On Being Canadian
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Am I Canadian? (Suis-je canadienne?) Look. See the easy confidence of my tread? The echo of freedom, born and bred, Sounding in each footstep that I take Through peace and prosperity. See the breadth of my shoulders? Held erect by my pride They keep time with my stride. See the curve of my lips? As I walk through this world I smile at the strangers I pass And they smile back at me. See the clearness of my eyes? As I look to the future They reflect the hope and optimism Such a country has offered me. Am I a Canadian? You tell me. By Erynn Lennox,
Lorne Park Collegiate, Mississauga
Being Canadian
Being Canadian is: Worrying about taxes Being actually able to find other countries on the map Spelling words with our own distinctive flavour Appreciating the finer points of Curling Being able to sew our flag onto our belongings with pride Being equal, but different Understanding what "hoser" really means Knowing what the heck a Timbit is Trying to make peace, not war Eating Beaver Tails, mmmmm… Sitting through traffic jams that have no cause at all Living in a culturally diverse society Getting a French instruction manual for something that's completely in English Being yourself, no matter what anybody tells you Knowing the true colour of money Wearing a toque with style Being Canadian and damn proud of it Sara Astles
Lorne Park Collegiate, Mississauga |