(Clearwisdom.net) Mayor James Atebe signed a proclamation on behalf of the District of Mission British Columbia, Canada proclaiming May 2011 as "Falun Dafa Month."

District of Mission

Proclamation

That the month of May 2011 be proclaimed

"Falun Dafa Month"

District of Mission Council Resolution - May 16, 2011

WHEREAS Falun Dafa is an advanced exercise and meditation practice of mind, body and spirit, based on the principles of "Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance"; and

WHEREAS Since its public introduction in 1992 by Mr. Li Hongzhi, Falun Dafa teachings have helped over 100 million people worldwide improve their health, elevate their mind, uplift their spirit, and deepen their understanding of life, humanity, and the universe; and

WHEREAS More men and women of Canada are learning the practice and purifying their hearts, energizing their bodies, and embracing peaceful, virtuous communities; and

WHEREAS Falun Dafa emphasizes a holistic approach to health that includes the cultivation of one's moral character by following the universe's benevolent characteristics of Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance, as well as practicing gentle qigong exercises; and

WHEREAS Falun Dafa transcends cultural and racial boundaries and contributes to the universal dream of peaceful, tolerant, and more compassionate society;

Now, therefore, be it resolved that the District of Mission

hereby proclaims May 2011 as

"Falun Dafa Month"

IN WITNESS WHEREOF this 16th day of May, 2011

MAYOR JAMES ATEBE

DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF CORPORATE ADMINISTRATION