March 20, 2021

Dear Friends:

I am pleased to extend my warmest greetings to the members of the Civic Association of Iranian Canadians as you celebrate Nowruz.

Nowruz marks the beginning of spring and the New Year in the Persian calendar. To celebrate this occasion, family and friends would normally gather around the haftseen table to share festive meals, exchange gifts, and reflect on the past year.

While this year’s festivities will certainly look different as we continue to follow public health guidelines to stop the spread of COVID-19, this occasion still offers a wonderful opportunity to exchange warm wishes, give thanks for one’s blessings and look to the year ahead with optimism and hope. For all Canadians, it is a chance to honour the many communities that observe Nowruz and their important contributions to our country.

On behalf of the Government of Canada, I wish everyone celebrating all the best in the year ahead.

"Har Ruz-etan Nowrouz, Nowruz-etan Pyrouz."

Yours sincerely,

The Rt. Hon. Justin P. J. Trudeau, P.C., M.P.

Prime Minister of Canada