Like most things in life, we must always consider the intent and not the delivery. I am very proud to be a part of UFV and appreciate the extreme efforts that it has taken to bring another form of education to the masses. This is about our education, as a society, as well as your education, as a student. Everyone gets a bonus class in Canadian History, if they choose to take it.

I grew up in Mission. I played fastball at the field behind St. Mary's. I had no idea of the history or intent of the school. My family, my community never spoke of the atrocities or the ramifications for the "students". I grew up thinking, "wow, a school just for the Indian kids." How messed up is that? But I knew what I was taught, and that was nothing.

We need to teach our kids the truth. We need to learn the truth and consequence, first. Sometimes we need a hard push to get out of our comfort zones.

This is our push.