 Hello everyone, bonjour à tous, chag sa mère. Tonight at Sundown, Jewish people in Canada and around the world will mark the Jewish New Year, Rosh Hashanah. This is a moment for coming together, for festive meals, prayers at synagogue, and the blowing of the shofar. And for reflecting on the year that has passed while looking ahead with hope and optimism. The last two years have been difficult, but I am very happy to know that you will be more gathered for the festivities this year. The apples planted in the honey, the time spent with the family and friends, this celebration puts in value several traditions. It is a moment of reflection and renewal towards the year that comes. This celebration also offers Canadians the opportunity to thank the Jewish community for everything it does to fight for a better Canada. My friends, I know how troubling the rise of anti-Semitism has been, and I want to be clear. Our government will always stand up for the Jewish community and will always stand against hatred and anti-Semitism wherever and whenever it exists. Because Canada is a place where diversity and inclusion thrives. It's a place where you will always be able to practice your traditions and faith without fear or intimidation and where we're always striving to do better for our neighbors, for our kids, and for our communities. I hope that this new year that you will enjoy will be filled with health and happiness and that you will be able to share it with the people you love. Shana Tova, Ometoka.