As the first flight touches down in Toronto today, carrying 150 Syrian refugees, Canadian children of all ages have an important and incredibly touching message for them: welcome.
If you watch one thing today, make it this unbelievably touching video by World Vision.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau called today "a great day," but it's the little people, the citizens of tomorrow, who paint the best first impression to people newly landed in our country.
Not only are the kids super cute, but the video represents the huge tapestry of backgrounds and cultures that make Canada so awesome:
"Can't imagine what you've been through. I hope you really like it here in Canada."
"There's food, there's toys and clothes and everything you need here."
There's no war, and you can go to school safely."
"I hope you'll be my friend. See you in school."
The kids make a solid case for life in Canada. Hey, what's not to love? After all, we have Timbits and hockey and four seasons (so glad they didn't mention The Bieb.)
Seeing what these kids have to say causes an enormous swell of national pride.
Without delving too far into murky political territory, let me just say that it's amazing to see our country taking steps to reaffirm its international reputation as the friendly and multicultural society.
In total, Trudeau's Liberals are planning to welcome 25,000 Syrian refugees over the coming months, many of whom have been privately sponsored by their new communities.
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