Statement by Minister Khera on Thai Pongal
Ottawa, Ontario – January 14, 2025 – The Honourable Gudie Hutchings, Minister of Rural Economic Development, on behalf of the Government of Canada, today issued the following statement to mark Thai Pongal:
“Today, we join the Tamil community in Canada and around the world in celebrating Thai Pongal, a festival of thanksgiving and harvest.
Thai Pongal, the first and most important festival of the Tamil calendar, holds great significance in Tamil culture. It is a time to celebrate the sun’s journey northward, marking the end of the winter solstice and the beginning of a new harvest season.
Across Canada, Tamil Canadians will gather with their families and friends to partake in traditional rituals, prayers, and feasts. They will give thanks for the past year’s blessings and pray for prosperity in the new year.
The Government of Canada recognizes the importance of Thai Pongal to the Tamil community. It is a time to reflect on the rich cultural traditions and heritage that have been passed down for generations.
On behalf of Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and all Canadians, I extend my warmest wishes to the Tamil community celebrating Thai Pongal. May this festival bring joy, prosperity, and a bountiful harvest in the year ahead.
Pongal Vazhthukal!”
Statement by Minister Khera on Thai Pongal
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