(Minghui.org) On the occasion of the celebration of the 13th World Falun Dafa Day, the 61st birthday of Falun Dafa Founder Master Li Hongzhi, and the 20th anniversary of the introduction of Falun Dafa to the public, several Members of the Ontario Provincial Parliament wrote letters to the Falun Dafa Association of Canada to recognize the teachings of Falun Dafa, Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance; to register their appreciation of the contributions that Falun Dafa makes to society; and to offer best wishes on the celebration of Falun Dafa Month.
Letter from Tim Hudak, M.P.P.
Dear Friends,
On behalf of the Ontario PC Caucus, I would like to extend my warmest greetings to everyone celebrating the 20th anniversary of Falun Dafa.
To promote harmony and tolerance, Mr. Li Hongzhi founded the Falun Dafa practices, which are based on the principles of truthfulness, compassion and forbearance.
This peaceful discipline is practiced around the world, including right here in Ontario. The Falun Dafa Association of Canada has done a remarkable job of welcoming all citizens into your practice, helping them to lead healthier and more fulfilling lives.
As Ontario PC Leader, I wish you all the best as you continue to champion the Falun Dafa principles to Ontarians.
Sincerely,
Tim Hudak, Mpp
Ontario PC Leader
Letter from Randy Hillier, M. P. P.
To the members of Falun Dafa Association Canada,
I would like to thank you for your invitation to attend your 20th anniversary celebration of the introduction of Falun Dafa to the public. I regret to inform that I will be unable to attend your celebration at Nathan Phillips Square on the fifth of May as I have a prior engagement scheduled.
A tolerant, prosperous and fair society is one whose fundamental values are those of freedom, justice and democracy. Unfortunately, we know that, in China, these values do not apply to those who freely chose to practice Falun Dafa , to be truthful, compassionate and forbearing.
In the 20 years since Li Hongzhi initially introduced Falun Dafa to the public, individuals the world over – including myself – have made great neighbors and wonderful friends with practitioners of Falun Dafa. The values that your movement is based on are values which we ought all appreciate and adopt.
Though I am unable to join you this time, I would like to sharing my support of your struggle for your life, liberty and property. Hopefully one day soon, practitioners of Falun Dafa will receive their due justice.
Best regards,
Randy Hillier, M. P. P.
Lanark-Frontenac-Lennox and Addington
Letter from Glen Murray, M.P.P.
Dear friends,
As the MPP for Toronto Center, I am both honored and enthusiastic to bring greetings from the Province of Ontario to the 20th Anniversary of the Falun Dafa Association of Canada on May 13, 2012.
Ontario’s diversity is one of our greatest assets and has made our province one of the best to live in Canada.
I am proud to say that we are home to a large number of Chinese-Canadians both in Ontario and in Toronto Center.
We know that so much of what we are proud of today has come from the generosity and diversity of this dynamic community.
Today’s event allows us to celebrate and increase awareness for cultural traditions that continue to become a part of our unique identity as Ontarians.
It is truly one of our greatest blessings.
Sincerely,
Glen Murray, MPP
Toronto Center
Letter from Rosario Marchese, M.P.P.
Greetings,
This year marks the 20th anniversary of Falun Dafa, and its example of spirituality and compassion. Cultivating mind and body through five exercises, Falun Dafa creates within its practitioners a sense of wisdom and harmonious existence. Almost 100 million people worldwide benefit from Falun Dafa and its cultivation of Taoist and Buddhist schools of thought.
Congratulations on your 20th anniversary – I wish you the best of luck in 2012!
Sincerely,
Rosario Marchese
MPP, Trinity-Spadina
Letter from Jagmenet Singh, M.P.P.
On May 13, people from across the world will celebrate the peace brought by Falun Dafa. Please accept my sincere congratulations on the 20th anniversary of the introduction of Falun Dafa. I extend my appreciation to all the members and volunteers of the association for all of their hard work and dedication. Thank you for sharing your practices and traditions with Ontarians.
Sincerely,
Jagmenet Singh
MPP Bramalea-Gore –Malton
Letter from Michael Prue, M.P.P.
Every day when I come to work at Queen’s Park I see practitioners of Falun Gong on our front lawn. They are there demonstrating their profound principles of truth, compassion and forbearance.
We know there are place in the world where this is not possible. But the amazing resolve of those members in Canada to bring voice about prisoners of conscience is to be commended.
We also acknowledge the world class performing arts groups, Shen Yun, which, through song and dance, portrays thousands of years of history and culture caught up in the events of today.
Best wishes on your 20th Anniversary and for the celebrations taking place today.
Sincerely,
Micheal D. Prue, MPP
Beaches-East York
Letter from Dr. Helena Jaczek, M.P.P.
Dear friends,
On behalf of the Government of Ontario, It is an honor to join in the celebration of the 20th anniversary of Falun Dafa.
This month’s celebrations bring practitioners of Falun Dafa from all over Ontario and our world together in honor and recognition of the principles of Falun Dafa: truthfulness, compassion, and forbearance.
I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Falun Dafa Association of Canada and the many practitioners who have helped continue the practice and tradition of Falun Dafa and spread its peaceful values around the world.
Sincerely,
Dr. Helena Jaczek, MPP
Oak Ridges- Markham
