Treat The Flag With Respect
Public_Domain @ Fri May 02, 2008 4:17 pm
Benoit @ Fri May 02, 2008 4:25 pm
Pimpbrewski Pimpbrewski:
To start, I certainly respect our Canadian flag.
It is not simply just a piece of ''rag'', as some might suggest. And by the way, the Canadian flag, also the provincial flags, should be the only ones flown or displayed in this country.
As for some ''true'' Canadians, it is a matter of pride.
People, at the very least, should show some courtesy and be respectful. That is civility after all.
It is not simply just a piece of ''rag'', as some might suggest. And by the way, the Canadian flag, also the provincial flags, should be the only ones flown or displayed in this country.
As for some ''true'' Canadians, it is a matter of pride.
People, at the very least, should show some courtesy and be respectful. That is civility after all. A civil society exists when people have the right not to be overly nationalist.
Public_Domain @ Fri May 02, 2008 4:30 pm
Benoit @ Fri May 02, 2008 4:34 pm
Mr_Canada Mr_Canada:
Benoit Benoit:
Pimpbrewski Pimpbrewski:
To start, I certainly respect our Canadian flag.
It is not simply just a piece of ''rag'', as some might suggest. And by the way, the Canadian flag, also the provincial flags, should be the only ones flown or displayed in this country.
As for some ''true'' Canadians, it is a matter of pride. People, at the very least, should show some courtesy and be respectful. That is civility after all.
It is not simply just a piece of ''rag'', as some might suggest. And by the way, the Canadian flag, also the provincial flags, should be the only ones flown or displayed in this country.
As for some ''true'' Canadians, it is a matter of pride.
People, at the very least, should show some courtesy and be respectful. That is civility after all. A civil society exists when people have the right not to be overly nationalist.
But what we ask of you is at least a grain of respect for the country you live in.
That is all. We don't demand, we just request you not disrespect it.
Like I said. If you aren't going to take care of the flag, then just don't fly it.
The Poulin are showing their respect of Canada by exterminating pest.
Public_Domain @ Fri May 02, 2008 4:44 pm
Benoit @ Fri May 02, 2008 4:56 pm
Mr_Canada Mr_Canada:
Benoit Benoit:
Mr_Canada Mr_Canada:
Benoit Benoit:
Pimpbrewski Pimpbrewski:
To start, I certainly respect our Canadian flag.
It is not simply just a piece of ''rag'', as some might suggest. And by the way, the Canadian flag, also the provincial flags, should be the only ones flown or displayed in this country.
As for some ''true'' Canadians, it is a matter of pride. People, at the very least, should show some courtesy and be respectful. That is civility after all.
It is not simply just a piece of ''rag'', as some might suggest. And by the way, the Canadian flag, also the provincial flags, should be the only ones flown or displayed in this country.
As for some ''true'' Canadians, it is a matter of pride.
People, at the very least, should show some courtesy and be respectful. That is civility after all. A civil society exists when people have the right not to be overly nationalist.
But what we ask of you is at least a grain of respect for the country you live in.
That is all. We don't demand, we just request you not disrespect it.
Like I said. If you aren't going to take care of the flag, then just don't fly it.
The Poulin are showing their respect of Canada by exterminating pest.
Alright. So what? So because they decided to go into a Pesticide Industry, they are free from fixing the flag?
Let me say it again. If you aren't going to make sure the flag is still in one piece and still a proud symbol of Canada, then just take it down and have the flag pole removed.
Why have the flag if you aren't going to respect it? Seriously, WHY. There are two reasons to ever have a Canadian Flag:
Either you are respecting it and showing your pride for Canada and being Canadian.
Or you are disrespecting it purposefully or recklessly without any care.
There is no other reason, everything falls into one of the above. And if you aren't going to respect it but don't intend to disrespect it, then just don't get one.
What you have to understand is that adults have more responsibilities and worries than children.
Public_Domain @ Fri May 02, 2008 5:05 pm
Benoit @ Fri May 02, 2008 5:10 pm
Mr_Canada Mr_Canada:
Benoit Benoit:
What you have to understand is that adults have more responsibilities and worries than children.
What's your point? At most, replacing the flag would take half an hour and $20. Which is hardly big potatoes for any company.You are telling me that "adults" have so much worries and responsibilities that they can't replace a flag, but can go home after work, sit down and watch sports all night?
