Main Train Station: Tibetan Buddhists

Ancient Nation Dept: His voice resonating through Ottawa s historic, high-ceilinged conference centre that was once the capital s main train station, the charismatic, orange-robed Tibetan holy leader said his ancient nation, with ancient culture, is in danger of dying, according to The Star. The gathering included parliamentarians from around the world, including MPs from Canada s three main federal parties. They were discussing the dire and deteriorating situation of the Tibetans, who have witnessed the self immolation of more than three dozen monks over the last year to protest China s oppression and oTTAWA The Harper government firmly aligned itself Friday with one of China s sworn enemies the Dalai Lama, who thanked the world for its support of Tibetan Buddhists under siege. As fellow human brothers, sisters really showing us your solidarity, and you really want to do something, I very much appreciate, the Dalai Lama said, leaning over his dais to address the Sixth World Parliamentarians Convention on Tibet. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.