We+Are+More

Shane Koyczan's poem "We Are More" symbolizes exactly what the name implies- a statement that Canadians are more than what foreigners stereotype us to be. Although he dismisses many myths about our country (such as we are all hockey players & fishermen), but does reinforce some true stereotypes which contribute to our national identity ( such as we often say "please" and "thank you"). His verbal preformance also contributes to the overall meaning. He uses pauses after particularly meaningful lines, and puts emphasis on certain important words.

In his poem, he often uses imagery to illustrate the diversity of Canada:

"But we're more than just hockey and fishing lines Off of the rocky coast of the Maritimes"

"We are the brightness of Chinatown and the laughter of Little Italy" Explain!

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