In class we had a fishbowl discussion. Basically there are 5 students sitting in the centre of the rest of the group, and bring up points they wish to discuss to everyone listening. After the person has said everything they wish to say, they then leave and sit on the outside, while letting another person fill the empty spot. Our class were given 2 topics about the, Summer camp funding restrictions and the complication with the Trinity Western Law-school and their guidelines. Overall the fishbowl discussion was a pretty cool idea and I wouldn't mind doing it again because it lets everyone state what they want, unlike in a regular discussion when it is sometimes hard to get your point out.
Summer Camping Funding Restrictions: Usually the government gives out funds to the summer camp organizers because they need money to run various activities. When you ask for a fund, you have to fill in a form asking for the money. Usually it's a simple process with general questions. However, this year, the government has added another section which asks the organizer to check off a box stating they agree with the Liberal government and their take on abortion rights. If you do not check off the box you will not receive the fund. Now with camps that are based off a certain religion, this agreement really does not represent what they really believe. It is unfair that they will not get the funds because of what they believe. My opinion on this topic is that the government is incorrect in doing this because in the Charter of Rights, it states everyone has the right to their own opinion, but this is not being shown in this case. If it was a private organization giving out funds it would be fine to set out guidelines for the camps and make them agree with the same thing you do, but since it is the government they should follow the charter and treat everyone equally. Personally, I believe what the government is doing is incorrect but I read over a few articles and they can make a case if this goes to court. Since everyone is supposed to be treated equally, according to the legislation, it helps abortion rights advocates greatly. This means they are allowed to be whoever they wish and the government can use this against the camps if they threaten to go against them. http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/calgary/bible-camps-worry-about-losing-canada-summer-jobs-money-1.4483814 http://www.cbc.ca/news/opinion/summer-jobs-program-1.4491602
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