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We must pass through the barriers of language and race, of geography and religion, of custom and tradition and we must build on a common foundation.

— Vincent Massey Speaking Of Canada (1959)

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In fact, in the far North one sees the northern lights facing south!

Speaking Of Canada (1959)

Truth must the guide of those who hold the power; but humility is their sign, the promise that their privileges are in safe hands.

Speaking Of Canada (1959)

Old wives' tales are not enough in a day when old wives and old men, too, are constantly moving away from their labours.

Speaking Of Canada (1959)

It is the University's function to turn out well-balanced persons with an understanding of themselves and of their place in life.

Speaking Of Canada (1959)

The age which we live in is not suited to idle complacency or to pleasant dreams of past greatness.

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