Canada’s Minister for Diversity, Inclusion and Persons with Disabilities and MP for Brampton West, Kamal Khera, marked the beginning of Tamil heritage month with a video message celebrating the Canadian Tamil community as driving force that makes Canada stronger.
In her message she notes that:
“Canada’s Tamil community is one of the largest outside Asia, thanks in part to the Canadian government’s initiatives and policies, starting in 1983, that helped people fleeing violence find safety and security here in Canada”.
She further noted their contribution to culture, business, science and politics. Khera notes that this is a month to learn more about the “Tamil community, its heritage, its resiliency and its culture”.
Her statement further notes:
"As we celebrate this month, we reaffirm our deep gratitude to Tamil people and communities. Together, let’s continue to build a united, diverse and fair Canada where everyone has equal opportunities and can contribute to our shared prosperity".
