Ottawa—The ongoing conflict between Hamas and Israel, following Hamas’s terrorist attacks on October 7, has created a humanitarian catastrophe on an unprecedented scale in Gaza. Understanding that many Canadians are concerned about the safety of their loved ones in Gaza, in December, the Government of Canada announced new measures to support extended family members who are able to exit the area. Marc Miller, …
Canada honours victims of Flight PS752, marks 4 years since tragedy
Ottawa – Canada marks 4 years since the downing of Ukraine International Airlines Flight 752 (Flight PS752), and Canada continues to honour the victims and stand in solidarity with their families and loved ones. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau gave an emotional speech at a Toronto memorial marking three years since the Iranian military shot down Flight PS752, stressing that Canada …
Mary Ng to lead Team Canada Trade Missions to Malaysia, Vietnam, South Korea
Ottawa – Building on the success of the Team Canada Trade Mission to Japan in fall 2023, Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, announced that she will lead Team Canada trade missions to Malaysia and Vietnam from March 24 to 29 and to South Korea from April 21 to 25, 2024. Details are as below: …
Minister Joly on South Africa’s case against Israel at ICJ
Ottawa – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs issued the following statement: “Canada was a founding voice and remains a strong proponent of the International Court of Justice’s (ICJ) independence and its critical role in the peaceful settlements of disputes between countries. The ICJ is also a key participant in upholding the international rules-based order. “Canada continues to strongly and …
Minister Ng on US final determination regarding tin mill steel products from Canada
Ottawa – Mary Ng, Minister of Export Promotion, International Trade and Economic Development, issued the following statement regarding the United States’ final anti-dumping determination on steel imports from Canada: “Today, the U.S. Department of Commerce announced a final anti-dumping duty rate of 5.27% on imports of tin mill steel products from Canada. Canada is disappointed with this determination. The Canadian …
Greens’ New Year Resolutions for the Liberal government
OTTAWA – Over the past year, the Canadian population has become poorer, the climate crisis has hit the country like never before, and many parts of the world have been ravaged by war. As we enter 2024, the Green Party of Canada would like to present a list of issues that the Trudeau government should prioritize over the next 12 …
Canada along with EU condemns Houthi attacks on commercial vessels
Ottawa -Canada along with Australia, Bahrain, Belgium, Denmark, Germany, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, New Zealand, the United Kingdom and the United States has released the following joint statement about Houthi attacks on commercial vessels: “Recognizing the broad consensus as expressed by 44 countries around the world on December 19, 2023, as well as the statement by the UN Security Council on …
Trudeau mourns deaths of Japanese in earthquake
Ottawa – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has mourns deaths of Japanese in earthquake. He said: “My thoughts are with the people of Japan following the devastating earthquake. To Japan, our partner and friend: Canada is standing with you, ready to extend a helping hand.”
Trudeau speaks with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy
Jamaica – Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The Prime Minister wished the President a happy New Year and extended his warmest wishes to the people of Ukraine. The Prime Minister also sent his condolences on behalf of Canadians for the senseless loss of life in Ukraine due to the sharp increase in Russia’s …
Canada to launch humanitarian pathway for people affected by conflict in Sudan
Ottawa—Canada is deeply concerned by the ongoing conflict in Sudan, and for the safety and well-being of the Sudanese people. We continue to support the people of Sudan who are striving for peace and an end to violence in the country. Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, announced a new family-based humanitarian pathway for Sudanese …