07/01/2023
🇨🇦💙 Happy Canada Day! 🍁🎉
A message from Dr. Phan
Reflecting on my journey, there’s an overwhelming sense of gratitude for the incredible opportunities this beautiful country has bestowed on us. As a family of Vietnamese refugees, we arrived in Canada with nothing but $20 in our pockets. Yet, here we are, together, healthy and living a life we only dreamed about when once sleeping in refugee camps.
Canada, you embraced us with open arms, nurturing our dreams and giving us the chance to build a new life filled with hope and possibilities. While it wasn’t always easy it was definitely worth the fortitude. From the bottom of our hearts, we are forever grateful.
Today, as we celebrate the spirit of this great nation, I am filled with immense pride to call myself a Canadian. This land of hope and acceptance has taught us the true meaning of unity and resilience.
Let us cherish this day, honouring the sacrifices of those who came before us, and recognizing the strength of our country. Together, let's continue to create a brighter future, where individual's potential can be realized.
Happy Canada Day, my Canadian family! Let us embrace the values that make this country truly exceptional, and let our gratitude inspire us to make a positive difference every day.
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