Penser l'amenagement de la diversite ethnoculturelle au Quebec: mythes, limites et possibles de l'interculturalisme

In: Politique et sociétés, Band 29, Heft 1, S. 145-180

Abstract

Interculturalism has been praised for some time, particularly in Quebec, as a better model of ethnocultural diversity management. Though it is said to be more inclusive & respectful of ethnocultural minority claims, it does little to curb the sociocultural hegemony of Eurodescendant majorities. It fails as a result both to renew democracy & develop the foundations of a more generous & open citizenship. On the basis of a critical examination of the main tenets of interculturalist discourse, this paper proposes a theoretical & normative critique toward an alternative conception of the restrictive social philosophy that currently informs the management of ethnocultural diversity in Quebec. Adapted from the source document.