Ramadan Mubarak to all Torontonians celebrating today. May you have a peaceful and blessed month. #Ramadan #Toronto pic.twitter.com/DLtRXDX4Gh
— Norm Kelly (@DMayorKelly) June 29, 2014
I want to extend my best wishes to all those celebrating this holiest month on the Muslim calendar. Ramadan Mubarak
— Kathleen Wynne (@Kathleen_Wynne) June 30, 2014
Best wishes to Muslims here at home & around the world as they prepare to observe the holy month of Ramadan. http://t.co/fmvGI0fTEH #cdnpoli
— Stephen Harper (@pmharper) June 27, 2014
Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on the occasion of Ramadan
Ottawa, Ontario
27 June 2014Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement to mark the beginning of Ramadan:
“On behalf of the people of Canada, I would like to extend my best wishes to Muslims here at home and around the world as they prepare to observe the holy month of Ramadan.
“For Muslims, Ramadan is the month the Qur’an was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad.
“It is a time for fasting, worship, and contemplation, as well as a time to share with friends, family and the community.
“It is also a time for charity and almsgiving, and remembering those who are less fortunate.
“As Muslims across Canada prepare for this holy month, Laureen and I wish them peace and happiness.
“Ramadan Kareem.”
