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Originally Posted by ken0042
I would say it would be better to rename it after somebody who fought for FN education in a way that was acceptable for everybody. Just having a read through some of the history, we could name it the "Shingwauk Bridge." Then when people asked who that was, we could say "Anishnaabe Leader Chief Shingwauk, also advocated for education of Aboriginal children, but an education that combined both Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal teachings. "
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http://wherearethechildren.ca/en/timeline/#5
(Interesting read, by the way.) |
This is so right. Naming the bridge "Reconcilliation Bridge" is stupid as many have pointed out. The name represents the easy way out. One could argue it was named after a report which is kind of like all those unenforceable treaties international governments sign about the environment or even trade. You can get out at any time.
A lasting name would have selected someone in the past who stood for something the city should enshrine.
Naming the bridge after a report is just silly.