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assimilationism
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as·sim·i·la·tion·ism  (-sm-lsh-nzm)
n.
A policy of furthering cultural or racial assimilation.

as·simi·lation·ist adj. & n.


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That's why factors like retention of Aboriginal languages, cultural practices, self determination, and respect for Elders is so important," said King "And that's why we have so much to do to repair the damage done by so many disruptive assimilationist practices in the past, such as cutting off children from their families at residential schools, or suppression of cultural practices that conflicted with European ideas," he added.
They were run with the same assimilationist intent and methods, and today neither the federal nor provincial governments are willing to accept responsibility for what happened," said Chartier.
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