Honorary Canadian Citizenship: Nelson Mandela Park Public School

Nelson Mandela Park Public School: The flags have been lowered to half-mast at Nelson Mandela Park Public School, which was renamed in his honour in 2001, according to CTV. Mandela and his wife, Graca Machel, attended the school's re-naming ceremony in 2001. He was also granted honorary Canadian citizenship during that same visit to Canada and As the world mourns the death of Nelson Mandela, Toronto residents are remembering the special connection between the former South African president and their city. Students and staff attended a special ceremony honouring the leader Friday morning. During the ceremony, principal Jason Kanderkery said it was important that the school continue to build on Mandela's "legacy of hope and purpose." (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.