This article**[China News Network];
China News Service Toronto, December 31 -- On the occasion of the arrival of the New Year in 2024, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Governor General Mary Simon both said frankly that Canadians need to face challenges and pressures brought about by global conflicts and inflation in 2023, and called for a spirit of unity to welcome the new year.
In his New Year's message on the evening of December 31, Trudeau said that Canadians have had some difficult times in the past year. Despite geopolitical instability, global inflation, and Canada's worst wildfire season in history, Canadians have not given up and are caring for their neighbors and supporting each other. Plus** provides targeted inflation relief for households most in need.
Trudeau said there is still a lot to be done. Over the next year, Canada will continue to support the middle class, create good jobs, build more homes, and maintain air quality. He called on everyone to uphold the values of unity, inclusion and diversity to make the country a better place.
In her written message at the end of the year, Mary Simon said that Canadians have collectively faced the consequences of wildfires, flooding and escalating climate change over the past yearConcerted efforts are being made to deal with the impact of global conflict, and the pressures of living in these complex times.
She said she has had the privilege of connecting with Canadians and communities across a series of major events and learning about countless unsung heroes. They turn challenges into opportunities and adapt to change with creativity, resilience, and kindness. Their story is a vivid reflection of the Canadian spirit and shows that everyone can embody perseverance. She looks forward to a 2024 year when Canadians rekindle their connections and face challenges, change and progress with a renewed sense of unity. (ENDS).