Trudeau: Syrian refugees in Canada have become part of it

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau praised the Syrian refugees in Canada, and confirmed that they have become part of the country, and issued a statement marking the fifth anniversary of the reception of Syrian refugees in Canada.

“Five years ago from today, Canadians prepared to receive the first Syrian refugees in Canada as part of the Syrian refugee process, as a country we opened our arms and our hearts to people and families fleeing conflict, insecurity and persecution,” Trudeau said.

“We send a message to the Syrian refugees that our diversity is our strength and I hope you have felt safe over the past five years. This is your country and your home, and we are very happy to be here,” Trudeau added.

In the years since, the Canadian government has worked closely with Canadians, the business community and civil society to resettle nearly 73,000 Syrian refugees in more than 350 communities across the country.

He continued, “Five years ago, I was fortunate to personally receive a number of Syrian refugees upon their arrival at Pearson International Airport in Toronto. Since then, many have learned English and French, and some have become successful students, and others have become Canadian citizens. Renew, and countless people are already giving back to their communities. ”

“We must also find ways to continue protecting refugees fleeing war or violence, and persecuted because of their religion, political affiliation, or sexual orientation by working as a global community, we can find long-term solutions to the many challenges that displaced people and refugees face around the world,” he concluded. .