Government of Canada to Announce Support for Holocaust Remembrance Initiatives in Toronto
Toronto, Ontario – January 27, 2025 – The Government of Canada will announce today significant support for Holocaust remembrance initiatives in Toronto, Ontario.
The announcement will be made by the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Heritage, at the historic Beth Tzedec Synagogue.
The funding will support a range of initiatives aimed at preserving the memory of the Holocaust and educating future generations about the importance of preventing genocide. These initiatives include:
- The creation of a new Holocaust education centre in Toronto
- The development of new educational resources for schools and community groups
- Support for Holocaust survivor testimony programs
- The establishment of a new memorial to honour the victims of the Holocaust
“The Holocaust was a horrific tragedy that we must never forget,” said Minister Guilbeault. “This funding will help to ensure that the memory of the Holocaust is preserved for future generations and that we continue to learn from the lessons of history.”
The Government of Canada has a long history of supporting Holocaust remembrance initiatives. In 2005, the government established the Holocaust Remembrance Day Act, which designated January 27th as a national day of remembrance for the victims of the Holocaust.
The government also provides funding to the Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center for Holocaust Studies, which operates the Canadian Centre for Holocaust Education, and the March of the Living, which brings students to Poland to visit Holocaust sites.
Today’s announcement is a further demonstration of the Government of Canada’s commitment to Holocaust remembrance and education.
Media Contact:
Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage 819-997-7788 pch.media-media.pch@canada.ca
Government of Canada to announce support for Holocaust remembrance initiatives in Toronto
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