President Duterte ’ s Christmas Message
The Prime Minister , Justin Trudeau , today issued the following statement on Christmas :
“ Merry Christmas , Canada ! “ In 2017 , people across Canada gave us much reason to be proud , and showed us the strength in our diversity . Canadians are neighbours helping neighbours , sharing warmth , compassion , and generosity — not just at Christmas , but all year round .
“ For Christians around the world , this season is a time to celebrate Jesus Christ and his message of compassion . For all of us , it is a chance to come together to give thanks for everything that unites us .
“ As the 150th anniversary of Confederation draws to a close , all of us have a role to play in shaping our world for the better . In the New Year , and throughout the years to come , let ’ s commit to making a difference . Whether by lending a hand to a neighbour , or volunteering for a cause we believe in , let ’ s give generously , and live out the values that bring us together .
“ Let ’ s also reach out and listen — to those next door , across the aisle , and at the dinner table . Building a better world starts where we work and live , in our communities , and at home .
“ During the holidays , I also ask you take a moment to remember our brave servicewomen and men , and their families . They make extraordinary sacrifices to keep us safe .
“ From our family to yours , Hadrien , Ella-Grace , Xavier , Sophie , and I wish you joy , health , love , and peace this holiday season . Merry Christmas .”
HEADLINE PHILIPPINE ASIAN NEWS TODAY December 16 - 31 , 2017
President Duterte ’ s Christmas Message
Statement by the Prime Minister on Christmas
The Prime Minister , Justin Trudeau , today issued the following statement on Christmas :
“ Merry Christmas , Canada ! “ In 2017 , people across Canada gave us much reason to be proud , and showed us the strength in our diversity . Canadians are neighbours helping neighbours , sharing warmth , compassion , and generosity — not just at Christmas , but all year round .
“ For Christians around the world , this season is a time to celebrate Jesus Christ and his message of compassion . For all of us , it is a chance to come together to give thanks for everything that unites us .
“ As the 150th anniversary of Confederation draws to a close , all of us have a role to play in shaping our world for the better . In the New Year , and throughout the years to come , let ’ s commit to making a difference . Whether by lending a hand to a neighbour , or volunteering for a cause we believe in , let ’ s give generously , and live out the values that bring us together .
“ Let ’ s also reach out and listen — to those next door , across the aisle , and at the dinner table . Building a better world starts where we work and live , in our communities , and at home .
“ During the holidays , I also ask you take a moment to remember our brave servicewomen and men , and their families . They make extraordinary sacrifices to keep us safe .
“ From our family to yours , Hadrien , Ella-Grace , Xavier , Sophie , and I wish you joy , health , love , and peace this holiday season . Merry Christmas .”
Prime Minister announces appointment of the Honourable Sheilah L . Martin to the Supreme Court of Canada
Ottawa , Ontario - The Prime Minister , Justin Trudeau , today announced the appointment of the Honourable Sheilah L . Martin to the Supreme Court of Canada effective immediately . First appointed as a judge in 2005 , Justice Martin served on the Court of Queen ’ s Bench of Alberta in Calgary until June 2016 when she was appointed as a judge of the Courts of Appeal of Alberta , the Northwest Territories , and Nunavut . She has also served as a Deputy Judge for the Supreme Court of Yukon since 2009 . Throughout her thirty-year career , she has maintained a strong focus on education , equality rights , and increasing the number of underrepresented groups in law schools and the legal profession , including Indigenous Peoples . This appointment is the second under the Government of Canada ’ s new Supreme Court selection process , which promotes greater openness , transparency , and accountability . ( Prime Minister ’ s Web Site ( http :// pm . gc . ca /)
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