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Canadian Identity and Culture

A debate on Canadian identity and culture. An Independent MP noted the importance of culture in shaping identity, but raised concerns about web giants disrupting traditional cultural industries. The Liberal government boasted about spending over $700 million on cultural programs, arguing this is needed for a strong and sovereign Canada. Culture apparently now means taxpayer-funded arts and state shaping of national identity.

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Alexandre Boulerice

Independent
“I want the government to make TV shows and web sites show more of my favorite things.”
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