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Nova Scotia and the Revolution, 2002.
Why Nova Scotia failed to join the American Revolution.
2,150 words (approx. 8.6 pages), 5 sources, £ 55.95
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This paper discusses why Nova Scotia failed to join the American Revolution. It discusses the social, political, economic, geographic, as well as religious factors that led to Nova Scotians' lack of attachment to revolutionary ideology in the colonies.
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Agricultural Economics and Nova Scotia, 2005.
This paper discusses agricultural economics and its effects on Nova Scotia.
2,250 words (approx. 9.0 pages), 8 sources, £ 61.95
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This is a historical geography paper for which gazetteer maps and figures were provided. The writer includes a look at Acadian settlement, post-U.S. Revolution and comparative material regarding Quebec, en route to the history of agriculture as it affected low industrialization in Nova Scotia. The writer also discusses some comparison with New Brunswick, NFLD and western provinces.
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"This paper reflects an interesting exercise in deducing changes in agriculture in what is now the Canadian province of Nova Scotia, from the mid-17th century establishment of a French settlement of Acadia that was annexed by the British in the later 18th century, on to the end of the 19th century. The approaches of Historical Geography allow understanding of longstanding patterns, and the importance of regional and local patterns of social, political, technological and market change, towards an ongoing place apart, in an unique Nova Scotia environment."
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Monetary Policy in Nova Scotia, 2006.
A review of the Bank of Canada's monetary policy in Nova Scotia and whether this policy is working.
1,575 words (approx. 6.3 pages), 3 sources, £ 42.95
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This paper reviews the role of the Bank of Canada in setting monetary policy and then looks at several factors in the economy of the province of Nova Scotia to determine whether the provincial economy is tracking with the national Canadian economy in term of growth, inflation pressures, and so on. The findings show that monetary policy if working.
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Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Confederation, 2002.
A discussion of whether Nova Scotia and New Brunswick were pressured, tricked and intimidated into joining Confederation against the will of most of their citizens or whether they joined willingly.
1,775 words (approx. 7.1 pages), 6 sources, £ 46.95
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This essay examines whether or not Nova Scotia and New Brunswick were intimidated into joining Confederation against the will of most of their citizens. The paper argues that Confederation was good for the two provinces, and that the leaders ultimately recognized this, but that the electorate had the decision imposed upon it.
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The Building of Fortress Louisbourg (Nova Scotia, Canada), 2000.
Looks at how the fortress was constructed as a result of a crisis in French colonial development (early 18th Century) and examines the building of it in terms of site selection, construction, military, social life, economy, and capture.
1,935 words (approx. 7.7 pages), 6 sources, £ 42.95
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"Louisbourg (Nova Scotia, Canada) was constructed as a result of a crisis in French colonial development. France possessed one of the largest colonial empires the world had ever seen. The French colonies stretched from India, the West Indies, into the heart of what is now Canada. France and England had been at war with minor interruptions from 1689-1713. Europe formed a coalition to resist France during the war of the Spanish Succession, which left France both militarily and financially exhausted. "
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Cumberland-Colchester, 2002.
A history and analysis of voting trends in the Cumberland-Colchester riding in Nova Scotia.
915 words (approx. 3.7 pages), 6 sources, MLA, £ 22.95
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This paper provides a brief insight into Cumberland-Colchester, a federal riding located at the Northern arm of Nova Scotia. In particular, it examines voting trends over the past 15 years, analyzing them in regard to other ridings and parties. It looks at how in rural areas like this where many generations of a family can live together in close proximity, as well as large groups of like minded religiosity, many stereotypes of voting practice can be found.
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"The Ethnic backgrounds of Nova Scotians in this area are very homogeneous. With all but 1,430 (2%) of the 81,805 people counted in the 1996 census (Statistics Canada, 1996) reporting English as their dominant language spoken. There are more people who speak non- official languages in Northern Nova Scotia than there are French speaking people (79,610 English(97%), 770 French(1%), and 1,185(1.5%) Non- Official Language speakers (Statistics Canada, 1996)). With such an obvious difference in the numbers for each demographic it is little wonder why some of the statistics for the history of the riding are true. The entire riding is mostly rural in nature, with Truro, Amherst, and Springhill being the few major towns of the area. None of the communities in Cumberland-Colchester are large enough to be considered cities. This might account for the lack of major industry in the area."
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The Loyalist Myth and Tradition in Canada, 2006.
This paper compares and contrasts the development of the Loyalist myth and tradition in Upper Canada, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia, and briefly sketches some of the myth's long-term influence on Canada.
