Ottawa, June 17, 2015 – The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister for Multiculturalism, issued the following statement to mark the start of Ramadan:
“With the arrival of Ramadan, the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar, Muslims commemorate the revelation of the Quran to the Prophet Muhammad.
“For those observing the holy month of Ramadan, it is a time for worship, contemplation, self-sacrifice and devotion through charity, fasting and prayer. It is also a time for Muslims around the world to connect with families, friends and the wider community, and also to help those less fortunate.
“Over the coming weeks, Muslims will gather in homes, mosques and community centres to break their daily fast at the evening meal known as Iftar, often inviting Canadians of different backgrounds to take part. I look forward to joining Canadian Muslims at Iftar events across the country.
“As Minister for Multiculturalism, I extend my best wishes for a peaceful Ramadan to all those observing this solemn month.
“Ramadan Mubarak”
Lauren Armstrong
Minister’s Office
613-996-3100
lauren.armstrong2@forces.gc.ca
Media Relations
Communications Branch
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
613-952-1650
CIC-Media-Relations@cic.gc.ca
