CANADA DAY 2012

Canadian Flags can be found everywhere. The red maple is such a symbol of Canadian culture.

We are celebrating 145 as a Nation even though the territories and provinces that make up Canada have been here since time began. What does it mean to be Canadian? As a sixth generation Canadian, it is my nationality. I have roots- English, Irish, Palentine German and way back Celtic. But Canada is what makes me so proud to be Canadian. A land of diversity, democracy, opportunities for higher education, a great health care system and protection by law of our vulnerable and weak are just some of the reasons we are a world class country. We do not mind having Americans as neighbours as our two nations have lived in peace and harmony except for that little glitch with The War of 1812! Could not want a better neighbour! It is on my bucket list to visit all my country's provinces and territorities. From coast to coast to coast- remember we do have 3- not land locked! We are not the largest nation- just number two but we do have the biggest, compassionate heart in the world! Happy Canada Day! Buon Fete Canada!