Despite Canada's multiculturalism policies,new immigrants are often given reasons why they may have difficulty finding employment.What is an example of assimilationist thinking behind employment advice given to new immigrants?
A) New immigrants are often told that they must be fluent in both official languages.
B) New immigrants are often told that they will not get jobs if they have children.
C) New immigrants are often told that they should join a particular political party to get a job.
D) New immigrants are often told that their names are too "foreign" and their dress is too "traditional."

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Choice D reflects assimilationist thinking as it suggests that new immigrants need to conform to dominant cultural norms in their appearance and naming practices in order to be more acceptable or employable in Canadian society. This reinforces the idea that there is only one way to fit in or succeed in Canada, rather than valuing and celebrating the diversity of cultures and backgrounds that new immigrants bring.

Despite Canada's Multiculturalism Policies,new Immigrants Are Often Given Reasons Why