These, and other Chinese Canadians, are contributing to many professions. With the rapid economic development of the Pacific Rim, the Chinese Canadian community can play a vital role in building bridges between Canada and the Pacific Rim countries. Yet, behind these success stories, some Chinese are still experiencing difficulties, especially recent immigrants for whom language is a barrier. Many are taking jobs that are well below their education and professional level. A 1992 study by a social service agency found that recent Chinese immigrants have a higher than average unemployment rate in Ontario.
Equality is another issue.
Though Canada has the human rights code and multiculturalism policy, some Chinese Canadians still encounter difficulties in integrating into mainstream society. Although Canadian society has made great progress as a multicultural society, stereotyping and racism have not been completely eradicated. It portrayed Chinese citizens and immigrants as foreigners who took spaces away from Canadians in universities. This touched off a wave of protest by Chinese across Canada and marked a turning point in community consciousness within the traditionally quiet community. We have to overcome stereotyping and discrimination.