Statehood Day celebrated in Canada: BiH flag raised at assemblies of several cities

(Patria) - By raising the state flag of Bosnia and Herzegovina at the assemblies of the cities of Hamilton, Mississauga, Calgary, and Toronto, Canada pays tribute to Bosnia and Herzegovina on the occasion of Statehood Day.

"We in Canada never give up on Bosnia and Herzegovina because it is both a country and an idea. It is an inexpressible value. From Canada, we send a strong message that Bosnia and Herzegovina is a sovereign, independent, and indivisible state, recognized within its internationally established borders.

Statehood Day is not just a reminder of the past, but also a pledge for our future. Bosnia and Herzegovina has a rich history, culture, tradition, spirituality, but its future depends on how we present these values around the world. In Canada, this is done in an organized and responsible manner at all levels of government. Let us be ambassadors of Bosnia and Herzegovina wherever we live, because love for the homeland is not just a feeling, but also a responsibility.

May the Statehood Day of Bosnia and Herzegovina be a day of our common pride and determination. Proud of the best sons and daughters of our homeland and responsible towards the future, let us strengthen Bosnia and Herzegovina, a free, independent, sovereign, and indivisible state, home to all its people.

Today, as we celebrate the renewal of statehood, let us also remember our heroes who gave their lives for the freedom of Bosnia and Herzegovina. We raise the flags high in Canada in the name of awakening the national feeling that should guide us through the struggle for one homeland, Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Many Canadian provincial premiers and mayors of Canadian cities congratulated Statehood Day and paid tribute to Bosnia and Herzegovina. The Institute for Research of Genocide Canada wishes a happy Statehood Day to Bosnia and Herzegovina! May this day inspire unity, progress, and a brighter future", states the congratulatory message and statement from IRGC.