1,806 words (approx. 7.2 pages), 8 sources, MLA, £ 40.95
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The paper first defines the words myth, tradition and legend. Resulting from the definitions, the writer states that the so-called myths surrounding the Loyalists should more correctly be labeled legend and tradition. The paper explains that when the Loyalist was extirpated from American soil for being un-American, the Loyalist, robbed of his identity, and forced to create a new one, insisted he was British. The writer explains the relationship between the Loyalist and Britain to be one of child to parent. The writer explains the development of the Loyalist legend, noting that the natural antipathy many Loyalists felt towards the Americans, mingled with feelings of superiority, always warred with the knowledge that America was, in fact, their true homeland. The writer posits that the delay in Canada attaining independence may also be traced to the Loyalist tradition because English Canadians always seemed nervous about cutting the ties between mother and child. The writer concludes that the Loyalist tradition, although muted, is still a force in Canadian life and that this can be seen in the fact that Canada still belongs to the British Commonwealth.
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"A historical myth can have several definitions. A useful one is that it is "a means of self-identification, deriving its justification from an ideological reinterpretation of the historical past." Here the key word is self-identification. When he was extirpated from American soil for being un-American, the Loyalist, robbed of his identity, and forced to create a new one, insisted he was British. But since he was not British, he had to define for himself a special relationship with Britain; the only one available to him was that of child to parent. Hence so many Loyalist references to the "mother country," and so long an interval before Canada gained independence. Even today the titular head of Canada is also from the "mother country."
"Because events had made him a loser, the Loyalist desperately needed to turn his defeat into victory. He especially needed to do so in those areas-such as New Brunswick and Upper Canada-which he had founded, because no nation can be born out of defeat. He did so by emphasizing his loyalty: loyalty to Britain, to the British Constitution, and to the monarchy. In fact, loyalty came to function "as the founding and integrating myth of the new society." Loyalty, however, was never focused on Canada but always on Britain. Two manifestations of the focus, at least up to the 1960s, were a Canadian national anthem and a flag both of which were British. "
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Biodegradable Shopping Bags, 2007.
An analysis of the market strengths, weakness, opportunities and threats for biodegradable shopping bags.
5,442 words (approx. 21.8 pages), 28 sources, APA, £ 92.95
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This paper discusses the market opportunities for biodegradable shopping bags in Nova Scotia. It analyses the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) of biodegradable bags, as well as reusable bags and plastic bags, in order to identify the key internal and external factors that need to be taken into consideration when analyzing where the biggest market opportunities lie. The paper includes the complete text of the proposed Bill 390 (which will prohibit the distribution of non-biodegradable plastic bags), as well as presentation slides for the information in the paper.
Table of Contents:
Introduction
Definition
Current Market Opportunities in Nova Scotia
Biodegradable Bag Manufacturers in Nova Scotia
SWOT Analysis for Biodegradable Bags
SWOT Analysis for Reusable Bags
SWOT Analysis for Plastic Bags
Laws and International Trends that Could Initiate a Market Shift
What is the State of the Debate in Canada?
Bans and International Trends
Conclusions
Recommendations
Appendices
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"Competition from reusable bags is another very real threat to the market for biodegradable bags since there is a risk that "with the sale of reusable bags, consumers could wean themselves off plastic bags altogether." As was mentioned in the Weaknesses section of this report, reusable bags are environmentally preferable to all disposable bag alternatives, including biodegradable bags; in addition, evidence suggests that reusable bags are actually becoming trendy while plastic bags are becoming unfashionable. A designer cloth bag proudly emblazoned with the words "I'm not a plastic bag" sold out the day it was released at Holt Renfrew stores across Canada and "those lucky enough to snag the $18 bag can now sell it on eBay for more than $150." Therefore, although biodegradable bags are different from conventional plastic bags, their similar appearance may decrease their social acceptability if these trends continue. Furthermore, "major lobby groups [such] as the Canadian Plastics Industry Association, the Canadian Council of Grocery Distributors and the Retail Council of Canada promote reduction and recycling over [biodegradable] plastic bags." "
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Joseph Howe Article 1865, 2008.
A review of the article "The Botheration Scheme" written by Joseph Howe in the "Halifax Morning Chronicle" in 1865.
822 words (approx. 3.3 pages), 3 sources, MLA, £ 20.95
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This paper examines an article written by Joseph Howe, "The Botheration Scheme", and discusses how the context of Howe's column, which argues strongly for Nova Scotia's continued self-rule, continued British sponsorship, and opposition to confederation, is a mirror on the debates raging in Nova Scotia and the rest of Canada at that time.
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"Howe's viewpoint was clear, but he had a more beneficent view of 10 Downing Street than many of his confreres at the Quebec Convention. Either because of geographic vicinity, or because of his successful efforts at the Court of St. James, Howe enjoyed the ear of British politicians and diplomats. Subsequent to the success of the Confederation, Howe took royal appointments, which required close collaboration with Great Britain. He also took a leading role in the building of a railway between Halifax and Windsor; since most funding for railway projects originated in London, one can be certain that Howe's good connections would also benefit there as well. "
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North American Commerce, 2006.
This paper examines the rich history of North America's economy as well as its constantly evolving and developing commerce, from its birth in 1776 to the present day.
