International Cooperation Minister Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.) and National Defence Minister Peter MacKay (Central Nova, N.S.) recognized the importance of sport and play in improving the education, health and life skills of disadvantaged young people, and highlighted Canada's commitment to securing the future of children and youth around the globe. "Organizations like Right To Play … Read more
International Cooperation Minister Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.) and National Revenue Minister Gail Shea (Egmont, P.E.I.) drew attention to tax measures announced in Economic Action Plan 2013 that are designed to encourage greater generosity by Canadians through donations to registered charities both in Canada and abroad. As part of Economic Action Plan 2013, the Government of Canada … Read more
Canada's leadership on food security and nutrition is contributing to the reduction of poverty, hunger, and malnutrition in developing countries. International Cooperation Minister Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.) participated in a round table in Rome to discuss global food security and nutrition, and the role of private sector partnerships. During the round table, attended by the … Read more
Canada recognizes the need to continue the global fight against HIV/AIDS and to find a solution that ends HIV/AIDS here at home and around the world. In recognition of World AIDS Vaccine Day on May 18, International Cooperation Minister Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.) reaffirmed Canada's contribution to this effort and announced the renewal of its … Read more
Millions of Somalis are living in crisis due to prolonged conflict and widespread food insecurity, resulting in acute malnutrition and displacement. Following a townhall held to discuss the current challenges in Somalia, Conservative MP Ted Opitz (Etobicoke Centre, Ont.), on behalf of International Cooperation Minister Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.), announced further life-saving assistance in response … Read more
Ongoing violence in Syria has caused mass displacement within its borders, and has forced hundreds of thousands to flee into neighbouring countries. On behalf of International Cooperation Minister Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.), Minister of State (Finance) Ted Menzies (Macleod, Alta.) announced additional humanitarian assistance, including the deployment of a Canadian expert, to assist with the … Read more
International Cooperation Minister Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.) attended the World Economic Forum on Africa, Grow Africa Investment Forum, and G-8 New Alliance for Food Security and Nutrition Leadership Council in Cape Town, South Africa, to promote private sector partnerships as a way to achieve innovative solutions to the challenges facing sustainable agricultural development, food security, … Read more
International Cooperation Minister Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.) participated in a regional World Economic Forum in Cape Town, South Africa, demonstrating continued Canadian leadership in responsible resource development to help African people who are most in need toward prosperity. This event built on the successful Extractives for Development meeting co-hosted by Fantino and the World Economic Forum … Read more
Providing help to those in need in times of crisis is a defining Canadian value. In recognition of World Red Cross Red Crescent Day, International Cooperation Minister Julian Fantino (Vaughan, Ont.) announced Canadian humanitarian support for those most in need around the world. Fantino announced $32.6 million in support of the International Committee of the … Read more
Somalis and Somali refugees will receive lifesaving humanitarian assistance from Canada, announced Conservative MP Ted Opitz (Etobicoke Centre, Ont.) while participating in the conference on Somalia in London, United Kingdom. Canada is providing $3.25 million to assist Somalis facing acute malnutrition and displacement, due to prolonged conflict and widespread food insecurity. Canada will provide $1 … Read more
