The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation was a new federal statutory holiday, assented to by Parliament, on June 3, 2021, to be observed on September 30 each year. It was introduced in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's call for action..Sadly, the virtue-signalling prime minister said, "Right now, with denialism sadly on the rise, uncovering the whole truth is more important than ever.".However, the “whole truth” never stood in his way to demonize thousands of Canadians, and piling on the “guilty” accusation against Canadian society. Trudeau was partisan-political — so distasteful and inappropriate. He tried to make the day about himself and his political advantage..In contrast, the classy Poilievre comment was about making the day all about indigenous people. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said the event is "a very special day for all Canadians to reflect on the wrongs of the past, to promote reconciliation and to honour the first peoples from coast to coast to coast.".Given the commemoration, it should not be a day for everyone to hang their head. It must be about celebrating positive change and accomplishment..The main talk should be about actions that are being put in place, so that first-nation children have the same advantage as other children. Reconciliation must be about concrete plans and accomplishments for a better future..Instead of the mixed media coverage about the day, there should be an emphasis on topics such as what events are happening to ensure that indigenous children are not exposed to inter-generational poverty and family violence..Celebrate what is being done to ensure that every indigenous child has an opportunity for a good education. Recognize the programs across the country that adequately respond to the First Nations people who find themselves living on the streets of the inner cities of Canada. The special day must be about action to build a better tomorrow, by learning from the past and not being stuck living in that past..Gov. Gen. Mary Simon said Canada's education system could place greater emphasis on indigenous history and languages. Closing the gaps between indigenous and non-indigenous communities in terms of health care and education requires work and cooperation. While not denying the past, energies must be forward-looking..In a statement, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh also got it wrong. He said the day was an opportunity for Canadians to learn and reflect on the past.."Only by confronting this history can we commit to a future where all children can prosper." His backward-looking notions are mired in guilt and do not help anyone or lift anyone up..Canadians are not in denial, but are looking to both first nations and government to lead into concrete positive accomplishment..This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation was a new federal statutory holiday, assented to by Parliament, on June 3, 2021, to be observed on September 30 each year. It was introduced in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's call for action..Sadly, the virtue-signalling prime minister said, "Right now, with denialism sadly on the rise, uncovering the whole truth is more important than ever.".However, the “whole truth” never stood in his way to demonize thousands of Canadians, and piling on the “guilty” accusation against Canadian society. Trudeau was partisan-political — so distasteful and inappropriate. He tried to make the day about himself and his political advantage..In contrast, the classy Poilievre comment was about making the day all about indigenous people. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said the event is "a very special day for all Canadians to reflect on the wrongs of the past, to promote reconciliation and to honour the first peoples from coast to coast to coast.".Given the commemoration, it should not be a day for everyone to hang their head. It must be about celebrating positive change and accomplishment..The main talk should be about actions that are being put in place, so that first-nation children have the same advantage as other children. Reconciliation must be about concrete plans and accomplishments for a better future..Instead of the mixed media coverage about the day, there should be an emphasis on topics such as what events are happening to ensure that indigenous children are not exposed to inter-generational poverty and family violence..Celebrate what is being done to ensure that every indigenous child has an opportunity for a good education. Recognize the programs across the country that adequately respond to the First Nations people who find themselves living on the streets of the inner cities of Canada. The special day must be about action to build a better tomorrow, by learning from the past and not being stuck living in that past..Gov. Gen. Mary Simon said Canada's education system could place greater emphasis on indigenous history and languages. Closing the gaps between indigenous and non-indigenous communities in terms of health care and education requires work and cooperation. While not denying the past, energies must be forward-looking..In a statement, NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh also got it wrong. He said the day was an opportunity for Canadians to learn and reflect on the past.."Only by confronting this history can we commit to a future where all children can prosper." His backward-looking notions are mired in guilt and do not help anyone or lift anyone up..Canadians are not in denial, but are looking to both first nations and government to lead into concrete positive accomplishment..This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.