Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to address my colleagues in the House on the occasion of National Heritage Day.
The diversity of our country and of its people is expressed in many ways and makes us unique within the community of nations.
Our wealth of cultures, languages and traditions enrich the everyday lives of all Canadians.
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National Heritage Day is an opportunity for all Canadians to reflect upon the meaning and richness of their heritage.
On this Heritage Day Canadians should take this opportunity to remember with pride the contributions of those who have helped to form this great land, appreciate and share the diversity in which our heritage is expressed, strengthen and celebrate the multicultural fabric of Canada.
We in this House have much to celebrate since we are very much an example of that multicultural fabric.