Prime Minister Justin Trudeau responds to questions during a year end interview with The Canadian Press in Ottawa, Wednesday December 16, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says the COVID-19 pandemic has created a holiday season nobody wanted.
But in his annual Christmas message, Trudeau says there is hope for the New Year.
He says everyone can agree 2020 has been tough, but Canadians have met the challenging times with generosity, kindness and hope.
He says throughout 2020, neighbours have helped neighbours, kids have given up play dates to be safe, front-line workers have put themselves at risk and businesses have retooled to help in the fight against COVID-19.
Trudeau says Canadians should give thanks for what unites us.