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Course Title: ManagerialCommunication and

Etiquettes Learning Facilitator: Mr. Rahul

Sharma

Group Members:

Abnish Katwal Aditya Asthana

Amit Kumar Harpreet Matharu Krit Kumar Verma Prachy jain Prateek Prakash Rohit Jain

CANADA-LandofDifferentCultures

Group- 7

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INTRODUCTIONCanada is a country occupying most of northern

North America

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It is the world's second largest country bytotal area.

Canada became a self-governing dominion in

1867. Economically and technologically the nation

has developed in parallel with the US.

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Social and Cultural Values

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Social and Cultural Values

Values-human rights, democracy, respect for

diversity, gender equality. A multicultural society.

Community-oriented Canadians.

Culturally diverse nation Individualistic in terms of their basic cultural

traits.

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Cultural Values Canadian culture is an umbrella term that encompasses the

artistic, musical, literary, culinary, political and social elements thatare representative of Canada, not only to its own population, but topeople all over the world.

Over time, elements of the cultures of Canada's Aboriginal peoplesand immigrant populations have become incorporated intomainstream Canadian culture.

It has also been strongly influenced by that of its linguistic,economic, and cultural neighbour the United States.

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Business Etiquettes & Protocols

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Business Etiquettes andprotocols

Business people begin relationships in a reservedmanner.

Handshake accompanied by direct eye contact and asincere smile.

Expect others to adhere to the proper protocol for anygiven situation.

Honorific titles and surnames are usually not used.

Business cards are exchanged after the initialintroduction.

Always use the formal pronoun "vous" (you) whenspeaking to someone.

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NATIONAL &PUBLIC HOLIDAYSHoliday Date

New Year's Day 1 Jan.

Valentine's Day*14 Feb.

St Patrick's Day*

17 Mar.

Good FridayVariable (April-May)

Easter Monday Variable (April-May)

Mother's DaySecond Sunday in May

Victoria DayMonday preceding 24 May

Father's Day Third Sunday in June

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Holiday Date

Canada Day 1 JulyCivic Holiday First Monday in August

Labour Day First Monday in September

Thanksgiving Second Monday in October

Halloween* 31 Oct.

Remembrance Day 11 Nov.

Christmas Day 25 Dec.

Boxing Day 26 Dec.

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Currency

The Canadian dollar denoted by CAD or C, is the official currencyof Canada. 1 CAD dollar = 0.93 US$.

Canadians use coins and bills of denominations similar to those ofthe United States currency.

The Royal Canadian Mint issues Canadian coins while the Bank ofCanada issues bills.

The word "loonie" is used to distinguish the Canadian dollar fromother currencies.

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Values

Human security

Environmental sustainability and prosperity

Peacekeeping and governance participation

Human rights and dispute settlement

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Dress

Etiquettes MEN-Dark conservative business suit with tie

,Conservative colors of navy, gray, and shirts in

white and light blue.

WOMEN- conservative business suit or dress.Navy, gray, ivory, and white are the basics towork with.

New or trendy clothing is a poor choice. Older,classic clothing that is clean and neat is morevalued.

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Languages

Official languages English(59.7%) andFrench(23.2%)

Minority languages Chinese(2.6%),Punjabi(0.8%),Spanish(0.7%),

Italian(0.6%)

Arabic(0.5%)

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Food Habits

Much of Canadas regional food traces its roots to

aboriginal cuisine.

Canadian cuisine reflects a vast

multi-cultural heritage. Fish and seafood products are widely preferred.

Frozen meals are a quick solution for many busy

Canadians. Breakfast on fresh croissants, lunch on

Vietnamese noodles, and dine on Alberta beef.

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Consumption of various food types

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Meeting Etiquettes

Canadians begin meetings with a minimalamount of small talk.

Meetings are well-organized and adhereto time schedules.

Tend to be informal and relaxed.

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Weather/Climate

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Weather/Climate

The temperature varies from 35 degree Celsius in thesummer to -25 degrees Celsius during winter.

Temperature and precipitation differ depending on whereyou are and what time of year it is. The warmest months are July and August. The coldest months are December, January and

February with heavy rainfall.

Western and south-eastern Canada experience highrainfall, but the Prairies are dry with 250 mm to 500 mmof rain every year.

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Religion

The predominant religions in Canada are Catholic

42% and Christian 40%.

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Work culture

Individualism is majority of canadian.

Power distance is low as compared to aworld.

Provide equality to Masculinity as well asfeminity.

Canadians are short term orientation.

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PROPOSED SET UP OF RESTAURANT

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PROPOSED MENUINDIAN, CONTINENTAL

& SEA FOOD

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Thank You

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