Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
September 20, 2017
Minister Hawkins Wishes Jewish Newfoundlanders and Labradorians a Happy Rosh Hashanah
The Honourable Al Hawkins, Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour, wishes all Jewish Newfoundlanders and Labradorians a happy Rosh Hashanah.
Rosh Hashanah is the Jewish New Year and is generally a time of prayer for a peaceful and prosperous year ahead. Families gather to hear the blowing of a special ram’s horn trumpet called the Shofar, a symbolic call for them to reflect on any wrongdoings over the past year and seek forgiveness. The holiday also features merriment and celebration, including festive meals and sweet delicacies shared with loved ones.
Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the Days of Awe and begins this evening, ending on Friday, September 22.
In The Way Forward on Immigration in Newfoundland and Labrador, the Provincial Government committed to publicly acknowledge cultural holidays and events. Recognizing these celebrations increases awareness of diversity in this province and helps newcomers feel welcome in their communities.
Quotes
“It is my pleasure to wish Jewish Newfoundlanders and Labradorians a happy Rosh Hashanah. We all share in the hope that the Jewish community throughout this province and around the world enjoys a peaceful year ahead. L’shona Tova!”
Honourable Al Hawkins
Minister of Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
Learn more
Office of Immigration and Multiculturalism - www.nlimmigration.ca/ 
The Way Forward on Immigration in Newfoundland and Labrador – www.aesl.gov.nl.ca/publications/pdf/ImmigrationPlan.pdf
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Advanced Education, Skills and Labour
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2017 09 20 2:25 p.m.