On behalf of all Members of Council, we express our collective sorrow for those affected by the ongoing brutality inflicted upon innocent civilians in the Middle East.
I know many of our local Jewish and Palestinian communities are struggling, and my heart truly breaks for those impacted by the merciless destruction of lives and property, and restriction of humanitarian supplies.
Prime Minister Trudeau has recently announced an initial funding commitment to humanitarian assistance in the region and vows that Canada will continue to look for ways to support civilians – both Palestinians and Israelis – and ensure that as many civilians are kept safe during this terrible conflict.
I share in our Government’s profound concern for the loss of Israeli and Palestinian civilian life, and reinforce its steadfast support for the protection of civilians, both Israeli and Palestinian.
On behalf of Council, I give our heartfelt condolences to the people and communities that have been impacted by this unimaginable trauma. We will continue to keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Kevin Ashe
Mayor, City of Pickering
