Story Stretches and Sir John

sir: Canada's story stretches back long before Confederation, to the first people who worked, loved, and built their lives here, and to those who came here centuries later in search of a better life for their families, according to The Chronicle Herald. In 1867, the vision of Sir George-Etienne Cartier and Sir John A. Macdonald, among others, gave rise to Confederation an early union, and one of the moments that have come to define Canada. We come together as Canadians to celebrate the achievements of our great country, reflect on our past and present, and look boldly toward our future. In the 150 years since, we have continued to grow and define ourselves as a country. These moments, and many others, shaped Canada into the extraordinary country it is today prosperous, generous and proud. We fought valiantly in two world wars, built the infrastructure that would connect us, and enshrined our dearest values equality, diversity, freedom of the individual and two official languages in the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.