Opinion: Same sex marriage ruling spurs mixed public reaction
A reader argues the Ontario lower court ruling allowing same sex marriage and Canada’s failure to appeal will not harm society. The writer says the decision should matter only to affected couples and that it advances equality and inclusion, despite unresolved public dissent.
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Graduation rituals through the ages and prairie customs
The piece traces graduation from medieval monk origins to modern ceremonies. It notes English roots, cap and gown symbolism, tassel rituals, and regional variations such as gowns for girls and tuxedos for boys on the Prairies.
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The evolution of diplomas from sheepskin to parchment
A community note traces how diplomas evolved from hand written sheepskin ties to parchment, with leather binders still used by some schools. It explains valedictorian selection, speech traditions, and how kindergarten to Grade 12 milestones mark transitions to senior high and future paths.
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