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Productivity in Canada, 2006.
This paper explores whether the productivity gap between Canada and the U.S. is a problem.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 5 sources, £ 44.95
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The paper explains that an analysis begins with a consideration of the nature of the gap, which is not as clear as it might be, given the methodological concerns that have been raised over certain measures of productivity and so over any comparisons that might be made with such data. The paper relates that recent analyses suggest that the productivity gap may be more illusion than reality and that the method used to calculate productivity in the two countries varies so that a useful comparison is not possible. In addition, it is not clear that any gap that might really emerge would be detrimental in itself.
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Is a Cell Phone Call Worth Your Life?, 2006.
This paper looks at the recent decision of the city of Montreal to ban cell phones in cars.
900 words (approx. 3.6 pages), 3 sources, £ 25.95
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The paper discusses how, although some may choose to disbelieve it, the grim reality is that anyone can become a casualty of a car accident precipitated by the careless use of cell phones by unthinking motorists. For instance, the New England Journal of Medicine revealed in a 1997 study that using a cell phone while driving increases the risk of a motor vehicle accident by four times compared to those periods when a driver is not using a cell phone.
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Decriminalization and Illegal Drug Use, 2006.
This paper examines the issue of drug decriminalization, indicating that it is not a solution to the drug addiction problem.
1,350 words (approx. 5.4 pages), 8 sources, £ 37.95
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The paper reveals that the decriminalization of drug abuse has not been so successful in other countries. Most Canadians favouring de-criminalization refer to cannabis or their own drug preferences, unaware of thousands of persons trapped in heroin and especially crack cocaine abuse and related criminality. Having laws against drug trafficking helps medical professionals to help the addict who wants to change his or her life, perhaps believing an addiction cannot be overcome. The paper provides comments on harm reduction, the need to help the addict and the ethics of keeping some drug laws in place towards this end.
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"Western countries have seen rising addiction to illegal drugs, related crime and overall harm to the public (Allen, 2005). This paper examines the issue of drug decriminalization, noting a number of arguments for and against, indicating that decriminalization is not a solution to the drug addiction problem. In addition to textual research, time was taken to visit two Toronto areas noted for addicts and related criminal activities. This allowed for observation of people whose entire lives are centred on drug abuse as helped to see defects in the arguments of those who recommend decriminalization."
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How Did Things Get This Bad?, 2006.
This paper discusses why aboriginal education in Canada faces many problems.
2,925 words (approx. 11.7 pages), 3 sources, £ 82.95
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The paper explains that it is well known that there are difficulties in Aboriginal education in Canada. For example, Aboriginal drop-out rates are very high compared to non-Aboriginals, while grade levels are comparatively low. This paper sets out to show that this difference can be traced to historical factors, as well as to social differences. As will be shown, it is necessary for educators to be mindful of historical factors and to attempt in their teaching to compensate for these factors, as well as to attempt to compensate for ongoing social factors.
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Women and Work in Canada, 2006.
A study of the conditions of women workers in Canadian factories.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 8 sources, £ 44.95
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This paper is a study of working conditions for women in Canadian factories, an important undertaking as it helps to identify the origins of economic freedom for women and to a lesser extent other minority groups such as the native Indian populations. This paper explores the rise of the industrialized factory setting and in doing so shall demonstrate that the increased need for unskilled labor created a demand for workers which in turn changed the perception of persons who were previously undesirable labor candidates into persons who were seen as a labor resource.
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California Nurse-Patient Ratio, 2006.
A review of the history of the mandatory nurse-patient ratio legislation in Canada.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 6 sources, £ 18.95
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This paper discusses how the nursing shortage and repercussions in nursing attrition and compromised patient care led to numerous attempts at forcing mandatory nurse-patient ratio legislation in California until finally, the bill was signed into law in 1999. This paper reviews the bill including the history and ramifications of the legislation and focuses on implications for the nursing profession and others.
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"In 1999, California became the first state in the union to impose mandatory nurse-patient ratios (Sabin, 2004; Wilson, 2004; Dumpel, 2005; Gedhill, 2005; "Hospitals struggle," 2005; Evans, 2006). The legislation requires that med-surg nurses would no longer be responsible for more than five or six patients each, during the phased in approach to the bill. According to research, the bill required that as of January 1, 2004, no more than six patients per nurse be assigned and that by January 1, 2005 the number be reduced to the assignment of no more than five patients per nurse (Sabin, 2004; Gedhill, 2005; "Hospitals struggle," 2005; Evans, 2006). Governor Gray Davis signed the California Staffing Ratio Law, AB 394 into law on October 10, 1999, although attempts to pass such legislation dated back to 1193 with the introduction of AB 1445 that was defeated (Dumpel, 2005). "
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Why Can't We Do It Now?, 2006.
