All Things Canadian Are Now Regional

Abstract

The process of national integration in Canada, it seems, is being brought to a halt. At a time when the economic consequences of globalization and neo-conservative policies are redefining how Canadian regions relate to one another, national political institutions are in a state of disrepair and are no longer in a position to promote national political integration. This will serve to weaken the central or federal government in the years ahead. Moreover, it will no longer be able to rely on its traditional supporters, notably the four Atlantic provinces, to claim a strong role for itself in the federation. The question to be addressed is that of how Canada can continue to function as a national union, as we come to terms with the fact that all things Canadian will increasingly become regional.