Statement of the leader of the Official Opposition on Rosh Hashanah

The Leader of the Official Opposition, Tom Mulcair, made the following statement on Rosh Hashanah:

"At this start of the Jewish High Holidays, I would like to offer my best wishes to all those who will be celebrating Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish new year that begins today at sunset.

A time for redemption, forgiveness and renewal, the New Year brings with it and optimism for the future and the opportunity to build a better world.

On behalf of Catherine and I, as well as the whole NDP team, may the New Year bring you health, happiness and peace. We wish you many beautiful celebrations.

Shanah Tovah."