Madam Speaker, since 1978, every year on November 29, we commemorate the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, but the solidarity did not begin in 1978.
For over 75 years, millions of Canadians and hundreds of millions around the world have stood in recognition of a reality defined by displacement, loss and enduring hardship. It is also a day that reminds us of the extraordinary resilience of a people who have endured far more than any ever should.
The perseverance of the Palestinian people in the face of decades of hardship reminds the entire world of the power of hope and human dignity.
Canada's proud role on the international stage carries a collective responsibility that we owe to all who face injustice. It is one that demands not only our sympathy, but our humanity in action.
I rise proudly on behalf of many in my community and across this country to send a message to the people of Palestine. They have not been forgotten and they are not alone. We stand with them.