STATEMENT
For Immediate Release 2008OTP0170-001005 June 27, 2008	Office of the Premier
PREMIER’S STATEMENT ON MULTICULTURALISM DAY

VICTORIA – Premier Gordon Campbell released the following statement today in celebration of Canadian Multiculturalism Day:

 

“As demographics change in our province, country and around the world, Canadian Multiculturalism Day is an opportunity to renew our commitments to create safe, secure and economically vibrant communities for newcomers and to break down barriers to equal opportunities for immigrants.

 

“British Columbia has a strong foundation of respect for cultural diversity and we continue to step up our efforts to be inclusive, building on our national and international reputation as a leader for our progressive multiculturalism values and beliefs.

 

“Our province’s social and cultural diversity is one of our greatest assets. The mutual respect and understanding we have for one another has strengthened our nation and our province, helping ensure that every culture, race and religion has the opportunity to find its own space.

 

“Today British Columbians and Canadians from coast to coast can join together to celebrate the social, cultural and economic contributions being made every day by our diverse communities.”

 

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Media contact:	Bridgitte Anderson Press Secretary Office of the Premier 604 307-7177
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