Prime Minister welcomes appointment of new Information Commissioner
March 2, 2018
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today welcomed the appointment of Caroline Maynard as the new Information Commissioner.
This appointment, which was recently approved by the House of Commons and the Senate, is effective March 1, 2018.
The Office of the Information Commissioner was established in 1983 under the Access to Information Act, Canada’s freedom of information legislation. The Information Commissioner is an independent agent of Parliament appointed by both Houses of Parliament for a term of seven years.
Caroline Maynard was chosen as the nominee for the position of Information Commissioner through the Government’s open, transparent, and merit-based appointment process.
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Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on Holi
March 2, 2018
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the occasion of Holi:
“Today, we join Hindu communities in Canada and around the world to celebrate Holi, also known as the Festival of Colours.
“Holi marks the end of winter and the arrival of spring. To celebrate, friends and families join together to sing, dance, eat delicacies, light bonfires, and paint each other with brightly coloured powders and dyes.
“While a joyous occasion, Holi also allows for more serious reflection on the traditional notions of good and evil, and the ultimate triumph of light over darkness. It is also an opportunity to renew and strengthen friendships, and look to the year ahead with optimism and hope.
“Holi is celebrated by Hindus and non-Hindus alike in many parts of the world, including here in Canada. These celebrations remind us that our diversity is our greatest strength. Today, we take time to recognize the tremendous contributions that Canadians of Hindu faith make to our country, and reaffirm our commitment to building a stronger, more prosperous, and more inclusive Canada.
“On behalf of our family, Sophie and I wish all those celebrating Holi a fun-filled, happy, and colourful festival.
“Holi Hai!”
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