Push Factors
What was the main push factor for Chinese citizens in China?
Poverty/Starvation/
Was Canada's economy good or bad at the time?
Good 👍
Were the Chinese being treated fairly in Canada?
NO! ❌
Was there an official government apology?
After French and English, what 2 languages are most-widely spoken in Canada?
Mandarin and Cantonese
What did poverty in China lead to? (2 correct answers)
Declining economy and population
What did Chinese men want by moving to Canada?
Employment
Because of the discrimination the Chinese faced, what were they not allowed to do?
They weren't allowed to work public jobs 😔
What are the Chinese people in Canada famously known for? (Name 2)
Winning lots of championships, and active in the sports field
What is a beloved art form in China?
Chinese Opera
When did the declining population and economy begin?
Mid 1800's
What did Canada offer to Chinese immigrants that was so enticing?
Immigration policies and campaigns.
How much was the original Head Tax, and what was it later increased to?
Started off at $50, later increased to $100-$500.
How many people of Chinese ancestry live in Canada now?
Over 1.3 million !! WOWIE!
1885
What countries were expanding their empires in China? (4 countries)
Britain, Germany, Japan, France
Why did Canada want Chinese immigrants (specifically men?)
They needed employment for building railways.
How many laws did Canada pass between 1878-1899 to restrict Chinese immigrants?
26 Laws
How much did each Chinese Head Tax survivor receive in compensation?
$20,000
What 5 Canadian cities do 85% of people with Chinese ancestry live in?
Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary, Edmonton
How many deaths did the famine in China bring?
20 million people
What resources did Canada have that was so desirable? (Name 5)
Forest, Fish, Land, Fur, Wood/Lumber
What percentage of Chinese immigrants got nationalized? (getting citizenship)
Less than 5%
How many years later was the government apology made?
23 years later
What year was the "Save Chinatown Committee" campaign launched in?
1969