[Jayems]

Originally Posted by TheCommodoreAfro

Interesting theory, but I think that if you have spent 10, 20 or 30 years when you move to another country you should try to fit in. Unfortunately, it's just not that easy.

See, I live in Japan. I speak the language, but know some people who don't, mostly because it isn't necessary for them. Now since I have come to Japan to work, live and raise my daughter, does that mean that I have to stop watching hockey as I live in Japan? Does it mean that I should not celebrate Christmas like I would back home? Just where do you stop demanding?

Like it or not, those Sudanese people have their own culture, they have come to Canada to make a better life for themselves and the pinnacle of freedom is being able to come here, live life and celebrate their customs it in a manner that makes them happy. If they don't want to learn English, fine - it will limit their chances but they may be fine with the opportunity they are given. When you start trying to force people to fit in, that's when problems arise - and a far greater problem than simple "he's doesn't speak my language so he's less of a Canadian than I am".

Well put.