PRIME Minister Mark Carney on Sunday said in a statement on Easter: “Today, I join millions of Christians in Canada and around the world in celebrating Easter.
“Easter is a time to commemorate the resurrection of Jesus Christ and the enduring promise of renewal and redemption.
“We are reminded that compassion is stronger than hate, that light follows darkness, and that hope endures – even in the face of despair.
“On this holy day, we carry forward the example and the blessings of Jesus with optimism for the future.
“Happy Easter, Canada, from my family to yours.”
PREMIER David Eby said: “Today, people in B.C. and around the world are celebrating Easter.
“Easter Sunday is the most important day on the Christian liturgical calendar.
“Easter is the last day in a long season of Christian observances stretching from Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday, through the 40-day fast of Lent, to Holy Thursday and Good Friday.
“For Christians, Easter marks the day that their Saviour, Jesus Christ, was resurrected, making this an important holiday about the triumph of life over death, and key values in Christianity: the ultimate power of love, and the importance of self-sacrifice, putting others first, ahead of ourselves.
“Easter is also widely celebrated as a civic holiday and an opportunity for people to get together with friends and family to eat good food with good company.
“Many families and communities also celebrate by hiding chocolate eggs and other treats for children to find on Easter morning, making this a popular holiday for kids.
“To all those who are celebrating, happy Easter!”
CONSERVATIVE Leader Pierre Poilievre said: “Today, Christians in Canada and around the world mark the central holiday of their faith. In churches and homes, quite literally from coast to coast to coast, they remember and celebrate Christ’s glorious resurrection.
“Easter has a special place in our common Canadian culture; its traditions and customs cherished by many of other faiths and of none.
“As church bells ring across our great land, we remember that freedom of worship and conscience are core Canadian values – and ones to be jealously guarded.
“On behalf of His Majesty’s Loyal Opposition and the Conservative Party of Canada, I wish you all a very happy Easter!
“Christ is risen!”
