MARKHAM, ONTARIO–( EMWNews – April 4, 2008) – Deepak Obhrai, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Minister of International Cooperation, on behalf of the Honourable Jason Kenney, Secretary of State (Multiculturalism and Canadian Identity), will attend the 2008 Chinese Canadian Entrepreneur Awards Gala tomorrow in Markham.

“The Government of Canada is proud to participate in this outstanding event that recognizes the valuable contributions of Chinese-Canadians to the community,” said Secretary of State Kenney. “Our Government is proud to take this opportunity to recognize and celebrate the value of community engagement.”

“Congratulations to the 2008 recipients of the Chinese Canadian Entrepreneur Awards,” said Mr. Obhrai. “Your hard work, achievements and contributions to the prosperity and success of our communities and the Canadian economy serve as an inspiration to us all.”

“For the 2008 Chinese Canadian Entrepreneur Awards, we would like to thank Mr. Obhrai for his presence as the federal government representative at this gala event,” said Joanna Lo, President of the Association of Chinese Canadian Entrepreneurship.

The Government of Canada is committed to reaching out to all Canadians and is developing lasting relationships with ethnic and religious communities in Canada. It encourages these communities to participate fully in Canadian society by enhancing their level of economic, social, and cultural integration.

This news release is available on the Internet at www.canadianheritage.gc.ca under Media Room.