Statement by Liberal Party of Canada Leader Justin Trudeau on his meeting with His Highness the Aga Khan

May 28, 2015

DELTA, BC – The Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement about his meeting with His Highness the Aga Khan, the 49th Hereditary Imam of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslims:

“It was a great honour and privilege to once again meet with His Highness the Aga Khan and other Ismaili community leaders last night at the new Delegation of the Ismaili Imamat in Ottawa.

“For more than 50 years, the Aga Khan has been a global humanitarian leader, working tirelessly to reduce poverty, promote pluralism, and improve health and education outcomes in developing countries. He remains a beacon of acceptance and compassion, and an inspiration to both his community and the world.

“Canada’s strong and long-standing relationship with His Highness reflects the importance of the Ismalili community, and the immense contributions it makes to our rich and diverse national fabric.”