Racial stereotyping contributes to institutionalized racism. In that, racial perceives certain populations negatively; for instance, the citizen of African and Hispanic Ethnicity is perceived to be more active in supporting their needs through illegal activities than working legitimately hard. In the long run, it leads to institutionalized racism where the minority populations are given employment opportunities which deserve less-skilled qualifications. On the other hand, their white counterparts are perceived as more competent; as a result, they are often working as leaders and employees who can handle complex skills. There are multiple social determinants which impact the health of Canadian citizens; the social structure is the first health determinant, and it is vital because it indicates the availability or the ease of accessing social needs and other essential resources by the masses. Populations that are victims of racial stereotyping are often isolated; as a result, they cannot access services as their racial majorities.
In Canada, racial difference determines the quality of work and different basic social environments. In a bid o ensure the well-being of the society, employment environments must be conducive following the employees’ psychological, physical, and socialization needs. What is more, the appropriate social structure ensures equality and lack of discrimination in a relationship that involves two or more people. However, consistent cases of illness and poor health indicate that the respective group of people has been deprived of the necessary materials and social assets. And it means that essential social strategies should be implemented for a healthier society. One example of racial stereotyping that is common is the daily life is the belief that the citizens with the African or Hispanic ethnicity are lazy and often involved in illegal activities. Another form of racial stereotyping is a general belief that whites are more disciplined, hard workers and morally upright.
There are various solutions to racial stereotyping. First of all, racial stereotyping leads to the marginalization of minority populations, and this increases social disparity. The structural-functionalist theory can be used to explain the extensive social disparity in Canada. According to the structural-functionalist theory, society is normally composed of parts that work together to maintain a state of balance. From the structural-functionalist theory perspective, everyone plays an important role in the success and sustainability of society. Since everyone has a role in society, equally should be fostered at all times by abolishing racial stereotyping. Despite that, social development is impacted by social disorganization and social pathology; for instance, in Canada, minority populations do not receive equal services like their majority counterparts. And this means that they cannot be productive to their maximum potential. For Canada to develop beyond its current state, equality should foster at all times by abolishing racial-based stereotyping.