Letters to the Editor
November 20, 2008 12:08 AM
Re: letters to the editor, Canada of 1900 is history, by Ismenia Silveira, Nov. 8, and Stand up for old Canada, Rick Upton. Nov. 1.
Remembrance Day has now passed for another year. A time when we reflect on the sacrifices of those who considered themselves true Canadians in a country they were proud of.
But where are we today?
Mr. Upton, a man I’ve never met to my knowledge, shares his feelings and pride of a Canada once known, to a Canada of today. It’s an opinion shared by many, as acknowledged by Ismenia Silveira, who out of ignorance labels Mr. Upton as being “racist” and having “hatred”.
Ms Silveira, you say that Canada is a place of tolerance, but aren’t your own comments a form of intolerance, prejudice and hate? Where is this tolerance you speak of if one cannot voice their concerns without being attacked or defamed with such malicious labels?
In no way do I believe Mr. Upton to be either of what you claim. Like many Canadians, he has shown great tolerance; but we must acknowledge that being tolerant does not mean being passive or that anything goes. I understand not everyone is able to distinguish the difference, but there is a difference.
We have a great country and I applaud his patriotism.
For you to suggest, Ms Silveira, that because something is history, it must be bad, is ridiculous. Fresh air and water are history, too.
D. Caterer
Stouffville