Office of the Mayor, City of College Station

Whereas, as founder of Falun Dafa, an advanced system of spiritual cultivation, Li Hongzhi has gained the respect and admiration of people around the world, and

Whereas, Falun Dafa emphasizes health improvements and transcends cultural and racial boundaries; and

Whereas, Li Hongzhi has touched the lives of countless people in many countries, earning acclaimed international reputation,

Now Therefore in recognition of the outstanding success you have achieved in your worthy vocation and in appreciation of the valuable contributions you have made in your unselfish public service for the benefit and welfare of mankind, we extend our best wishes for continued success in your future endeavors.

Approved:

Signature of Lynn Mcllhaney, Mayor

City of College Station

WHEREAS, this Saturday, members of Falun Dafa, also known as Falun Gong, are holding a demonstration workshop at Castroville Public Library at 2pm; and

WHEREAS, Falun Dafa, an advanced Qigong system with an ancient Chinese heritage, offers self-refinement of both mind and body; and

WHEREAS, Falun Dafa started in China in 1992, and its activities of exercises and practices are based on the universal quality of Zhen-Shan-Ren, which means Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance; and

WHEREAS, over 100 million people are using Falun Dafa exercises to improve themselves both mentally and physically; and

WHEREAS, transcending cultural and racial backgrounds, Falun Dafa has touched the lives of countless people in more than 30 countries, including many people in the United States of different ages, professions, and racial backgrounds. All Falun Dafa activities, including classes and practices, are offered by volunteers and are open to the public free of charge.

THEREFORE, I, Archie Ragland, Mayor of the City of Castroville, do hereby proclaim Saturday, September 30, 2000 as

Falun Dafa Day

in Castroville and commend those who take part in these activities to bring healthier physical, mental and spiritual conditions to themselves ad to others.

Signed

Archie Ragland, Mayor of Castroville

WHEREAS: Falun Dafa, also known as Falun Gong, is an advanced traditional Chinese Qigong practice for improving the mind and body through gentle exercise and meditation; and

WHEREAS: The practice of Falun Dafa has a significant effect on stress-relief and overall mental and physical health with the goal of ultimately bringing people towards wisdom and enlightenment; and,

WHEREAS: Falun Dafa enhances the body-mind-spirit, and emphasizes the principles of Zhen-Shan-Ren or Truthfulness-Compassion-Forbearance, which has helped numerous people turn away from their unhealthy habits and pursue more meaningful lives; and,

WHEREAS: Falun Dafa was introduced to Lubbock in 1998 through free workshops, seminars and group exercises with a free workshop being offered on September 23, 2000 to celebrate Falun Dafa,

NOW, THEREFORE, we the Mayor and City Council of the City of Lubbock do hereby extend Special Recognition to commemorate September 23, 2000 as

In Lubbock, and ask all citizens to honor and celebrate this event in our great city.

September, 2000

Signatures of the Mayor and councilmen

WHEREAS Falun Dafa, also knows as Falun Gong, is a traditional Chinese Qigong (self-cultivation) practice designed to improve the mind and body through exercises and meditation). It espouses the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion and Tolerance, taking these as guidance for conduct and thought. Merely eight years since its public introduction, Falun Dafa has spread to forty countries around the world and has brought healthier physical and mental benefits to more than one hundred million people;

AND WHEREAS enabling countless individuals to turn away from self-destructive thinking and behaviour, such as drug, alcohol and tobacco use, Falun Dafa has equipped people with the understanding necessary to endure the hardest and unjust tribulations without resorting to violence. It is apolitical and is a popular exercise that improves people's health and spiritual well Being. The practitioners of Falun Dafa have remained true to the teachings of Mr. Li Hongzhi, who has worked tirelessly to convey Falun Dafa from China to the rest of the world and has touched the lives of countless people in many countries, earning an international reputation.

NOW THEREFORE, I, Chris Friel, Mayor of the City of Brantford do hereby proclaim September 15, 2000 as "Falun Dafa Day" in the City of Brantford.

