Quebec, Canada
As was reported in the National Post, the Canadian policy of secular education in schools – which requires that children are taught facts about all the major religions of the world – was taken to court by some parents in Drummondville on the basis that the new curriculum “was undermining their efforts to instill Christian faith in their children”.
Unlike South African policy (which also requires education on all major religions to be provided in public schools), the Canadian secular religion education policy applies to their private schools, in addition to their public institutions.
For once this week, at least, a Canadian judge has made a sound decision, finding that learning about multiple religions fostered “equality, respect and tolerance”. Your thoughts on religion education in schools?
It is encouraging that courts are deciding against superstition, including so-called Intelligent Design (US courts) and faith inculcation.
We have an excellent constitution and worthy education policy – use them to protect our own children against superstition. Be involved.
Keep an eye on the local press – this topic is bound to enter the public debate in the near future.
Education should concentrate on the religion of the country in general – not ethnic minorities. Yes, give an overview of other beliefs but not at the exclusion of the national interests.