Statement by Liberal Party of Canada Leader Justin Trudeau on the Tamil New Year
April 14, 2015
OTTAWA – The Leader of the Liberal Party of Canada, Justin Trudeau, issued the following statement on the occasion of the Tamil New Year:
“Today, Tamils in Canada and around the world will celebrate Puthandu, the beginning of the new year in the traditional Tamil calendar.
“During this auspicious time, Tamils will visit with family and friends, feast together, exchange gifts, and play games. Many will also mark this special occasion by visiting temples and churches to pray.
“This day is an important opportunity for us all to reflect on the valuable contributions Tamil-Canadians have made, and continue to make, to our national fabric.
“On behalf of the Liberal Party of Canada and our Parliamentary Caucus, my family and I extend our very best wishes to all Tamil-Canadians for a happy, healthy, and prosperous new year.
“Iniya Tamizh Puthaandu Nalvazhthukkal.”