A review of the question 'why not now' with respect to Canadian bureaucracy.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 0 sources, £ 18.95
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This paper discusses how it is often true that simple quotes can capture in a line or two the essence of people things or phenomena. In the case of the Canadian bureaucracy the quote at the top of the last page neatly captures the frustration of one prominent liberal cabinet member with the glacial slowness of Ottawa's multitudes of mandarins. With this in mind the following paper explores the meaning of the quotation and provide the writer's own support or lack thereof for the use of the quote by Reg Whitaker.
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"Why we can't do X or Y now. Or, why does it take six months, why can't it be done now?" It is often true that simple quotes can capture in a line or two the essence of people, things or phenomena. In the case of the Canadian bureaucracy, the quote at the top of the last page neatly captures the frustration of one prominent liberal cabinet member with the "glacial" slowness of Ottawa's "multitudes of mandarins".
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Hurricanes in Florida Report, 2006.
A review of a report regarding the viability of offering hurricane insurance coverage by the Gouge Insurance Company of Canada.
1,800 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 4 sources, £ 50.95
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This report addresses some specific issues put forward by the Gouge Insurance Company of Canada, which is considering getting into the business of Hurricane insurance in Florida. The company has specific area of interests that cover the nature of Hurricanes, the history of hurricanes in Florida, hurricane damage and preventive measures. The paper concludes with recommendations.
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Politics and the Mass Media, 2006.
A discussion reviewing the roots of voter apathy, focusing primarily on mass media.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 6 sources, £ 63.95
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This paper discusses how recent decades have seen an alarming decline in voter turn out and enthusiasm in Canada. The following paper explores this declension by looking at the contribution of the mass media to such an unhappy state of affairs. Particularly the paper looks at how the mass media, by which I mean newspapers and television, outlets focus upon superficial and trifling things while simultaneously perpetuating biases, most notably towards women that marginalize and ultimately alienate large groups of voters.
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How Will Climate Change Change Atlantic Canada?, 2006.
A discussion regarding Atlantic Canada and the unusual climatic changes.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 2 sources, £ 31.95
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This paper discusses how more and more scientists are now accepting that the world is undergoing unusual climate change. This paper examines the most important and likely ways that Atlantic Canada will be affected by climate change. The paper shows how climate change has the potential to have a devastating effect on the forests, farms and economy of Atlantic Canada. Natural Resources Canada reports that the latest analysis provided by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) provides more scientific proof that climate change really is happening.
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Canadian Studies: Hockey, 2006.
A discussion regarding the role of women in ice hockey.
2,025 words (approx. 8.1 pages), 0 sources, £ 57.95
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This paper discusses how ice hockey was once identified as a quintessentially Canadian sport and at the same time a key figure in the domain of masculine sports. However over recent years hockey has garnered strength as an international sport and has expanded its membership to include that of women. The paper further dicusses how att the 2006 Winter Olympic Games, the Canadian women's hockey team won gold whilst their male counterparts failed to reach the medal round. What relevance does this result have for Canada involvement in international competition, and what does it mean for the role of women in traditional male dominated sports?
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A Look at Banking Regulations, 2006.
A discussion regarding Canadian banking regulations and why they are necessary.
675 words (approx. 2.7 pages), 0 sources, £ 18.95
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This paper reviews the Canadian banking regulations. In particular, the paper explores what they are, when they started, why they exist and how they work. In the process of so doing, the paper shows that banking regulations in Canada serve a vital function even if they are generally misunderstood by the public.
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The Media and the Americanization of Canadian Culture, 2006.
A discussion regarding how Canadian culture is being Americanized.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 9 sources, £ 63.95
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The following assignment discusses the Americanization of Canada through the media. The paper argues that because American media products dominate in Canada, that Canadian culture is being Americanized. The argument looks at culture, symbolize, signs and the role of media.
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"There has been a great deal of debate on the effects of the media upon culture. Many researchers argue that the media is contributing to a process of cultural homogenization. For example, in "Ecumenical America" Orlando Patterson argues, The modern process of global cultural interaction has repeatedly been subjected to two criticisms. The first is that it threatens the diversity and particularism of the world's cultures, resulting in a deadening homogenization of the human cultural experience. The other is that this growing global uniformity results from the dominance of America's culture --that, in effect, global culture is nothing more than American cultural imperialism (Patterson 103)."
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Globalization and the Canadian Labour Market, 2006.
A review of the effect that globalization has had on the Canadian labour market.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 12 sources, £ 63.95
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This paper discusses how the Canadian labour market is currently experiencing a perfect storm of circumstances that is creating an environment conducive to some of the best employment data in decades. The paper further discusses how analysts point out that the low unemployment figures, between 4 and 5 percent, have fuelled housing related spending as well as benefited from the high prices of natural commodities where those industries have greatly expanded operations over the last 5 years. Yet, in spite of such strong economic support for continued employment strength, analysts are also quick to note that continued inflationary pressures combined with global market related factors related to competitive labour practices are sure to affect an overall increase in unemployment figures over the next several years
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