Wishing everyone a joyful and peaceful Easter! May this season of renewal bring hope, happiness, and special moments with loved ones. Whether you’re celebrating with family, enjoying some well-deserved rest, or indulging in a few chocolate eggs, I hope your Easter is filled with warmth and cheer.

DID YOU KNOW?

Artist: Rose Mary Berlin

According to an old Polish legend, many springtime's ago a mother cat was crying at the bank of the river in which her kittens were drowning.  The willows at the river's edge longed to help her, so they swept their long graceful branches into the waters to rescue the tiny kittens who had fallen into the river while chasing butterflies.  The kittens gripped on tightly to their branches and were safely brought to shore.  Each springtime since, goes the legend, the willow branches sprout tiny fur-like buds at their tips where the tiny kittens once clung.

Our province is a vibrant mosaic of cultures, traditions, and beliefs—a true reflection of the strength found in our diversity.

You will see in this newsletter,  families across the province have come together to celebrate Passover, Easter, and Vaisakhi and the remainder of Sikh Heritage Month.  We are reminded of the deep roots and rich traditions that shape our shared identity.

These meaningful celebrations highlight the importance of inclusion, mutual respect, and understanding—values that define who we are as a community. In the spirit of our provincial motto,

From Many Peoples Strengths, we celebrate not just our differences, but the unity and resilience they inspire in all of us.

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