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I think it is high time someone speaks up for the Jewish community, since Canada seems to be the only country on the side of Israel, their homeland. May I say with respect they did not choose, they were chosen like the royals.
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Some 50 years ago I had the opportunity to work daily with young people of all nationalities. I always thought Canadians stood head and shoulders above the rest. That is how as a young woman I chose to come to Canada.
I came to the conclusion that Canadians and Jewish people have a lot in common. I just hope other cities and Canada as a whole take note and follow VictoriaB次元官网网址檚 lead.
Thank you for the privilege to live among you. Once again I congratulate myself for choosing this country.
It is on days like Jan. 8 I presume that it must feel good to be our creator.
Wilma Johannesma
Victoria
