Title: Minister Urges Unity and Acknowledgement of Indigenous Peoples on Canada Day
As Canada marks its national holiday, the country’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Marc Miller, seized the occasion to emphasize the importance of celebrating freedoms while reflecting on the duties that come with being Canadian citizens. In a heartfelt statement issued on Canada Day in Toronto, he highlighted the significance of understanding and honoring the shared history, symbols, and values that define the Canadian identity.
Notably, Minister Miller stressed the crucial role of acknowledging the histories and realities of Indigenous Peoples, who have long served as stewards of the land and continue to play an essential part in shaping Canada’s past, present, and future.
Encouraging all Canadians to embrace the responsibility of advancing reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples, the Minister emphasized the need for recognizing the rights and significant contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities. As part of the ongoing commitment to fostering reconciliation, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship collaborated with Indigenous creators to amplify Indigenous voices and experiences among new Canadians.
One noteworthy initiative highlighted was the utilization of the video “Welcome, there is room” in citizenship ceremonies nationwide, showcasing the diversity and inclusivity integral to Canadian identity.
Celebrating Canada Day at a special citizenship ceremony held at the Rogers Centre in Toronto, Minister Miller emphasized the profound significance of witnessing newcomers take their oath of citizenship, a transformative moment that encapsulates the essence of Canadian pride and unity.
Encouraging all to participate in citizenship ceremonies and explore Canada Day celebrations, the Minister aimed to inspire a sense of national pride and a commitment to community engagement, cultural understanding, and welcoming newcomers to the country.
In closing, Minister Miller extended warm wishes for a Happy Canada Day, urging all Canadians to embrace the values of diversity, equity, inclusivity, and multiculturalism that define and distinguish Canada on the global stage.
For more information on Canada Day celebrations and community events, Canadians were directed to visit the Canadian Heritage website.
As the day unfolded, the message of unity, reconciliation, and celebration echoed across the nation, fostering a sense of national pride and solidarity among all who call Canada home.
Contact Information: Media Relations, Communications Sector Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Email: media@cic.gc.ca Phone: 613-952-1650
As Canada marks its national holiday, the country’s Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, Marc Miller, seized the occasion to emphasize the importance of celebrating freedoms while reflecting on the duties that come with being Canadian citizens. In a heartfelt statement issued on Canada Day in Toronto, he highlighted the significance of understanding and honoring the shared history, symbols, and values that define the Canadian identity.
Notably, Minister Miller stressed the crucial role of acknowledging the histories and realities of Indigenous Peoples, who have long served as stewards of the land and continue to play an essential part in shaping Canada’s past, present, and future.
Encouraging all Canadians to embrace the responsibility of advancing reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples, the Minister emphasized the need for recognizing the rights and significant contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis communities. As part of the ongoing commitment to fostering reconciliation, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship collaborated with Indigenous creators to amplify Indigenous voices and experiences among new Canadians.
One noteworthy initiative highlighted was the utilization of the video “Welcome, there is room” in citizenship ceremonies nationwide, showcasing the diversity and inclusivity integral to Canadian identity.
Celebrating Canada Day at a special citizenship ceremony held at the Rogers Centre in Toronto, Minister Miller emphasized the profound significance of witnessing newcomers take their oath of citizenship, a transformative moment that encapsulates the essence of Canadian pride and unity.
Encouraging all to participate in citizenship ceremonies and explore Canada Day celebrations, the Minister aimed to inspire a sense of national pride and a commitment to community engagement, cultural understanding, and welcoming newcomers to the country.
In closing, Minister Miller extended warm wishes for a Happy Canada Day, urging all Canadians to embrace the values of diversity, equity, inclusivity, and multiculturalism that define and distinguish Canada on the global stage.
For more information on Canada Day celebrations and community events, Canadians were directed to visit the Canadian Heritage website.
As the day unfolded, the message of unity, reconciliation, and celebration echoed across the nation, fostering a sense of national pride and solidarity among all who call Canada home.
Contact Information: Media Relations, Communications Sector Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada Email: media@cic.gc.ca Phone: 613-952-1650
