OTTAWA, April 11, 2008 -- On behalf of the Honourable Jason Kenney, Secretary of State (Multiculturalism and Canadian Identity), Royal Galipeau, Member of Parliament (Ottawa-Orléans) will participate tomorrow in the first 2008 symposium of the Communauté Congolaise du Canada, entitled Une communauté en meilleure santé (A Community in Better Health).
"The Government of Canada is proud to participate in a symposium that focuses on the health of young Canadians of African and Caribbean origin," said Mr. Galipeau. "By taking the discussions that will take place at this event into account, our Government will be better able to ensure a better future for these young people."
The Government of Canada is committed to reaching out to all Canadians and is developing lasting relationships with ethnic and religious communities in Canada. It encourages these communities to participate fully in Canadian society by enhancing their level of economic, social, and cultural integration.
Information:
Alykhan Velshi
Director of Communications
Office of the Honourable Jason Kenney, PC, MP,
Secretary of State (Multiculturalism and Canadian Identity)
alykhan_velshi@pch.gc.ca
