OTTAWA,
ON, July 1, 2024 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister,
Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on
Canada Day:
"Happy Canada Day!
"No matter where you are today, I hope you are celebrating the
incredible people, the land, and the story that is Canada. It's a story that began more than 157
years ago – with Indigenous Peoples who've called this land home
since time immemorial.
"It's a story of sacrifice. When Canadian soldiers stormed the
beaches of Normandy, they knew they were risking their lives. But
freedom – even for those across an ocean, even for generations of
people they would never meet – was worth fighting for.
"It's a story that includes injustices, ones that we are
confronting on our path of reconciliation. It's a story of learning
– learning that we are stronger not in spite of our differences,
but because of them.
"And it's a story that is still being written, by incredible
Canadians who step up for their community and country. From the
workers and volunteers who cared for our most vulnerable during the
pandemic, to the brave first responders who, right now, race toward
danger to protect homes from wildfires, to the members of the
Canadian Armed Forces who stand on the frontlines, defending
democracy and freedom.
"Together, let's keep improving this incredible place we all
call home. Let's make our communities more vibrant, dynamic, and
inclusive. Let's break barriers and create opportunity for
everyone. Let's build a future where every generation has a fair
shot, no matter who you are, where you come from, how you pray, or
who you love. And let's work together to fulfil the promise of this
country – a promise of peace, freedom, prosperity, and
fairness.
"On this Canada Day, let's celebrate everything we have achieved
together and reaffirm our work to make Canada even better."
This document is also available at https://pm.gc.ca
SOURCE Prime Minister's Office