Hockey: The True Canadian Uniter Even If Hockey Canada on Thin Ice

Hockey Canada not respecting Zamboni stop; Zamboni’s still working

Rahman Mohamed

It’s true!  The Federal AND Provincial governments, the public, Canadian celebrities and large corporations actually agree on something (unsurprisingly it’s hockey).  Although the Toronto Blue Jays are in the post-season with home field advantage, first time since 2016, Hockey Canada is the centre of sports talk.

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The Queen in Canada: A Long and Valuable History

No bow needed

Rahman Mohamed

It’s touched the world. On September 8 Queen Elizabeth II passed away. Some have had individual interaction with the Queen. 15 Prime Ministers in UK had personal meetings after being voted in. To many she was a mother or grandmother. Worldwide she had a strong image, someone who could bring hope and peace. In Canada people had different view and she had a different meaning for many.

The Queen did visit Canada a lot (second only to UK). Autumn Phillips is part of the Royal family and is a Canadian,

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The Vote: How

The ballot and the X
Rahman Mohamed

Image result for election ballotVoting, participating in democracy, is seen as a civil right and duty for Canadians – you can vote and you should.  Canadians who can vote are expected to so democracy continues.  The question for many, not just first time voters: how do you vote?

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