I found it a moving event. The drumming was infectious, and I liked the fact that although there was a strong police presence, they were only there to maintain order. There was no whiff of tear gas and no heads were being cracked.

Sometimes I still feel proud to live in this country, which in some ways really is a peaceable kingdom. It’s not clear to me how Canada can help with the plight of the Tamils, but I like it that they’re being given every opportunity to explain their position.

Here are some more pictures.