Canadians: American Society and Donald Trump

canadians: But the job of a pollster often involves confronting social myths with inconvenient data, according to CBC. The fact is, though this high-minded view of Canada may be comforting to many, it not entirely accurate. These images no doubt reinforced the impression that many Canadians have of their country: That it a welcoming land of enormous generosity that celebrates the diverse cultures and languages arriving at her door — unlike our neighbour to the south that produced the venomous Donald Trump and seeks to integrate newcomers into a homogenous "American" society. A new study the Angus Reid Institute conducted in partnership with CBC reveals a slightly different portrait of Canadians than that of our national myth. Canadians want minorities to do more to 'fit in'The new two solitudes: 'Alberta and the rest of Canada'Majority of Quebecers believe question of independence is settled On immigration, the vast majority of Canadians prefer a policy that will enhance our economic prosperity over one that emphasizes the needs of people in crisis around the world. More from the Angus Reid Institute/CBC poll on the values, beliefs and priorities of Canadians. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.