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| Assimilate (front view), 2011, Acrylic on Pine, 36 in x 10 in x 1 in |
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| Assimilate (3/4 profile view), 2011, Acrylic on Pine, 36 in x 10 in x 1 in |
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| Assimilate (detail), 2011, Acrylic on Pine, 36 in x 10 in x 1 in |
It is an official looking sign that has the Government of Canada's font and graphics. Instead of saying Canada, it says Assimilate with the flag on the last letter. Multiculturalism is a hollow word. Only superficial diversity is desired in Canada, as I see it. Things get tense when you start to differ in more than your appearance and accent. It is hard to have a differing moral, ethical, religious and world view without the ever-present sentiment, "why don't you go back to where you came from?". Acceptance is conditional and often temporary.
