The Hon. Andrew Scheer, the Leader of Canada’s Conservatives, issues statement for Chuseok

SEPTEMBER 13, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Ottawa, ON – The Hon. Andrew Scheer, Leader of the
Canada’s Conservatives, issued the following statement:

“Today,
Koreans in Canada and around the world gather to celebrate the beginning of the
harvest festival Chuseok.

“During
this festival, Koreans give thanks and pay tribute to their ancestors by
attending a memorial service, Charye, and visiting ancestral graves to show
their respect, a custom known as Seongmyo. During the festival, Korean families
get together to share traditional feasts and share their stories.

“Chuseok provides an opportunity for all Canadians to reflect on the
contributions of Canada’s vibrant Korean community.

“Canada
and South Korea enjoy an important relationship based on mutual respect,
admiration and common history. Above all, our countries will be forever linked
by the Canadian blood spilt during the 1950-1953 Korean War in defence of the
freedom of Korea and to stop communist aggression. That Canadian sacrifice will
forever be remembered by our two nations.

“Canada’s
Conservatives will also continue to support the Korean community in Canada and
strengthen bilateral ties between our two nations. It was under the previous
Conservative government that we signed the historic Canada-Korea Free Trade
Agreement, which to this day continues to serve for the benefit of both
countries by creating jobs and opportunities.

“On
behalf of Canada’s Conservatives, I wish all Koreans and their families a happy
Chuseok!”

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