The Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, the Honourable Monte Solberg, launched Canada's Citizenship Week 2006. He marked the occasion by taking part in a special citizenship ceremony swearing in 35 new Canadians.

Canadian Citizenship Week celebrates the value of citizenship through special events and citizenship ceremonies in communities across Canada. This annual event runs from October 16 - 22 where hundreds of people will become Canadian citizens, and thousands of Canadians will reaffirm their commitment to Canada at citizenship ceremonies.

"Citizenship Week is a time to celebrate our shared values as Canadians and recognize that as citizens we have a responsibility to uphold these values," said Minister Solberg. "I am honoured to launch this Citizenship Week by welcoming Canada's newest citizens. New Canadians make a significant social, economic and cultural contribution to the country, and they play a crucial role in building a better Canada."

Source CIC News