Statement by Prime Minister Carney on Yom Kippur

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From 200-mile treks to synagogue to spiritual striving, readers share the rituals that define Judaism's holiest day for them.

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"Beginning at sundown tonight, Jewish communities in Canada and around the world will gather for Yom Kippur.As the holiest day in Judaism, Yom Kippur – the Day of Atonement – brings to a close the Ten Days of Repentance that began with Rosh Hashanah.

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It is a day set apart for seeking forgiveness, making amends, and reflecting on the year that has passed.Those observing will gather for the Kol Nidre service, fast, and devote themselves to prayer, reflection, and repentance.

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At its close, families and communities will come together to break their fast and look ahead to the year to come.At the heart of Yom Kippur is the belief that renewal begins with honest reflection and responsibility.

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It calls on us to acknowledge where we have fallen short, to seek forgiveness, and to move forward with greater purpose.Jewish communities gather at a time when antisemitism has surged to levels not seen in the post-war period.

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Jewish schools and synagogues have been targeted.

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