Minister Joly issues statement on Vesak
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On Vesak, Buddhists in Canada and around the world mark the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama Buddha.
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On Vesak, Buddhists in Canada and around the world mark the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama Buddha.
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Beginning at sundown today Jewish communities across Canada and around the world will observe Yom HaShoah – Holocaust Memorial Day or Holocaust Remembrance Day.
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The Hon. John McCallum, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, today issued the following statement:
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Asian Heritage Month is a time to celebrate the many achievements and contributions of Canadians of Asian Heritage who helped shape the diverse and prosperous country that we are today.
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The Hon. John McCallum, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, and the Hon. Mélanie Joly, Minister of Canadian Heritage and the Minister responsible for Multiculturalism, today issued the following statement
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I would like to extend my warmest best wishes to the Sikh community and to everyone celebrating Vaisakhi today.
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Today marks Holi, also known as the Festival of Colours and the Festival of Love. Originating in the Hindu faith, Holi is a celebration of spring that spreads a joyful message of peace and camaraderie.
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For 50 years, March 21 has been recognized by the United Nations as the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
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Today marks Nowruz, an important holiday in the Persian calendar that marks the first day of spring and the beginning of a new year.
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Today marks St. Patrick's Day for the more than four million Canadians who trace their ancestry back to Ireland. For decades, Canadians have celebrated the life of St. Patrick on March 17, honouring the patron saint of Ireland and the ancient heritage of the Irish.