Statement by Liberal Party of Canada Leader Justin Trudeau on the Islamic New Year

October 15, 2015

The Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau, issued the following statement on the occasion of the Islamic New Year:

“Today, Muslims in Canada and around the world will celebrate the first day of Muharram, the Islamic New Year.

“As families, friends, and neighbours come together to reflect on the past year and look toward to the future, we take this opportunity to recognize the many important contributions the Muslim community has made to Canadian society. The first day of Muharram stands as a reminder of Canadian diversity, and that we are stronger not in spite of our differences, but precisely because of them. It is also a reminder of our basic Canadian values and rights, embodied in and protected by our Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

“On behalf of the Liberal Party of Canada, I wish all those celebrating a happy and healthy New Year.”