As Truth and Reconciliation Day rolled around this week, Canadians are urged to reflect on the darker chapters of their country’s past. What began as a day to honor the experiences of Indigenous people and reflect on Canada’s colonial past has increasingly been used as a vehicle to vilify white Canadians and erase elements of Canadian history. But this narrative of blame doesn’t seem to end with conversations about the past. Rather, it’s seeping into our current culture, where acts of hatred against certain groups are being ignored—or even celebrated.

Over 100 churches, many of them Catholic, have been burned or vandalized in recent years. These churches, often located in Indigenous communities, are sacred spaces for thousands of Canadians. Yet, the media coverage of these incidents has been muted, with little to no condemnation from politicians. In contrast, other hate crimes—rightfully—receive widespread attention and outrage. Why is the destruction of Christian places of worship not given the same treatment?

Another pattern that has surfaced is the toppling and desecration of statues of prominent Canadian figures like Sir John A. Macdonald and Egerton Ryerson. These men played pivotal roles in the formation of Canada, yet their legacies are being systematically erased in the name of reconciliation.  Criminal antifa activists and city workers in Canada both seem to agree that statues of Sir John A. MacDonald should be taken down.

Critics argue that these actions do little to foster genuine reconciliation and instead sow division. Reconciliation, by definition, implies the restoration of friendly relations. But how can friendly relations be restored when history is oversimplified, and one group is constantly demonized? Many Canadians, particularly those of European descent, are left feeling vilified, not just for the actions of their ancestors, but for daring to be proud of their country’s achievements.

Politicians and media pundits seem to accept, if not support, these actions, which clearly target white, Christian, and patriotic Canadians. This selective outrage raises the question: is hatred towards certain groups not only tolerated but encouraged in Canada today? While anti-Semitism, Islamophobia, and racism against minority groups are rightfully condemned, there seems to be a growing trend that paints all white Canadians as colonizers, responsible for the sins of the past. This view is not only divisive but dangerous.

The Canadian Anti-Hate Network, for instance, focuses almost exclusively on the far right, often ignoring the rise of far-left extremism. This unbalanced focus leads to a broader societal issue—hatred toward certain groups. Hatred toward White Canadians, Christians, and those who express patriotic sentiments is often downplayed or excused. The media, which is quick to decry racism against ethnic minorities, appears reluctant to acknowledge this rising tide of resentment.

In this climate, questioning the prevailing narrative is increasingly dangerous. Those who express dissent, even Indigenous voices sympathetic to different interpretations of history, risk being smeared as “deniers” or far-right extremists. The introduction of laws like Bill C-63 and Bill C-413 which would criminalize so-called residential school denialism, further tightens the noose around free speech in Canada.

So, are certain forms of hatred acceptable in Canada? Judging by the political and media response to church burnings, statue desecrations, and the broader attacks on Canadian symbols of history and Christianity, the answer seems to be a resounding yes. Hatred against white Canadians, Christian Canadians, and patriotic Canadians is not only tolerated but, in many cases, encouraged by those in power.

And as long as this selective outrage continues, true reconciliation and unity in Canada will remain out of reach. We must rise up and demand better from both our government and our media. To do this I have created SaveFreeSpeech.ca. It is a place where Canadian patriots can become informed about threats to our fundamental rights and freedoms. But more to the point, it provides a means to get involved and defend our liberty. 

You can learn all about the dangers of Bill C-63 on our site and please consider donating to our upcoming documentary. Remember, as it is often said “The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men should do nothing.”  

WATCH Greg Wycliffe’s interpretation of Canada’s acceptable form of hatred in the context of Truth and Reconciliation Day.