Signature of Chris Friel

Chris Friel

Mayor

WHEREAS, Falun Dafa has touched the lives of over 100 million people in more than 30 countries, improved their physical and mental health, and deepened their understanding of life, humanity and the universe; and

WHEREAS, Falun Dafa has helped numerous people to turn away from alcohol drugs, violence, and other bad habits and to pursue more meaningful lives; and

WHEREAS, Falun Dafa is a pure cultivation and practice system of leading people toward wisdom and enlightenment; and

WHEREAS, Falun Dafa's contribution to humanity has been widely recognized and honored in the United States.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Harold F. Godwin, Mayor of the City of Newark, Delaware do hereby proclaim September 9, 2000 as

in the City of Newark, Delaware, and commend those who take part in these activities to bring healthier, mental, and spiritual conditions to themselves and to others.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto

set my hand and caused the seal of the City to be affixed hereto.

Attest:

City Secretary

Mayor

I am pleased to extend my greetings to everyone celebrating Falun Dafa Week.

The men and women who follow the precepts of the Falun Dafa Buddhist rules strive to perfect their bodies and minds. They wish to live in symbiosis with the universe and experience inner peace. The exercises and meditation they practice are more than just techniques they are learning to master: they are the means that allow them to progress and develop as people. They cultivate the will to live in peace with themselves and in harmony with the universe, thus learning compassion for others and helping to create a more open and tolerant society.

I hope that this Week will be a memorable one for all members of the Falun Dafa Association of Canada, and I send you very good wish for your happiness.

(Signature)

Adrienne Clarkson

July 2000

August 15, 2000

I am pleased to send my greetings to all those celebrating Falun Dafa Week.

An exercise system with an ancient Chinese heritage, Falun Dafa has as its aims the refinement of both the mind and the body, using the idea of Zhen-Shan-Ren, which means 'Truthfulness, Compassion and Forbearance'. There are certainly principles which resonate with many Canadians.

I wish members of the Falun Dafa Association of Canada all the best during this week, and throughout the year.

Yours Sincerely,

(Signature)

The Hon. Herb Gray, M.P.

I am delighted to extend greetings and best wishes to everyone celebrating Falun Dafa Week! Falun Dafa is rooted in ancient Chinese traditions and promotes the universal values of truthfulness, compassion and tolerance which, as Canadians, we all share and appreciate. As one of the most culturally diverse countries in the world, Canada has enjoyed the contributions of people from all parts of the world. Throughout our country's history, Canadians have learned from each other by Sharing their different cultures and their traditions.

As Minister of Canadian Heritage, I commend the Falun Dafa Association of Canada for your efforts to build a more peaceful and understanding society. I am proud to support your commitment to the health and well-being of people from all social backgrounds, races and religions. Best wishes for a memorable week and best of luck in all your future endeavours!

(Signature)

Sheila Copps

Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada

Member of Parliament for Edmonton West

It gives me great pleasure to congratulate the Falun Dafa Association of Canada as it celebrates Falun Dafa Week.

Millions of Falun Dafa followers around the world have found that this advanced traditional Chinese Qigong practice is the answer to the stresses and strains of modern day life. Through gentle exercise and mediation, they have enhanced their physical, mental and spiritual well being.

Please accept my best whishes for a happy and rewarding Week.

(Signature)

A. Anne McLellan

August 2000

On behalf of my colleagues in the Official Opposition in the Canadian Parliament, it is my pleasure to extend greetings to all practitioners of Falun Dafa as you celebrate Falun Dafa week across Canada and around the world.

I commend you for your commitment to the principles of Falun Dafa and your goals of reaching a higher level of mental, physical and spiritual health. Those who practise Falun Dafa are to be congratulated for advancing the universal dream of a peaceful, tolerant, and compassionate society.

Please accept my warmest best wishes for the future, starting with a successful and memorable week of celebrations.

(Signature)

Deborah Grey, M.P.

Leader of the Opposition (Interim)