Mr. Speaker, tomorrow night marks a very important religious event for the people of Israel and followers of Ishmael. Jews everywhere will celebrate the Jewish New Year, while Ramadan will begin for Muslims.
For Muslims, Ramadan marks the anniversary of the revelation of the Quran to the prophet Mohammed. For Jews, tomorrow marks the anniversary of creation.
These important celebrations represent a special time for people to get together, renew old acquaintances and celebrate the strong ties that unite these communities.
Let us hope that these moments of prayer and reflection will lead all people of the world towards peace, tolerance, justice and mutual understanding.
We in the Bloc Québécois extend our best wishes to the Jewish and Muslim communities during this time of celebration.