Sat 9 Nov 2024 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM
Clarkson Community Church, 1880 Lakeshore Rd W, Mississauga L5J 1J7
In partnership, Lighthouse Community Foundation & Civic Revival bring you an inaugural debate
The Clash of Principles: Individual Freedom or Societal Virtue?
Exploring the Tension Between Order and Liberty: Which Path Should Shape the Future of Western Civilization?
What is the foundation of a thriving society: unrestricted individual freedom or a legal system that enforces virtue? In this high-stakes debate, Dr. Scott Masson, a scholar of classical education, will argue for a system where virtue, informed by historical traditions, is upheld by law. On the opposing side, Professor Bruce Pardy, a staunch defender of individual rights, will champion a classical liberal vision in which personal liberty and limited government intervention reign supreme. With the future of Western society at a crossroads, this debate will challenge attendees to reconsider the balance between freedom and virtue in the legal and cultural fabric of our civilization.
Moderated by Tanya Granic Allen.
Doors: 7:00 p.m. | Debate starts 7:30 p.m.
- Early Bird – $18 (Available until October 28, 11:55 p.m.)
- General Admission – $24