It is an honour as Health Minister, Minister Responsible for the Territories and MP of Nunavut to wish everyone a Happy Canada Day.

On Canada’s 142nd birthday, this is an opportunity for all Canadians from coast to coast to coast to join together and celebrate what we share in this great country we call our home.

Canada is vast and beautiful with a rich history. It is a time to reflect on our achievements and our rich cultural diversity.

We should all feel proud of the culture, traditions and Heritage we have in Nunavut.

Our language and way of life is still thriving. This is because of our determination to maintain our traditional way of life, to protect our heritage and yet also, learn about other cultures.

July 1st is a day to realize our good fortune and the freedoms and rights that come with living in a peaceful democracy. On this Canada Day, I encourage you to take the time to look back on the good things we have in this country, and all that our ancestors have done to bring us to our 142nd birthday.

Leona Aglukkaq
Minister of Health
Minister Responsible for the Territories
MP of Nunavut