Report from Montreal, Canada

[Montreal] On January 23, a celebration for Lunar New Year was held at Montreal's Palais des Congrès. There, a booth was prepared by the Montreal Center of The Supreme Master Ching Hai International Association. Our exhibit attracted many visitors, who caught sight of Master's videos being shown on two large television screens located in the booth.

Throughout the day, we spoke with many people. Some expressed interest in pursuing a vegetarian diet, some wished to listen to Master's music, and some simply wanted to admire the beauty of Her artistic designs and creations.

We also spoke with Mr. Jacques Saada, a representative of the Prime Minister of Canada, he is a Liberal Deputy, and Commandant Masson, Chief of the Montreal Urban Police Force, both of whom visited our booth accompanied by their spouses. The Chief of Police asked a sister initiate for a summary of the Convenient Method practice, while the Deputy Minister stated that he was particularly impressed with the serenity he could see shining through our eyes. He added that, in fact, it was the great tranquillity emanating from our booth that had attracted him to it. After speaking with us, he took a flyer and departed with the words: "You will see me again, for sure, as soon as my schedule allows it!"

At 4:00 PM, we distributed Master's New Year's gifts to the less fortunate, particularly elderly people living alone and families with more than four small children. Members of the Aulacese, Chinese and Western communities all benefited. Expressions of joy and happiness could be seen on the smiling faces of the fortunate gift recipients as they departed from our booth.

Letter of appreciation from recipients of
Master's love

Expenses for the Lunar New Year 2000 Exhibits and Gift Distribution
Master's Generous Gifts to the Less Fortunate in Montreal, Canada

Item Description	Amount (in CAN $)	Receipts No.
Exhibition booth expenses: Rent, display panels, electricity	¢C600.00	A
Gifts to needy families and individuals: Rice, cakes, sweets, lotus candies, tea, drinks	¢C1,415.61	B
Towels, soap, toothpaste, toothbrushes, and other toiletry items	¢C691.27	C
Financial assistance (red envelopes with lucky money)	¢C1200.00
Miscellaneous expenses:Photocopies, New Year cards, photographs, gift bags	¢C447.34	D
Total Expenses	CAN$4,354.22 US $3,002.91
Master's Contribution	US $3,000.00

Receipts