(Minghui.org) May 13, 2021 marked the 22^nd annual World Falun Dafa Day and the 29^th anniversary of Falun Dafa’s public introduction. In Canada, a number of Members of Parliament sent greetings via letters or videos to the Falun Dafa Association of Canada to offer their congratulations on World Falun Dafa Day. 

Members of Parliament sent letters or videos to help celebrate World Falun Dafa Day.

Salute to Falun Dafa 

Stephanie Kusie, Member of Parliament (MP) and Shadow Minister of TransportLetter from MP Stephanie Kusie

MP Stephanie Kusie stated in her letter, “This month, we celebrate Falun Dafa, a traditional meditation and self-improvement system of mind, body, and spirit; guided by the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Tolerance – all of which I respect deeply.

“Millions of people around the world benefit from the practice of Falun Dafa, and it has gained respect and support for its peaceful efforts to support human rights and dignity.”

MP Tom Kmiechttp://media4.minghui.org/media/video/2021/5/14/alberta-mp-supports-05.mp4Video from MP Tom KmiecMP Greg McCleanLetter from MP Greg McClean

MP Jag SahotaLetter from MP Jag Sahota

Contributions of Falun Dafa to Society

MP Len WebberLetter from MP Len Webber

MP Len Webber stated in his letter, “Truthfulness, Compassion and Forbearance continue to be guiding core values of Falun Dafa. These values should serve as inspiration and guidance to each of us as we begin the responsibilities and relationships of each day.” 

MP Ron LiepertLetter from MP Ron Liepert

MP Ron Liepert stated in his letter, “Millions of people from diverse cultural backgrounds benefit from practicing Falun Gong, where the free teaching helps people improve their mental, moral, and physical wellbeing and contribute to a more healthy and harmonious society. Freedoms that we as Canadians value and enjoy.” 

MP Kelly McCauleyLetter from MP Kelly McCauley

MP Heather McPhersonhttp://media4.minghui.org/media/video/2021/5/14/alberta-mp-supports-17.mp4Video greeting from MP Heather McPherson

Promoting Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance in the Pandemic

MP John BarlowLetter from MP John Barlow

MP John Barlow stated in his letter, “I commend the Falun Dafa Association for all their hard work, commitment to the community and promotion of peace and harmony to help many Canadians get through these difficult times.” 

MP Mike LakeLetter from MP Mike Lake

MP Mike Lake stated in his letter, “As the world continues to face significant challenges, your teachings on truthfulness, tolerance and compassion are as important now as they have ever been.” MP Shannon StubbsLetter from MP Shannon Stubbs

Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance Will Prevail

MP Pat KellyLetter from MP Pat Kelly

MP Pat Kelly stated in his letter, “You are commended for your perseverance in standing against the Communist Party’s ongoing atrocities with resolute non-violence and persistence in upholding freedom and universal values.”

MP Rachael HarderLetter from MP Rachael Harder

MP Rachael Harder stated in her letter, “Like you, I strongly believe every human being should be treated with the utmost dignity and respect, as we all hold equal worth. No person should be targeted and punished simply due to their religious beliefs. I stand with you in condemning the egregious human rights violations conducted against the Falun Dafa. Conservatives will continue to bring this issue to the forefront of debate and pressure the Chinese government to end these deplorable acts.” 

MP Ziad Aboultaifhttp://media4.minghui.org/media/video/2021/5/14/alberta-mp-supports-29.mp4Video greeting from MP Ziad AboultaifMP Garnett Genuis stated his greetings by video and condemned the CCP’s persecution. 

MP Michael Cooper stated his greetings via video and condemned the CCP’s persecution. 

Background: What is Falun Dafa?

Falun Dafa (also known as Falun Gong) was first introduced to the public by Mr. Li Hongzhi in Changchun, China in 1992. The spiritual discipline is now practiced in over 100 countries and regions worldwide. Millions of people have embraced the teachings—which are based on the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, Forbearance as well as five gentle exercises—and experienced uplifted health and well-being.

Jiang Zemin, former head of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP), perceived the spiritual discipline's growing popularity as a threat to the CCP's atheistic ideology and on July 20, 1999, issued an order to ban the practice.

Minghui.org has confirmed the deaths of thousands of practitioners as a result of the persecution over the past 22 years. The actual number is believed to be much higher. More have been imprisoned and tortured for their faith.

There is concrete evidence that the CCP sanctions the harvesting of organs from detained practitioners, who are murdered to supply the organ transplant industry.

Under Jiang's personal direction, the CCP established the 610 Office, an extralegal security organization with the power to override the police and judicial systems and whose sole function is to carry out the persecution of Falun Dafa.