. I hate us getting sucked into that 'Upper Canada-Lower Canada' historical persective we are supposed to agree to. Rarely do you find an article about BC or the Prairies outside of a local newspaper. The perception is that Ontario, especially Southern Ontario, is more important, sophisticated, historically significant, etc. Interesting, because there is ton of culture out here except for maybe architecture, never a highlight of Western Canada. That is made up for by the beauty of nature and scenery.
2006-11-01 18:26:53 · 1 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Other - Cultures & Groups
Aren't half of Albertans from Cape Breton or Newfoundland in the first place?
2006-11-01 18:30:53 · answer #1 · answered by michinoku2001 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