If you don't respect the flag, don't have one.
Clear?
As the time pass, worries worsen like flags in elements.
Public_Domain @ Fri May 02, 2008 5:17 pm
Benoit @ Fri May 02, 2008 5:21 pm
Mr_Canada Mr_Canada:
Benoit Benoit:
Mr_Canada Mr_Canada:
Benoit Benoit:
What you have to understand is that adults have more responsibilities and worries than children.
What's your point? At most, replacing the flag would take half an hour and $20. Which is hardly big potatoes for any company.You are telling me that "adults" have so much worries and responsibilities that they can't replace a flag, but can go home after work, sit down and watch sports all night?
If you don't respect the flag, don't have one.
Clear?
As the time pass, worries worsen like flags in elements.
It's better to not have one then to disrespect it.
I repeat myself for what feels like the tenth time:
IF YOU WILL NOT RESPECT IT, SIMPLY DO NOT FLY IT.
What part of my words do you not understand?
Time exists in this world. If the Poulin stop caring with time, it is stupid to expect them to care again now.
Public_Domain @ Fri May 02, 2008 5:30 pm
TheRealGV @ Fri May 02, 2008 10:34 pm
Mr_Canada Mr_Canada:
He attempted to convince them to change the flag and the laughed at him. I almost completely doubt they'd let him near the flag.
I don't think they would agree to something like that.
TheRealGV @ Fri May 02, 2008 10:37 pm
Pimpbrewski Pimpbrewski:
And by the way, the Canadian flag, also the provincial flags, should be the only ones flown or displayed in this country.
That I can't agree with. People should have the right to display flags of their birtn Country, where they were raised or whatever. But respect it as well.
TheRealGV @ Fri May 02, 2008 10:52 pm
I read the four pages of replies since my original post and am amazed at the back and forth caused by some people being complete idiots.
Look, you live in Canada and because we are a free Country, we have the right to fly our National flag and not be forced to hang a picture of a dictator leader.
The right to fly one and not be forced to. But, if you are going to fly one, be respectful to what it stands for and be respectful to the thousands who have died so you have the rights you have.
The flag is not a rag. It's not even material to me. The flag is as said already a symbol of a Country and who they are.
You know, I'm not one that likes Americans, but I will say this about them. Americans are very respectful of their Country and wave their flags proudly. I don't know if I've ever seen a tattered or torn American flag.
That is what Canadians should be like.
If you cannot care for the flag or be respectful towards it, do not fly one. And if that means you replace it every couple months, then so be it.
To mention a company that is respectful, I am going to mention the Hotel Fort Garry. The same day I first noticed Poulin's, I noticed that the Hotel's one didn't look all that great. I called them as well, and within 30 minutes, they had the old one down. It did take a couple days to get a new one. But they removed the torn one. And they were very thankful to have been told about it. And to do that there is no easy task. The Hotel is a lot higher and the position is more difficult to get at. Check the picture to see...
http://www.hesca.org/past_meetings/winn ... arry02.jpg
If they can, why can't others.
BartSimpson @ Fri May 02, 2008 10:55 pm
TheRealGV TheRealGV:
It's a disgrace the way some people and some businesses don't care about the Country they live in. I'm talking about the condition of the Canadian flag that some people fly. Dirty, torn and parts missing. It's disrespectful.
My rant right now is against Poulin's Pest Control in Winnipeg. They have a flag on their roof that is in a pathetic condition. See this picture...
http://img391.imageshack.us/img391/9294/poulinsul6.jpg
When contacted about the flag, I got the idea they don't care. Don Poulin's assistant laughed it off thinking it's no big deal to disrespect Canada. She pretty much said they will get around to it when they do.
Companies should be held accountable when they fly flags in that condition. If you don't want to or don't feel like taking care of it, don't put one up.
My rant right now is against Poulin's Pest Control in Winnipeg. They have a flag on their roof that is in a pathetic condition. See this picture...
http://img391.imageshack.us/img391/9294/poulinsul6.jpg
When contacted about the flag, I got the idea they don't care. Don Poulin's assistant laughed it off thinking it's no big deal to disrespect Canada. She pretty much said they will get around to it when they do.
Companies should be held accountable when they fly flags in that condition. If you don't want to or don't feel like taking care of it, don't put one up.
