Canada Issues New Guidelines...

...for immigrants:

Leave 'hateful prejudices' at home

"New Canadians are now being told explicitly that forced marriages aren't allowed, same-sex marriages are and newcomers from war-torn countries should leave their "violent, extreme, or hateful prejudices" at the door."

According to Kenney's statement, the changes to the Discover Canada guide include:

- A new pullout box called Becoming Canadian which emphasizes that a newcomer has a responsibility to embrace Canadian democratic principles and that past experiences in warfare or conflict do not justify bringing violent, extreme or hateful prejudices to Canada;

- Recognition that gay and lesbian Canadians enjoy the full protection of and equal treatment under the law, including access to civil marriage;

- The addition of forced marriage among the practices that are not tolerated in Canada;

- Additions to the section on the War of 1812, which celebrates its bicentennial next year. The section has been expanded to include more context on the conflict and its importance in shaping Canada;

- A revamped Modern Canada section including new headings, more content about trade and economic growth, and more examples of Canada's outstanding cultural figures.

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