Often only one or two materials from a series is creditable for the resource collection. The integrity of a people's history, identity, and culture can be distorted or even lost when aspects of regional uniqueness are borrowed for purposes other than their customary ones. Portrayal of Cultural Interactions Canadian society is made up of diverse peoples with a variety of cultural backgrounds. Each group has a unique way of learning about and dealing with daily life. Individuals may vary in levels of awareness of their own, and adopted cultural perspectives.
All groups influence one another to a greater or lesser degree.
A society is based on the interdependence of different groups. Their accomplishments, though unique, rarely occur in isolation. These are often the result of many factors, including interaction with others. All peoples' achievements should be considered from the point of view of exchange and interaction. The context within which achievements are defined can alter perception of their true significance.