For my first document, I decided to choose this picture as an identification of Canada because I believe it represents all of the qualities of a true Canadian. Being Canadians means to be diverse and multicultural. In Canada, everyone is equally treated with genuine respect and kindness, no matter if they were born here, or were travelling from somewhere else. This reflects my perspective of Canadian Identity because this picture shows that Canada is welcoming with open arms to whoever wants to experience and explore the amazing land that we call our home. In Canada, free social rights are given to people no matter skin colour, religion, or gender. All people are believed to be the same which means respect spreads throughout the country. I think that this resource was an accurate portrayal of Canadian Identity because all around our environment, people are kind, forgiving, and humble. No one is treated with any disrespect or shame. If I lived in the 1800’s, I wouldn’t believe there were any signs of multiculturalism in Canada. It used to be a place where superiority was common, and society showed multiple accounts of  racism. Canada has changed over the years with their policies and I’m glad they found a different way to welcome new communities into Canadian territory.

For my second document, I decided to choose this link to a website that explains the free rights of Canadians. I believe that it represents Canada because of how many rights are given to Canadians in the 20th century. In Canada, people are treated with fair amount of respect and loyalty. They never give anyone a certain reputation because of their skin colour, religion, gender or specific rights they believe in that differ from everyone else’s opinions in life. This link reflects my perspective of Canadian identity because it shows that everyone is the same, even if they are all different. Canada accepts everyone in all types of ways, and never makes anyone feel shameful of where they came from. I think that this resource was an accurate portrayal of Canadian Identity because our community is a home where everyone is welcome. Canada makes people feel safe, appreciated, and proud of where they live. If I lived in the 1800’s, I would believe that this regulation of Canada would never come true, or that it would not even become a possible solution to the terrible remarks society made about people who were different than the average community. Rights were given to people who stood up for their land and self rights out of courageousness and respect. Canada is brave, and people should be proud of their Canadian Identity. Being Canadian means… being diverse and welcoming.

http://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/acts/C-12.3/page-1.html