Nova Scotia
6. International Relations
6.5 Sovereignty and Globalization
Chapter 6.5
Sovereignty and Globalization: Navigating National Identity in an Interconnected World
Explore how nations like Canada balance supreme self-governing authority with the demands of international agreements, multilateral institutions, and economic interdependence in the modern global era.
What You'll Learn
State sovereignty means supreme authority free from external interference.
Trade agreements like CUSMA constrain Canada's independent domestic policy-making.
Multilateralism requires pooling sovereignty to address shared global challenges.
Cultural and digital globalization threaten distinct national identities and values.
What You'll Practice
1
Students analyze how CUSMA and UN membership affect Canadian sovereignty.
2
Learners identify key terms like multilateralism, pooled sovereignty, and protectionism.
3
Questions test understanding of R2P, WTO disputes, and democratic deficit concepts.
Why This Matters
Understanding the tension between sovereignty and globalization equips students to critically analyze international agreements, foreign policy decisions, and the forces shaping national identity in an interconnected world.
This Unit Includes
Practice exercises
Learning resources
Skills
Sovereignty
Globalization
Multilateralism
Foreign Policy
Trade Agreements
NS Curriculum Aligned
