Mr. Speaker, in January we celebrate Tamil Heritage Month. Earlier this month in India, I saw first-hand the global strength of the Tamil spirit when I spoke at the World Tamil Diaspora Day in Chennai.
Tamil is the oldest spoken classical language in existence and is spoken by over 75 million people globally. Canada is now home to the largest Tamil diaspora outside of Asia. It is a community that has flourished here for decades. Tamil Canadians live in every province and territory, strengthening our national fabric each day.
I invite all members to join me in celebrating this vibrant heritage with Tamils in their communities.
Yaadhum Oore Yaavarum Kelir. Every town is my hometown and everyone is my kin.