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Consulate General of Sri Lanka, Toronto
Participating the Eid Lunch hosted by the Association of Progressive Muslims of Canada
Consul General Mr. Thushara Rodrigo joined the Eid Lunch hosted by the Association of Progressive Muslims of Canada (APMC) on 26th April 2023 at the Legislative Assembly of Ontario at Queen Park, Toronto
Members and the officials of the APMC, religious dignitaries, diplomats, Provincial Ministers and Provincial Members of Parliament attended the event.
The Consul General of the United States delivered the speech on behalf of the Consular Corp while few provincial ministers extended their best wishes for the Muslims community in Canada and around the world during their speeches.
They also highlighted that Canada is a unique place where multi-cultural, multiethnic and multi religious values are highly respected and the people from various countries are integrated into the Canadian society. Also, few leading religious dignitaries made few speeches, and the event was followed by lunch.
Some Provincial Ministers and the Members of Provincial Parliament of Ontario shown an interest on the current developments in Sri Lanka and the Consul General shared some information on the constructive approach of the new government for the reconciliation and economic recovery. Also Sri Lanka’s progressive engagement with the world financial mechanisms, the United Nations and Commonwealth Secretariat were highlighted.
Some photographs taken at the Eid lunch are attached.
Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Toronto
26th April 2023
Celebration of 75th Anniversary of Independence of Sri Lanka in Toronto
The Consulate General of Sri Lanka in Toronto organized the celebration of the 75th Anniversary of Independence of Sri Lanka on 04 February 2023 with the participation of Sri Lankan-Canadians living in the Ontario province.
Head of the Peel Region Police Chief Nishan Duraiappah and Prof. Sivakumar Gulasingam, both prominent individuals of Sri Lankan heritage in Canada were invited as the Guests of Honor for this historic anniversary celebration. Police Chief Nishan Duraiappah was represented by Superintendent Raj Biring at the celebration. Both Superintendent Raj Biring and Prof. Sivakumar Gulasingam in their remarks at the event congratulated Sri Lanka and her people on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of independence.
The messages of the President, the Prime Minister and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Sri Lanka were delivered at the event.
Consul General of Sri Lanka in Toronto Thushara Rodrigo addressed the gathering inviting all Sri Lankan Canadians to support the reconciliation and economic recovery efforts of the Government of Sri Lanka and to closely work with the Consulate General to achieve these objectives. The Consul General highlighted the importance of the geographical location of the island for the world maritime security network and international trade, and requested Sri Lankan-Canadian expatriates and the business community to take advantage of Sri Lanka's geo-strategic location to further expand economic engagement with Sri Lanka and enter the Asian market through this gateway.
The celebration included a multicultural dance performance, a Sri Lankan Batik fashion show, a tourism promotion segment, and Sri Lanka's Lion Beer brand promotion. Guests were served authentic Sri Lankan cuisine.
The Sri Lankan expatriate community and well-wishers supported the Consulate General to organize the celebration through sponsorships and in-kind contributions.
Consulate General of Sri Lanka
Toronto
13 February 2023
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FOREIGN MINISTER CONVEYS SRI LANKA’S APPRECIATION TO CUBA FOR SUPPORT DURING COVID-19
The Minister of Foreign Relations Dinesh Gunawardena conveyed his deep appreciation to the Cuban Government for the support extended through the dispatch of a Cuban medical team to the Republic of Haiti to attend to the medical needs of Sri Lankans employed in Haiti. The Foreign Minister conveyed these sentiments during a meeting with the Cuban Ambassador in Sri Lanka Juana Elena Ramos Rodriguez on Tuesday 12 May at the Foreign Ministry. The five-member medical team was dispatched by the Cuban authorities on the express request of the Sri Lankan Government to support the over-100 apparel sector employees in Haiti.
The medical team which arrived in Haiti on 7 May, advised the Sri Lankan employees on best practices to be adopted for the prevention of COVID-19 spread, regular health screening, and primary care for those in need. In this regard, Minister Gunawardena once again conveyed his gratitude to the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Cuba Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla through the Cuban envoy in Colombo.
The Foreign Minister also discussed COVID-19 containment measures adopted by Sri Lanka and Cuba, assistance sought by the Sri Lankan Government in obtaining diagnostic medical items from the Cuban Government to contain the virus, as well as future strategies for economic cooperation. Ambassador Rodriguez commended the Sri Lankan Government for the successful COVID-19 containment measures implemented through timely and centralized action, making use of the effective health system prevalent in the country.
The Cuban Ambassador updated the Foreign Minister on developments in Cuba and the Caribbean region, activities of the Caribbean Community (CARICOM), and connectivity between Cuba and the European and Asian regions. The discussion also focused on existing cooperation between Sri Lanka and Cuba in the bilateral and multilateral spheres on issues of relevance.
Ministry of Foreign Relations
Colombo
12 May 2020
Toronto Sri Varasiththi Vinaayagar Hindu Temple Annual Chariot Festival
Sri Lanka Consulate General in Toronto participated at the Annual Chariot Festival of the Sri Varasiththi Vinaayagar Hindu Temple on 23rd July 2022 at the invitation extended by the Chief Priest and the Board of Trustees of the Hindu Temple.
The festival was attended by more than 10,000 Sri Lankan Canadian Tamils including high-profile business community representing a cross section of their population. Also, the festival was attended by several Canadian provincial political dignitaries and senior officials of the public and private sector of Canada. The Canadian political leaders highly commended the contribution of the Sri Lankan Canadian Tamils towards cultural diversity and socio-economic development of Canada. They highlighted that Canada has become home to the largest Sri Lanka expatriate Tamil population in the world.
This festival reflected the broadening space in the moderate Tamil community for a welcoming engagement with Sri Lanka. This moderate Canadian Tamil segment of the population mainly represents academics, professionals, and high-profile business community. They have shown interest for increasing presence in Sri Lanka in the economic development. There is a growing trend of submitting dual citizen applications by this segment having prospects for broader engagement in Sri Lanka. The Consulate General in Toronto is providing consular services for an increasing number of Sri Lankan Canadian Tamil community and representing their social, cultural and community events. Sri Lanka may utilize this platform and the political force to strengthen the reconciliation efforts of Sri Lanka through some constructive engagements on a clear roadmap.
Consulate General of Sri Lanka
Toronto
26th July, 2022
INDIA DONATES 4TH CONSIGNMENT OF ESSENTIAL MEDICINES TO SRI LANKA
The Deputy High Commissioner of India in Colombo Vinod Jacob today made a token handover of the fourth consignment of essential medicines and medical items to Minister of Foreign Relations Dinesh Gunawardena, Minister of Health and Indigenous Medical Services Pavithra Wanniarachchi, and Foreign Secretary Ravinatha Aryasinha at the Ministry of Foreign Relations.
The consignment, which consists of around 12.5 tonnes of medicines and equipment arrived by a special Indian flight on 8 May 2020 in Sri Lanka, marks Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s initiative to assist the neighbouring and partner countries to combat COVID-19 pandemic.
Following the symbolic handing over event, the Deputy High Commissioner called on the Foreign Relations Minister for a brief meeting to review the ongoing bilateral cooperation in the fields of politics, trade, tourism, health and regional affairs.
The Foreign Relations Minister appreciated the continued support of India in sharing vital resources including medical supplies as donations in the current period of common challenges. Minister Gunawardena expressed gratitude to the Indian Government for expeditious action in relation to the repatriation of Sri Lankan nationals in India in the midst of a national lockdown.
Ministry of Foreign Relations
Colombo
11 May 2020
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