Tag: multiculturalism

Confronting our own racial bias fosters true multiculturalism

Canada is multicultural: it’s written into our laws, it’s touted worldwide as our strength, and it’s a way of life Canadians have embraced since it became official policy in 1988.  It should come naturally to us. The country was founded on a divided playing field, split between English Canadians,...

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Global cultures collide in Kingston

A vibrant and raucous celebration of Kingston’s culturally diverse communities took over Confederation Park last Sunday, with art, dance and food from around the world.   On Sept. 6, during one of the last truly warm days of the summer, the glistening lakeside was home to the sixth annual Kingston...

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Niqab ban undermines “tolerance”

Attempts to ban the niqab at Canadian citizenship ceremonies have shed light on the flawed values “multiculturalism” is based on. Prime Minister Stephen Harper has opposed the niqab being worn during these ceremonies, saying they’re not “transparent” and are “rooted in a culture that is anti-women”. Conservative...

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