Michael Zwaagstra: Public Schools Should Remain Neutral on Gender Identity and Other Controversial Issues

Police stand between protesters opposed to gender diversity in schools and counter-protesters in Halifax on Sept. 20, 2023. The Canadian Press/Darren Calabrese

Commentary

Canadians do not all agree on everything. If they did, there would be no need for different political parties, or elections for that matter. In reality, Canada is a diverse country composed of people with different beliefs, values, and preferences, which means we must be judicious and balanced when we interact with our friends, neighbours, and coworkers who hold different opinions from us.