TORONTO, April 8, 2022 /CNW/ - For the first time this year, Arab Heritage Month could be federally recognized every April. On February 7, 2022, MP David McGuinty introduced Bill C-232 - An Act respecting Arab Heritage Month. The Canadian Arab Institute (CAI) and our community partners have been advocating for a federal Arab Heritage Month across party lines for years. On March 3, the Bill was debated in Parliament for the first time, and received praise from all political parties - you can watch the full debate here. Additionally, CAI is spearheading a coalition of over 35 community organizations across Canada that is requesting the Minister of Canadian Heritage to support the swift passage of Bill C-232.

You can read the full news release here.