Alberta, Canada: Five Cities and Towns Issue Letters and Proclamations for World Falun Dafa Day
(Minghui.org) May 13, 2020 is the 28th anniversary of Falun Dafa’s public introduction and the 21st World Falun Dafa Day. Mayors of five cities or towns in Alberta, Canada proclaimed Falun Dafa Day or issued congratulatory letters to mark the occasion.
City of Cold Lake Proclaims May 13 Falun Dafa Day
Mayor Craig Copeland of the City of Cold Lake
Falun Dafa Day Proclamation in the City of Cold Lake
The proclamation states:
“Falun Dafa is an advanced ancient exercise and meditation practice of mind, body, and spirit based on the universal principles of Truthfulness, Compassion and Forbearance,” Mayor Copeland stated in the proclamation.
“Falun Dafa practitioners follow the principles and incorporate them into their daily lives, striving to become better people in all environments and situations;
“Falun Dafa has benefited both physically and spiritually tens of millions of people in over 100 countries around the word since its public introduction in China on May 13, 1992;
“Falun Dafa transcends cultural and racial boundaries and contributes to a more peaceful, tolerance and compassionate society.”
Town of Devon Proclaims May 13 Falun Dafa Day
Mayor Ray Ralph of the Town of Devon
Falun Dafa Day Proclamation in the Town of Devon
“On behalf of our Town of Devon Council, Administration and residents, I would like to recognize both May as Falun Dafa Month and Falun Dafa Day’s 28th Anniversary on May 13th, 2020,” Mayor Ray Ralph stated in his letter.
“This year Falun Dafa Day has a special significance as we all band together across the world to practice the principles of Falun Dafa during the difficult time associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. By working together and channeling our inner strength we will overcome this and emerge stronger than we were before together.”
City of Grand Prairie Marks World Falun Dafa Day
Mayor Bill Given of the City of Grand Prairie
Letter from the City of Grand Prairie
“The guiding principles of Falun Dafa – Truthfulness, Compassion, and Tolerance – are complementary to the values of many citizens of the city of Grande Prairie,” Mayor Bill Given stated in his letter. “We wish you all the best as you celebrate Falun Dafa Day on May 13th, and as you continue to promote peace and harmony in our diverse nation.”
City of Spruce Grove Congratulates Falun Dafa Day
Mayor Stuart Houston of the City of Spruce Grove
Letter from the City of Spruce Grove
“The teachings of Falun Dafa inspire people around the world to commit to the principles of truth, harmony and compassion, while faithfully thinking of others before themselves,” Mayor Stuart Houston stated in his letter.
“The ways of Falun Dafa teach people to improve their spiritual, mental and physical well-being, and serve as guiding principles for a good society.”
City of Beaumont Congratulates Falun Dafa Month
Mayor John Stewart of the City of Beaumont
Letter from the City of Beaumont
“Falun Dafa’s principles of truthfulness, compassion and forbearance are timely and poignant during the COVID-19 pandemic,” Mayor John Stewart stated in his letter.
“These universal values are embraced by Canadians and are key to our free, diverse and democratic society. It is by following these guiding principles exemplified by those who practice Falun Dafa that Canada will overcome this adversity and emerge stronger as a society and nation.”