Ismaili Muslim MPs Arif Virani and Yasmin Ratansi at Iftar Dinner with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau

 

 

Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on Ramadan

Ottawa, Ontario
5 June 2016
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Ramadan:

“Muslims in Canada and around the world will embark upon a month-long spiritual journey of fasting, prayer, and reflection to commemorate the revealing of the Qu’ran to the Prophet Muhammad.

“During Ramadan, Muslims fast during daylight hours to increase their patience, closeness to God, and generosity towards those less fortunate. It is a time of community, when Muslims invite neighbours and friends to share their evening meal – iftar – recite prayers together, and encourage each other to give to charity.

“Ramadan reminds all of us to show appreciation for the countless blessings we enjoy and to put the needs of others before our own.

“Let us take the time to recognize, and show gratitude for, the invaluable contributions of our Muslim communities that enrich our national fabric each and every day. Canada’s cultural diversity is one of our greatest strengths and sources of pride.

“On behalf of our family, Sophie and I wish all those observing this holy month a blessed and peaceful Ramadan.

“Ramadan Mubarak!”

http://pm.gc.ca/eng/news/2016/06/05/statement-prime-minister-canada-ramadan

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Author: ismailimail

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2 thoughts

  1. Ramzan MUBARAK to all Canadian Jamat specially when your Young Canadian President is sharing our
    Holy month . Canadians are very lucky. Keep it up. Rajabali Gulamali Nanji Nathwani & family of Uganda.

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  2. Ramadan Mubarak to all ismailies in the world,
    Canadians are very lucky to share the Iftar dinner with young President Justin Trudeau .
    Our communities are very lucky to live in that country. Rajabali Nanji

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