Interesting.
Okay, so I came across this email that was passed along to me and I decided to respond to it here. The e-mail said the following:----------- e mail ----------
Will we still be the Country of choice and still be Canada if we continue to make the changes forced on us by the people from other countries that came to live in Canada because it is the Country of Choice????
Think about it ... All I have to say is, when will they do something about MY RIGHTS?
I celebrate Christmas, but because it isn't celebrated by everyone, we can no longer say Merry Christmas. Now it has to be Season's Greetings.
It's not Christmas vacation, it's Winter Break. Isn't it amazing how this winter break ALWAYS occurs over the Christmas holiday?
We've gone so far the other way, bent over backwards to not offend anyone, that I am now being offended. But it seems that no one has a problem with that .
This says it all! This is an editorial written by a Canadian citizen, published in a Canadian newspaper. He did quite a job; didn't he?
Read on, please!
IMMIGRANTS, NOT CANADIANS, MUST ADAPT.
I'm tired of this nation worrying about whether we are offending some individual or their culture. I'm not against immigration, nor do I hold a grudge against anyone who is seeking a better life by coming to Canada. Our population is almost entirely made up of descendants of immigrants. However, there are a few things that those who have recently come to our country, and apparently some born here, need to understand. This idea of Canada being a multicultural community has served only to dilute our sovereignty and our national identity.
As Canadians, we have our own culture, our own society, our own language and our own lifestyle. This culture has been developed over centuries of struggles, trials, and victories by millions of men and women who have sought freedom. We speak ENGLISH, not Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Russian, or any other language. Therefore, if you wish
to become part of our society, learn the language!
We are Christians, not Buddists, Muslims or Islamics because Christian men and women, on Christian principles, founded this nation, and this is clearly documented. It is certainly appropriate to display it on the walls of our schools. If God offends you, then I suggest you consider another part of the world as your new home, because God is part of our culture.
If the Maple Leaf offends you, then you should seriously consider a move to another part of this planet. We are happy with our culture and have no desire to change, and we really don't care how you did things where you came from. This is OUR COUNTRY, our land, and our lifestyle. Our government gives every citizen the right to express his opinion and we will allow you every opportunity to do so. But once you are done complaining, whining,and griping about our flag, our pledge, our national motto, or our way of life, I highly encourage you take advantage of one other great Canadian freedom,THE RIGHT TO LEAVE.
If you agree-- pass this along; if you don't agree -- delete it!
I figure if we all keep passing this to our friends (and enemies) it will also, sooner or later get back to the complainers, lets all try.
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Okay...I think this person is a complete moron. I think that the Canadian culture is defined by having so many different cultures. I especially disagree with the part that says "We are Christians." To that, all I have to say is a big fuck off. Sorrie that other people dont agree with you, and I'm sorrie that not offending people is such a huge inconvience to you, but shut the hell up and suck it up. That is a Canadian thing to do, we accept everyone and allow everyone to do what they want. Yes, this is our country, and I am proudly Canadian, but it doesnt mean that EVERYONE has to do the same thing, and NO ONE should have to assimilate into someone elses culture just because they live there. How dare you tell people to throw away their beliefs and values to adopt ours? I find that to be an extremely american view. Now quit your whining you ethnocentric natzi, and let people live their lives the way they want.
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