Topic > Multiculturalism by Maclure and Taylor - 1191

Canada is known for its diversity and multiculturalism where it ensures that all citizens are able to maintain their identity and take pride in their ancestral roots regardless of where they come from and to what religion are affiliated. They encourage racial and ethnic harmony and cross-cultural understanding. Because multiculturalism is such an important part of Canadian identity, people cannot be deprived of the right to freely practice their religion, especially if they claim to value individual identity. However, although the above is what Canada strives to uphold, in reality it is not achieved. For example, if everyone were free to practice their religion as they wish in public, conflicts would arise in society as everyone might believe that their religion is superior to others. So, to ensure peace among us, the government must regulate how people practice their religion, at least in public