As the issue of the teacher in Chelsea who was released for wearing a hijab heats up here is an interesting comparison.
John Diefenbaker (former Prime Minister)
I am a Canadian, a free Canadian, free to speak without fear, free to worship God in my own way, free to stand for what I think right, free to oppose what I believe wrong, free to choose those who shall govern my country. This heritage of freedom I pledge to uphold for myself and all mankind. (July 1, 1960. From the Canadian Bill of Rights).
Erin O’Toole (Wannabe Prime Minister)
“We would never apply a bill like this on the federal jurisdiction…but it is a question for Quebec to decide.” (Global News 9 December 2021)
“I’ve also said that I will try and respect provincial jurisdiction and the competences of the provincial governments to make decisions like in the case of Quebec,” (Global News 9 December 2021)
Equal rights should mean for all Canadians in all provinces and territories. There shouldn’t be an asterisk that says * except in Quebec.
