January 27, 2025 

Eighty years ago, on January 27, 1945, the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp was liberated. More than one million people were sent to their deaths at this camp during the Holocaust.

Canada and the international community are marking this somber anniversary to remind us of the dangers of antisemitism, and all forms of hostility towards diverse communities.

As we honour the memories of those who suffered, we must also confront the realities of antisemitism that persist today. We have a collective responsibility to foster a culture of respect in communities across our country, and online.

As we are doing with Reconciliation, let us learn from history so that the unspeakable mistakes of the past are never repeated.

Let us work together to build an equal society that values diversity and human dignity, and that celebrates the contributions of every Canadian.

Mary Simon

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