Writing about the governmental fostered destruction of first nation peoples and culture inside Canada.
"Learning about our past won’t change it, but mandating indigenous history in our school systems is a good start. Without an honest dialogue and recognition of this history, we will hide behind a comfortable ignorance. My hope is that on July 1, Canadians who raise their flag high in celebration will also take a minute to reflect on the loss many have faced along the way."
Please take the time to read here heartfelt and important essay in the New York Times.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/30/opinion/canadas-hidden-history-my-mother-and-me.html
"Learning about our past won’t change it, but mandating indigenous history in our school systems is a good start. Without an honest dialogue and recognition of this history, we will hide behind a comfortable ignorance. My hope is that on July 1, Canadians who raise their flag high in celebration will also take a minute to reflect on the loss many have faced along the way."
Please take the time to read here heartfelt and important essay in the New York Times.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/06/30/opinion/canadas-hidden-history-my-mother-and-me.html