Statement from Mayor Adrian Foster to mark the festival of Hanukkah

Clarington, Ontario – Clarington Mayor Adrian Foster has issued the following statement for the beginning of the celebration of Hanukkah.

“On behalf of Clarington Council, I want to offer you our sincerest wishes of health and happiness this Hanukkah and into the future. May the season bring blessings and peace to all those celebrating in our community.

This evening, Jewish members of our community welcome the beginning of Hanukkah. The Festival of Lights symbolizes the power of hope and perseverance in even the darkest times for many in our community.

Happy Hanukkah, may the Festival of Lights be warm and joyful.”