Following Donald Trump's executive order to prevent entry to the US from citizens of seven countries, the Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau has come forward to confirm that refugees are welcome in Canada.
In a tweet which has now reached over 322 thousand shares, Justin wrote: "To those fleeing persecution, terror & war, Canadians will welcome you, regardless of your faith. Diversity is our strength #WelcomeToCanada." He then tweeted of photo of himself greeting a young girl, simply with the hashtag: "#WelcomeToCanada." A spokesperson for the PM also told The Associated Press: "The Prime Minister is looking forward to discussing the successes of Canada's immigration and refugee policy with the President when they next speak."
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In a tweet which has now reached over 322 thousand shares, Justin wrote: "To those fleeing persecution, terror & war, Canadians will welcome you, regardless of your faith. Diversity is our strength #WelcomeToCanada." He then tweeted of photo of himself greeting a young girl, simply with the hashtag: "#WelcomeToCanada." A spokesperson for the PM also told The Associated Press: "The Prime Minister is looking forward to discussing the successes of Canada's immigration and refugee policy with the President when they next speak."
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