Afghanistan

Historically throughout the years Canada has been known as leaders in peace

keeping roles in throughout the world. Canada has earned such a positive reputation and a high

level of respect because of its diversity and the ability for different cultures to co-exist in

harmony. Former Prime Minister once said, "I am a Canadian, free to speak without fear, free

to worship in my own way, free to stand for what I think right, free to oppose what I believe

wrong, or free to choose those who shall govern my country. This heritage of freedom I pledge

to uphold for myself and all mankind". (Canadian Bill of Rights, July 1, 1960). Canada is very

adamant on peace and its in Afghanistan's best interest to have them as partners in destroying

Taliban and Al Qaeda. Nobody wants peaceful solutions to be explored more than a soldier

however Canada will take necessary action to help rebuild Afghanistan into a new democratic

country. Groups like Taliban and Al Qaeda want to rule with iron fists and impose their views on

the total masses, these views are total opposite of what Canada stands for. Freedom of choice,

basic human rights and equality of all human rights have bin the corner stone of Canadian

philosophy. Canada's mission in Afghanistan is to provide security, rebuild governance and

help provide a more stable economic and social development.

Canadians understand that peaceful solutions have resolved many domestic and

international issues however a second step may exists if necessary. Taliban and Al Qaeda ran

Afghanistan for years like a slaughterhouse where women were punished under the

strictest code of Sharia Law. Many were beaten for exposing an ankle or stoned to death for

committing adultery and some even had acid thrown in their face for being publicly unveiled.

Young girls are not permitted to attend school and forced to ride in trunks of cars because

the seats are reserved for males. Canadian troops understand...