Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs and for International Human Rights Deepak Obhrai (Calgary East, Alta.) issued a statement condemning the March 7 detention of Chinese women’s rights activists Wu Rongrong, Wei Tingting, Wang Man, Zheng Churan and Li Tingting (also known as Li Maizi). “Canada is deeply concerned by the continued detention of five women for … Read more
Foreign Affairs Minister Rob Nicholson (Niagara Falls, Ont.) announced further Canadian funding for projects aimed at ending child, early and forced marriage (CEFM). Minister Nicholson made the announcement following his meeting with Valerie Msoka, executive director of the Tanzania Media Women’s Association. Minister Nicholson announced support in the amount of $2.3 million for two projects aimed at … Read more
Foreign Affairs Minister Rob Nicholson (Niagara Falls, Ont.) issued the following statement: “Canada strongly condemns the despicable attack targeting new year celebrations in Hassakeh, Syria. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families of those killed or injured in the attack. Canada remains deeply concerned by the suffering of the Syrian people and stands in … Read more
International Cooperation Minister and Minister for La Francophonie Christian Paradis (Megantic-L’Erable, Que.) issued a statement on International Day of La Francophonie. The full statement is available online. Environment Minister Leona Aglukkaq (Nunavut) will host the Circumpolar Mental Wellness Symposium in Iqaluit, Nunavut, from March 25 to 27, 2015. Opening remarks will be delivered on March 25 by … Read more
Foreign Affairs Minister Rob Nicholson (Niagara Falls, Ont.) issued a statement on the delivery of non-lethal equipment from Canada to the Ukrainian armed forces. “The Canadian shipment, consisting of 60 pairs of night vision goggles, arrived today in Ukraine and will enhance the capabilities of the Ukrainian armed forces in their fight to defend their country’s … Read more
Foreign Affairs Minister Rob Nicholson (Niagara Falls, Ont.) announced three initiatives to support Ukraine’s efforts in building a more peaceful, democratic and prosperous future for its people. The Government of Canada announced funding for the following projects: $1.2 million to the Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe to support the administration and coordination of elections; … Read more
Foreign Affairs Minister Rob Nicholson (Niagara Falls, Ont.) announced Canada’s ratification of the Convention on Cluster Munitions as well as $2.4 million in support of demining efforts, assistance to victims of explosive remnants of war and mines, and risk education. The full release is available online. Call 343-203-1851. International Trade Minister Ed Fast (Abbotsford, B.C.) announced that Canada … Read more
Andrew Bennett, Canada’s Ambassador for Religious Freedom, issued the following statement: “I am deeply saddened by the violent attacks against Christians in Lahore, Pakistan: yesterday’s abhorrent twin attacks against Christians worshipping at St. John’s Catholic Church and Christ Church claimed the lives of 14 and injured at least 70 others. Canada condemns these acts of … Read more
International Cooperation Minister and Minister for La Francophonie Christian Paradis (Megantic-L’Erable, Que.) launched the “Skills for Employment in La Francophonie” call for proposals, following through on a commitment made at the Francophonie Summit in Senegal in November 2014. This call for proposals is open to eligible organizations that propose sustainable economic growth projects in developing countries that are members … Read more
The Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development congratulated Fang Liu on her appointment as the new secretary general of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), a United Nations specialized agency headquartered in Montréal. Liu will take office this August for a three-year term. She succeeds Raymond Benjamin. The full release is available online. Call 343-203-7700.
