Title: Minister Marc Miller Calls for Unity and Recognition of Indigenous Peoples on Canada Day
Toronto, July 1, 2024 – The Honorable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, marked Canada Day with a powerful message urging Canadians to reflect on their freedoms, rights, and responsibilities as citizens. In his statement, Minister Miller emphasized the importance of acknowledging the shared history, symbols, and values that shape the Canadian identity.
Central to the celebration of Canada Day is the recognition of Indigenous Peoples as the original caretakers of the land, with Minister Miller highlighting their vital role in the country’s past, present, and future. He stressed that understanding the histories and realities of Indigenous Peoples is a crucial aspect of being Canadian, calling for reconciliation and a deeper appreciation of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis contributions.
As part of the government’s commitment to advancing reconciliation, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship collaborated with Indigenous creators to produce a video, “Welcome, there is room,” now featured at citizenship ceremonies nationwide. Minister Miller attended a special citizenship ceremony at the Rogers Centre in Toronto, underscoring the significance of newcomers taking their oath of citizenship as a poignant moment for all involved.
Encouraging Canadians to participate in citizenship ceremonies and engage with Canada Day celebrations, Minister Miller emphasized the importance of diversity, equity, inclusivity, and multiculturalism in shaping the nation’s identity. He urged individuals to learn more about Indigenous Peoples and cultures, emphasizing the strength of unity in Canada’s diverse landscape.
Offering a message of unity and pride in being Canadian, Minister Miller concluded by wishing all Canadians a Happy Canada Day and inspiring them to give back to their communities. As the country celebrates its freedoms, Minister Miller’s call for unity and recognition of Indigenous Peoples resonated as a poignant reminder of the values that bind Canadians together on this special day.
For more information on Canada Day celebrations and citizenship ceremonies, individuals can visit the Canadian Heritage website. Happy Canada Day!
Media Contact: Aissa Diop Director of Communications, Minister’s Office Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Aissa.Diop@cic.gc.ca
Media Relations Contact: Communications Sector Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada 613-952-1650 media@cic.gc.ca
Toronto, July 1, 2024 – The Honorable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, marked Canada Day with a powerful message urging Canadians to reflect on their freedoms, rights, and responsibilities as citizens. In his statement, Minister Miller emphasized the importance of acknowledging the shared history, symbols, and values that shape the Canadian identity.
Central to the celebration of Canada Day is the recognition of Indigenous Peoples as the original caretakers of the land, with Minister Miller highlighting their vital role in the country’s past, present, and future. He stressed that understanding the histories and realities of Indigenous Peoples is a crucial aspect of being Canadian, calling for reconciliation and a deeper appreciation of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis contributions.
As part of the government’s commitment to advancing reconciliation, Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship collaborated with Indigenous creators to produce a video, “Welcome, there is room,” now featured at citizenship ceremonies nationwide. Minister Miller attended a special citizenship ceremony at the Rogers Centre in Toronto, underscoring the significance of newcomers taking their oath of citizenship as a poignant moment for all involved.
Encouraging Canadians to participate in citizenship ceremonies and engage with Canada Day celebrations, Minister Miller emphasized the importance of diversity, equity, inclusivity, and multiculturalism in shaping the nation’s identity. He urged individuals to learn more about Indigenous Peoples and cultures, emphasizing the strength of unity in Canada’s diverse landscape.
Offering a message of unity and pride in being Canadian, Minister Miller concluded by wishing all Canadians a Happy Canada Day and inspiring them to give back to their communities. As the country celebrates its freedoms, Minister Miller’s call for unity and recognition of Indigenous Peoples resonated as a poignant reminder of the values that bind Canadians together on this special day.
For more information on Canada Day celebrations and citizenship ceremonies, individuals can visit the Canadian Heritage website. Happy Canada Day!
Media Contact: Aissa Diop Director of Communications, Minister’s Office Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Aissa.Diop@cic.gc.ca
Media Relations Contact: Communications Sector Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada 613-952-1650 media@cic.gc.ca
