Premier Christy Clark has issued the following statement on the occasion of Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year:

"On behalf of all British Columbians, I would like to wish our Jewish community a sweet and happy new year.

Rosh Hashanah and the high holy days are a time for reflection and renewal. It's a time for families, neighbours and communities to get together and observe the prayers and traditions that have lasted centuries, followed in homes and synagogues around the globe.

I wish British Columbia's Jewish community a meaningful Rosh Hashanah and hope the new year brings good health to all.

Shana tova u'metuka."

Contact:

Sam Oliphant
Press Secretary
Office of the Premier
250 952-7252