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In a virtual prayer rally held in honour of Ottawa’s Rabbi Reuven Bulka, the ailing spiritual leader was praised for the role he has played in bringing communities together.
Bulka, 76, told his congregation last week that he had advanced cancer of the pancreas and liver, news which has prompted an outpouring of support.
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The online event attracted participants from around the world. Speakers included former prime minister Stephen Harper, former governor-general David Johnston, former Ontario premier Dalton McGuinty and Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson. All said they counted Bulka as a friend.