In a fiery edition of Letters to the Editor published on November 23, 2025, readers of the Toronto Sun expressed strong, divergent views on issues gripping the nation, from the sanctity of Remembrance Day to heated political and social commentary.
An Outrage on a Sacred Day
One letter, responding to a column by Joe Warmington titled "Our vets come last," captured a sentiment of profound disappointment regarding the recent Remembrance Day. The reader lamented that the day meant to honour veterans was marred by contemporary distractions, suggesting that the freedoms allowing for such "nonsense" were paid for by the sacrifices of soldiers in the World Wars.
The writer starkly contended that had the Nazis been victorious, the rights of Indigenous, Canadian, and British peoples would have been obliterated. The letter concluded with a powerful rebuke, stating that "these wokes should thank their lucky stars for the veterans" who secured their liberty.
Sharp Political Criticism and Economic Concerns
Another correspondent from Calgary directed a scathing critique at the federal government, declaring the old Liberal Party dead and rebranding it as the "Communist Party of Canada." The author pointed to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's past admiration for the Chinese economic model as a harbinger of Canada's current economic stagnation since 2015.
The letter accused the government of driving away private enterprise, resulting in the flight of hundreds of billions of dollars from the country. It further criticized the proposed budget from "comrade" Mark Carney, which envisions the government as the primary builder of the economy. The writer linked this approach to a list of societal ills, including censorship, poverty, and social chaos, framing them as hallmarks of communism.
A Call for Pedestrian Responsibility
Shifting from national politics to local safety, a letter from Stoney Creek addressed the tragic issue of pedestrian fatalities. The author questioned why individuals walking on roads designed for vehicle traffic are not held to a higher standard of personal responsibility.
The writer argued that modern vehicles have exceptionally bright lights, making them highly visible, yet pedestrians often wear dark clothing without reflective elements and ignore crossing signals. The letter placed the onus on walkers, asserting that "when pedestrians learn the rules of walking and crossing, there will be fewer deaths." This perspective highlights a ongoing public debate about shared responsibility on roadways.
This collection of letters provides a raw and unfiltered look into the concerns of Canadians, touching on themes of respect, economic policy, and public safety that continue to resonate across the country.
