Facebook Page: Solo Verse and Unity Peace

facebook page: In a video posted on his Facebook page, an emotional Pereira said he knows O Canada is revered and he wasn't intending to disrespect the anthem, the people of Canada, or "the people who have fallen for this country to be free." Pereira also said those who were offended by his "all lives matter" message should know that he not a racist. "I have a biracial daughter, grew up in a multicultural environment where my best friend was black, according to Hamilton Spectator. I grew up with friends from Laos, from Asia — people from all over the world," he said. "My intention was to bring unity and peace through loving one another. While singing a solo verse of the anthem, he changed the lyrics "With glowing hearts we see thee rise, the True North strong and free," to "We're all brothers and sisters, all lives matter to the great." He also held up a sign bearing the message "all lives matter" on one side and "united we stand" on the other, while standing alongside his fellow Tenors on the field. That has always been my message. It deserves to be heard. He also apologized directly to members of the Black Lives Matter movement. "I stand with you for your voice. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.