"Every individual should receive what is due to him or her. It’s a simple question of fairness." In 1968 election speech, Pierre Trudeau pledged to make Canada a "just society". A place where all the Canadians are equal. Trudeau introduced Canada's "Multiculturalism Policy" on October 8, 1971 recognizing that while Canada was a country of two official languages, it did not have a single unitary culture but rather recognized the plurality of cultures. He passed the Constitution Act in 1982, which has clarified issues of aboriginal and equality rights ( no discrimination on the basis of race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion. sex. age, or mental and physical disability). He established the charter of rights and freedoms into the constitution, fought for universal healthcare, passed the Citizenship Act in 1977, which outlawed discrimination against members of racial or ethnic groups, and Introduced the official languages act. Also, a new immigration act was passed in 1978 which had three goals of promoting family reunion, upholding humanitarian values, and encouraging economic growth in Canada. Unlike, America, Canada is a "mosaic", where people form many ethnic groups live respecting each others cultures and participating in Canadian society.
Did the 15th Prime Minister of this nation succeed in making Canada a just society? In my opinion, he did succeed in making Canada a just society. Currently, multiculturalism is one of the proud accomplishment of Canada. People respect each others' cultures while living in one society, which, in my opinion makes the country to have more potential with the various people with different skills. Pierre Trudeau has certainly worked to make this country a home for everyone. Pierre Elliot Trudeau’s vision of a just society with reference to multiculturalism, rights and freedoms for all and bilingualism are evident in society today.
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