1,407 words (approx. 5.6 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 32.95
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This paper opens by tracing the roots of America's commerce back to the Boston Tea Party. This paper details the manner in which the harbors on America's east coast accommodated both shipping and fishing from Nova Scotia to the Florida Straits. This paper delves into the booming economy on America's west coast which brought about the California Gold Rush and the fur trade which originated on the northwest. This paper examines the impact of various industries on America's growing economy including logging, agricultural and the railway system, which, by the 1880s connected the east and west coasts. This paper also focuses on North America's current natural resources and their contributions to the economy including natural gas, which is supplied primarily via Canada.
Table of Contents:
Exploiting the West
Today's Prospects
Political/Cultural Climate
References
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"The bases for antique economies on the North American continent are simple to define. They were economies of continuous expansion right up to the present, in many ways. Every schoolchild knows that the abundant rivers and rapids on the East Coast allowed the development of knitting mills and the clothing industry. As farmland grew more expensive, people moved westward. The Erie Canal, completed in 1825, linked the waters of Lake Erie (and the lands beyond the lake) and the Hudson River (and New York City, and the world) to the east. It opened up the nation west of the Appalachian Mountains, creating the midwestern breadbasket."
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Fingerprinting, 2004.
An analysis of the history of fingerprinting and its use today.
1,427 words (approx. 5.7 pages), 4 sources, MLA, £ 32.95
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This paper contends that the science of fingerprinting has been used for centuries in almost all areas of the world. From the prehistoric writing on hands in Nova Scotia to more than 46 million stored fingerprints in FBI files today, the history of fingerprinting is vast. The paper presents the history of fingerprinting and discusses how it has developed over the last several hundred years. The paper explores the development of technology in recording and comparing fingerprints. The paper states that, while fingerprint comparison has been challenged in the court systems because science has no proof that no two matches are alike, it is currently the best method for identification available.
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"Fingerprinting appears to have been an interesting topic even to prehistoric peoples of the world. In Nova Scotia, pictures of hands with ridge patterns on the palms and fingers were found painted on cave walls. In primeval Babylon, business transactions required fingerprints from those involved. Each person in the transaction placed a fingerprint on a clay tablet, according to ancient journals of the time. Even China, in ancient times, used thumb prints on clay seals (Meaney, 2003). It is obvious that even the ancient people of the world realized that fingerprints were different between different people. While they may not have realized their full potential, they did see at least limited use for the science."
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"The Map", 2005.
This paper discusses the poetic style of Elizabeth Bishop in her poem "The Map".
2,080 words (approx. 8.3 pages), 0 sources, £ 45.95
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This paper explains that Elizabeth Bishop, who died in 1979 and was one of the most honored poets of her time, illustrates the cold and frozen North of her Prince Edward Island, Newfoundland and Nova Scotia heritage in her poem "The Map". The author points out that parsing a poem is like dissecting a butterfly to see what makes it flutter: "The Map" is the poet's guide for our imagination; no more; no less. The paper relates that Bishop's physical frail frame expanded in her mind and captured the essence of a land about which she could only dream, but "The Map" is no romantic fantasy rather a shrewd, sparse, straightforward account of the land of the North.
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"Poets are, it must be argued, different from novelists or scientists or philosophers, who tend to try to surpass one another. Poets stand alone. They write what they see and what they feel. They owe no allegiance to history. Only the history of their own lives, as it invests their memories, as the Newfoundland landscape must have stirred memories in Elizabeth Bishop. Her voyages are in her poetry. Her ticket stubs are images, torn apart and repaired."
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Corporate Wellness Programs, 2005.
A discussion on Hershey Foods Inc.'s, "Fit For Life", corporate wellness program.
1,125 words (approx. 4.5 pages), 3 sources, £ 30.95
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This paper discusses corporate wellness programs, specifically the Hershey Foods Inc.'s "Fit For Life" Workforce Wellness Program. The paper describes how this service is offered to Hershey employees at the company's head office in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. The paper explains that the program includes access to the organization's on-site fitness center and indoor pool and that this service is also available to spouses of employees.
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"No matter how much a corporation invests in technology, equipment, or inventory, employees are an organization's most valuable asset. It is important for companies to provide employee programs and services that foster health and well-being. It makes sense for organizations to invest in employee education and resources, especially since absenteeism and sick time is on the rise. Recent studies show that organizations that provide wellness programs to staff members have also experienced increased employee job satisfaction, morale, and productivity."
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Canada's Economy, 2002.
Discusses the regionalism of the Canadian economy and the differences that exist between the provinces.
4,400 words (approx. 17.6 pages), 15 sources, £ 111.95
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In short, there are major differences between the economy in Nova Scotia, Ontario and, say, Saskatchewan. All provinces have historically different patterns of development, different opportunities for economic success and different expectations from 'Canada' as a whole. These differences pull at the thread that keeps the country together.
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