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Editorial
CONSULATE-GENERAL OF JAMAICA
My Fellow Jamaicans and Friends,
This year our beloved country, Jamaica, celebrates its sixtieth anniversary as an independent nation.
Jamaicans in the Greater Toronto, Hamilton and Niagara Areas will mark this occasion spectacularly with a range of events. Most notably will be the Special Illumination of Niagara Falls, flag raising ceremonies, church services, sporting and cultural extravaganzas, music festivals and much more.
This period of celebrations provides the opportunity for us to reflect on our accomplishments and our journey as a young nation.
Jamaica for its small size and stature has experienced many firsts.
We have demonstrated to the world our indomitable spirit, and our tenacity to overcome any adversity. Added to this, is our cultural and sporting prowess which have captivated the world. There is no denying that reggae music inspires people of every culture and creed.
It is therefore vital for us as Jamaicans to give thanks to the Lord for imbuing us with so many gifts and talents.
Jamaicans are outstanding sportsmen and women, poet laureates, scientists, educators, legal luminaries and savvy business leaders.
On the international stage, Jamaica is well-known and respected for its rich and legacy in diplomacy and principled Foreign Policy.
We have shown consistently our exemplary leadership in the bilateral and multilateral arenas; championing the cause of Small Island Developing States.
As we chart the way forward for the next milestone in our independence, let us strengthen our resolve and foundations of greatness for the benefit of future generations of Jamaicans.
