We also talked about Thorncliffe Park area, where Michael was responsible when he was mayor of East York. This region has the largest concentration of Muslim immigrants in Canada and in many of these inhabitants are Ismaili Muslims, a Shiite sect that celebrates the Aga Khan as their spiritual leader. Michael characterizes this group of Muslims as the real success stories of immigrants, because they are often come from other countries with no money and lack of knowledge of English. He admits that when he saw some of them are the winter-sleeved shirts and light cotton trousers, just landed in various places in Africa, thought that would never do.
In recent years, the Ismaili Muslim immigrants have achieved great economic and practically all their children attending university or college. Michael explained that their traditions are unique key to their success, these immigrants take their money and are dedicated to helping each other to achieve a better life. But their generosity and community support is not limited to members of their group are involved in charitable activities to help That other people in communities and environments. Their stated aim is to Become good citizens of the country they belong to and see it as a duty for their country home a better place for all. Michael admits that really underestimated the ability of this group of immigrants and expressed his praise and admiration for a recent public event.
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