Ottawa, Ontario – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and Ahmed Hussen, Minister of International Development, issued the following statement: “The United Nations General Assembly adopted its sixth resolution on ending child, early and forced marriage. This is the 10th anniversary of Canada and Zambia’s partnership leading this resolution together. While good progress has been made, we must continue to …
Toronto – Advancing gender equality involves having more women, girls, and gender-diverse individuals in positions of leadership. A young person’s sense of self-esteem and body confidence can significantly influence their ability to take on leadership and decision-making roles later in life. Lisa Hepfner, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, announced up to $1.5 million …
Ottawa – Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, has announced that Canada will welcome European Union (EU) leaders to St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, for the 19th Canada-EU Leaders’ Summit, which will run from November 23 to 24, 2023. Prime Minister Trudeau will host the President of the European Council, Charles Michel, and the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der …
Iqaluit – Gender equality depends on all people having the opportunity to participate fully in Canada’s economic, social and political life. Removing the systemic barriers impeding women’s progress and advancement, as well as building capacity to address gender-based violence, will ensure a better future for all Canadians. Today, the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, …
Ottawa – Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced earlier that Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will attend Commonwealth Week events in London, United Kingdom, from March 12 to 17. On March 13, Parliamentary Secretary Oliphant attended events to commemorate Commonwealth Day and to mark the 10th anniversary of the Commonwealth Charter, a landmark document …
