Official Statement of Multiculturalism

From the House of Commons, 1971

"It was the view of the Royal Commission (Royal Commission on Bilingualism and biculturalism) shared by the government and, I am sure by all Canadians, that there cannot be one cultural policy for Canadians of British and French origin, another for the original people and yet another for all others. For although there are two official languages, there is no official culture, nor does any ethnic group take precedence over any other, no citizen or group of citizens is other than Canadian, and all should be treated fairly."

Trudeau

This quote is on display on a peculiar statue in front of Union Station. I recommend everyone go and read it-- we cannot be reminded often enough.