Sankofa Square？ Canadian history is being erased
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Summary
Our identity is built on the foundation laid by our Anglo-French founders. From Sir John A. MacDonald's vision to the legacy of the United Empire Loyalists, our heritage is what makes us truly Canadian. But today, our history is under attack. Across the country, they're trying to erase our story, renaming streets like Dundas, removing plaques, and even removing statues that honour Canadians that built this nation.
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Discussions on renaming Dundas Street and the square began in 2020.
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The city of Toronto is celebrating the grand opening of Sankofa Square.
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Did you know that Canada's unique identity is built on the foundation laid by our Anglo and Franco founders?
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From Sir John A. MacDonald's vision to the legacy of the United Empire Loyalists,
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Across the country, they're trying to erase our story,
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renaming streets like Dundas, removing plaques,
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even before this statue of Sir John A. Macdonald was in a box.
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Why do these institutions remove things that honor Canadians that built this nation?
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The significance of the word Sankofa from the Akan language of Ghana,
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And people are going to be getting it tomorrow, aren't they?
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It's about erasing the values, sacrifices, and achievements that define who we are.
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That's why the Dominion Society of Canada is here.
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To organize, advocate, and protect what makes Canada, Canada.
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We believe our history and identity are worth preserving, not rewriting.
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If you agree, join us and become a member at DominionSociety.ca and help us keep Canada's heritage alive for future generations.