TORONTO, February 18, 2012 - Grenadians in Toronto, Canada are
continuing their observance of the nation’s 38th Anniversary of
Independence with a Gala at Liberty Grand in Toronto on Saturday.
Prime Minister Tillman Thomas will join compatriots in celebrating the
anniversary under the theme, “Breaking all barriers, striving for greater
achievements under one flag”.
Saturday’s Gala, a sold-out event, is the penultimate event in the
programme of activities organised by the Grenada Independence Planning Committee
in partnership with the Consulate General in Toronto and the Grenada
Association – Toronto.
The Prime Minister, who arrived in Toronto on Thursday, met with staff
at the Consulate, held a radio interview and also met with executive members of
several Grenadian organisations in Toronto.
On Friday, Mr Thomas held a press conference at the Consulate and
later met with members of the Independent United Order of Solomon (Pride of
Toronto Chapter Inc.), headed by Lloyd Seivright. The Prime Minister also
accepted seven (7) wheelchairs and crutches donated for each parish. Prime
Minister Thomas also met with the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario Legislative,
Hon. David Onley.
The Grenadian leader was kept busy on Friday as he also attended a
reception meeting hosted by G. Raymond Chang, Chancellor of Ryerson University,
Business Leader and Philanthropist and his wife Donette Chin-Loy.
Also attending this reception were recently elected member of
Provincial Parliament, Michael Coteau, whose family is from Carriacou as well
as Mr Colin Dowe, who is representing St George’s University, sponsors of the Literary
Night which is scheduled for February 26.
Throughout his meetings in Toronto, Prime Minister Thomas reiterated
that Grenada is a safe destination with very hospitable people, as well as
emphasising the excellent business climate on the island.
He said that the government continues to create opportunities for
young people especially in health sector training, ICT and agri-business.
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