Premier Dalton McGunity expressed his deepest gratitude to his audience at Islamic Muslim Organization (IMP) at Etobicoke on Friday. He was having iftar dinner with more than 350 Muslims.

“Thank you for choosing Ontario and Canada as your home.”

“Thank you for enriching us in every way especially with your traditions, values and culture.”

Premier McGuinty greeted by officials of IMO

Premier Dalton McGuinty

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Ontario Minister of Citizenship & Immigration Dr. Eric Hoskins

Premier McGuinty dines with Minister Eric Hoskins, MPP Dr. Qaadri, Omar Farook, MP Kristy Duncan and MP Wrzesnewky

Mindful of families’ presence there, Premier McGuinty thanked parents and grandparents for keeping alive the values and culture that our ancestors try so hard to pass on to their future generations. These values, he said, enriches Ontario and makes it a better place for all Ontarians and Canadians.

Generous with his time, Premier McGuinty recounted what we as Canadians want: education, safe and clean environment, a strong economy that gives jobs to people and peace.

With great pride, he shared with his audience that Ontario Liberal Caucus has four Muslim members that contribute so much to Canada.

Mindful of flood victims in Pakistan, Mr. McGuinty applauded IMO’s efforts to fundraise for Pakistanis in their dire need. McGuinty government has donated an additional $800,000 to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, bringing the total donated to $1 million.

Ontario Minister of Citizenship and Immigration Dr. Eric Hoskins, MPP Dr. Shafiq Qaadri, MP Kristy Duncan and MP Boris Wrzesnewskyj were also present at the event.