The Hon. Andrew Scheer, Leader of Canada’s Conservatives, issues statement on Christmas

DECEMBER 25, 2019

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

OTTAWA, ON –
The Leader of Canada’s Conservatives and the Official Opposition, the Hon.
Andrew Scheer, issued the following statement to celebrate Christmas:

“Merry
Christmas! Christmas is time to celebrate the birth of Jesus and the hope and
joy that Christ brings. It is a time for family, friendship, giving, and
gratitude.

“Each year,
when Jill and I share the Christmas story with our children, we remind them
that in many countries Christians are persecuted and that as Canadians, we are
blessed to be able to celebrate Christmas openly and without fear. 

“As we
celebrate Christmas with our own families, let us also keep in mind those for
whom the holidays may be difficult in some way, and all who are less fortunate.
During these cold winter months, many Canadians reveal the true warmth of this
country by volunteering their time and opening up their homes. These acts of
kindness are what fill me with pride to call this beautiful country our home,
and these wonderful people our neighbours.

“During this
time, we also thank the men and women of the Canadian armed forces and first
responders who are standing on guard for us, far from home and family. Let us
pray for them and keep them in our thoughts as their hard work allows us to
continue enjoying the blessings of this country throughout the Christmas
season.

“From my
family to yours, we wish you a very Merry Christmas.”

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For more information, please contact:

Julie Pham

(613) 947-9932

Julie.Pham@parl.gc.ca

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