Title: Celebrating Canada Day with Diversity and Inclusivity
Toronto, July 1, 2024—In a heartfelt message on Canada Day, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Marc Miller, emphasized the importance of understanding Indigenous Peoples’ histories and contributions as integral to the Canadian identity.
The Minister highlighted the significance of celebrating freedoms, reflecting on rights and responsibilities, and honoring shared values as Canadian citizens. Stressing the need for reconciliation, he emphasized the essential role of all Canadians in advancing understanding and recognizing the rights of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.
As part of fostering reconciliation, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship collaborated with Indigenous creators to produce a video, ‘Welcome, there is room,’ now featured in citizenship ceremonies across the country. Minister Miller expressed pride in attending a special citizenship ceremony at the Rogers Centre ahead of the Toronto Blue Jays’ Canada Day game, underscoring the meaningful experience new citizens and attendees share during oath-taking.
Encouraging Canadians to participate in citizenship ceremonies in their areas, Minister Miller invited all to engage with Canada’s diverse celebrations. Emphasizing the country’s multiculturalism, he urged individuals to embrace Canada’s unity through respect and inclusion, celebrating what brings the nation together—love for Canada.
As citizens marked Canada Day nationwide, Minister Miller’s message resonated, inspiring pride, community involvement, and a commitment to learning about Indigenous Peoples and cultures. The day reaffirmed the values of diversity and inclusivity that distinguish Canada as a welcoming home for all.
With celebrations continuing across the country, the message echoed: “Happy Canada Day!”
Aissa Diop Director of Communications Minister’s Office Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada Aissa.Diop@cic.gc.ca
Media Relations Communications Sector Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada 613-952-1650 media@cic.gc.ca
Toronto, July 1, 2024—In a heartfelt message on Canada Day, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Marc Miller, emphasized the importance of understanding Indigenous Peoples’ histories and contributions as integral to the Canadian identity.
The Minister highlighted the significance of celebrating freedoms, reflecting on rights and responsibilities, and honoring shared values as Canadian citizens. Stressing the need for reconciliation, he emphasized the essential role of all Canadians in advancing understanding and recognizing the rights of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples.
As part of fostering reconciliation, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship collaborated with Indigenous creators to produce a video, ‘Welcome, there is room,’ now featured in citizenship ceremonies across the country. Minister Miller expressed pride in attending a special citizenship ceremony at the Rogers Centre ahead of the Toronto Blue Jays’ Canada Day game, underscoring the meaningful experience new citizens and attendees share during oath-taking.
Encouraging Canadians to participate in citizenship ceremonies in their areas, Minister Miller invited all to engage with Canada’s diverse celebrations. Emphasizing the country’s multiculturalism, he urged individuals to embrace Canada’s unity through respect and inclusion, celebrating what brings the nation together—love for Canada.
As citizens marked Canada Day nationwide, Minister Miller’s message resonated, inspiring pride, community involvement, and a commitment to learning about Indigenous Peoples and cultures. The day reaffirmed the values of diversity and inclusivity that distinguish Canada as a welcoming home for all.
With celebrations continuing across the country, the message echoed: “Happy Canada Day!”
Aissa Diop Director of Communications Minister’s Office Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada Aissa.Diop@cic.gc.ca
Media Relations Communications Sector Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada 613-952-1650 media@cic.gc.ca
