Ottawa, (IINA) – Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau offered his congratulations on Monday to Canada’s Muslims and Muslims around the world on the advent of the holy month of Ramadan.
The prime minister said in a statement: “Muslims in Canada and around the world will embark upon a month-long spiritual journey of fasting, prayer, and reflection to commemorate the revealing of the Qur’an to Prophet Mohammad”.

“During Ramadan, Muslims fast during daylight hours to increase their patience, closeness to God, and generosity towards those less fortunate. It is a time of community, when Muslims invite neighbors and friends to share their evening meal (Iftar), recite prayers together, and encourage each other to give to charity”, he added.

He also praised the contributions of the Muslim communities for enriching the Canadian “national fabric each and every day”.

He pointed out that Canada’s cultural diversity is one of its greatest strengths. Trudeau concluded his statement by saying in Arabic “Ramadan Mubarak”, which is said to wish a “blessed” Ramadan upon another.