(Minghui.org) In May 2024, more and more cities in Canada held flag-raising ceremonies to celebrate the 32nd anniversary of Falun Dafa’s public introduction and the 25th World Falun Dafa Day. So far, ten cities have raised the Falun Dafa Day flag.
Video: Four cities in Canada hold flag raising ceremony to mark the 32nd anniversary of Falun Dafa’s public introduction
Mayor of the Township of Scugog Thanks Practitioners for Their Contribution to Canada
At 9:30 a.m. on May 9, accompanied by the Tian Guo Marching Band, a flag to celebrate World Falun Dafa Day was slowly raised in the Township of Scugog. Fifth Ward Councilor Terry Coyne attended the ceremony on behalf of Mayor Wilma Wotten.
Flag-raising ceremony in the Township of Scugog
Regional Councilor Ian McDougall (first left), Councilor Terry Coyne (second left), and Deputy Mayor Janna Guido (third left) at the flag-raising ceremony
Mayor Wilma Wotten and her letter
In her letter, Mayor Wotten said: “On behalf of the Township of Scugog Council, I extend congratulations to the Falun Dafa Association of Canada as you celebrate your 32nd year of contributions to Canada honoring the values of truthfulness, compassion and forbearance.
“I am pleased to offer this greeting to the Falun Dafa Association of Canada and proclaim Falun Dafa Day this May 13, 2024.”
Proclamation from Mayor Wilma Wotten
Falun Dafa Day Proclaimed in the Township of Brock
At 9 a.m. on May 10, a flag-raising ceremony was held in the Township of Brock. Ten government staff, including Mayor Walter Schummer, celebrated the occasion with Falun Gong practitioners and proclaimed May 13, 2024, Falun Dafa Day.
Proclamation from Mayor Walter Schummer
Mayor Schummer and other township officials at the event
Mayor Walter Schummer addressed the event.
Mayor Walter Schummer said, “More than 80 countries celebrate Falun Dafa Day and promote the values of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance. Falun Dafa practitioners bring traditional Chinese culture and values into their practice and meditation, helping many people improve their moral and physical health, contributing to a healthier and more harmonious society. Thank you for including the Township of Brock in your celebrations. We are honored to raise the Falun Dafa Day flag and celebrate May 13th as Falun Dafa Day in Brock.”
Flag-raising in Cambridge City
At 9 a.m. on the same day, a flag was raised in Cambridge to celebrate World Falun Dafa Day. Brian Riddell, Member of the Provincial Parliament from Cambridge, issued a letter.
Falun Dafa Day flag in front of the Cambridge City hall
Flag-raising ceremony in Cambridge
Letter from Brian Riddell, Member of the Provincial Parliament
Brian Riddell, Member of Provincial Parliament for Cambridge, Ontario, wrote in his letter: “As the Member of Provincial Parliament for Cambridge, it is my honour to extend sincere congratulations to the Falun Dafa community as you gather at Cambridge City Hall to proudly raise your celebration flag. Thank you for your steadfast commitment to promoting kindness, compassion and tolerance at home and around the world.”
Falun Dafa Day Proclaimed in the City of Saskatoon
Saskatoon, the largest city in Saskatchewan, Canada, has held a flag-raising ceremony to celebrate World Falun Dafa Day for three consecutive years. On May 1, 2024, the Falun Dafa Day flag was once again raised in Saskatoon and will be displayed for eight days.
The Falun Dafa Day flag was raised in Saskatoon.
Proclamation for Falun Dafa Day in the City of Saskatoon
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