(Minghui.org) Falun Dafa practitioners in Edmonton, Canada, held an event on May 2 at a public park to celebrate the upcoming 16^th World Falun Dafa Day and the birthday of Master Li Hongzhi, the founder of Falun Dafa.

Practitioners first demonstrated the five sets of exercises, and then held a rally. Speeches were made about the history of Falun Dafa and personal experiences with the practice were shared. Ms. Huang, the contact person of the local Falun Dafa association read congratulation letters from the city government and three Members of Parliament.

Group exercises at the celebration

People view Falun Dafa display boards.

Ms. Huang reads a letter of recognition.

Practitioners wish Master Li Hongzhi a happy birthday.

Practitioners also performed waist drums and sang several songs. At the end, they took a group photo and wished Master Li Hongzhi a happy birthday.