"Reasonable accomodation" all over again with PQ kirpan motion

In Provincial news, the dispute over Sikh kirpans is making a comeback in the Quebec legislature.

The Parti Quebecois announced on Tuesday it would introduce a motion barring Sikhs carrying ceremonial daggers from entering the National Assembly building.

Last month, four Sikhs were denied entry into the building because some refused to surrender their kirpans.

The Charest liberals said little then, but PQ member Louise Beaudoin commended the security guards for making the right choice.

The PQ declared that multiculturalism was not a Quebec value.

A new provincial bill already restricts the right of Muslim women to wear face-coverings when receiving government services.

The PQ would like to see the restrictions extend to include kirpans and other religious symbols as well.