The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Nowruz:
“Today, more than 300 million people around the world, including Iranian, Afghan, Kurdish, Zoroastrian, Bahá’í, Central Asian and Ismaili communities, will celebrate Nowruz.
Nowruz – meaning “new day” in Persian – marks the first day of spring and is celebrated as the beginning of the New Year. A time of renewal and new beginnings, Nowruz is also an opportunity to reflect on the difficulties of the past year , which was made particularly challenging by the COVID-19 pandemic, and aspirations of hope and optimism to share next year.
Today, families and friends gather around the court-seen table to share festive food, enjoy music and dance, and cherish many gifts of life, while celebrating new beginnings and the core values of compassion, peace and acceptance in the heart of Nowruz to embody.
“For every Canadian, Nowruz is an opportunity to recognize the many communities that are observing this day, and the important contributions they are making to our country. Diversity is the strength of our country, and together we will continue to strive for a stronger, fairer Canada to build for all.
“On behalf of all Canadians, I wish everyone a happy New Year, health and prosperity.
“Har Ruz etan Nowrouz, Nowruz etan Pyrouz.”
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