Canada welcomes the presentations by the Special Envoy of the Secretary-General on Myanmar, the Head of the Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar and the Special Rapporteur during the UN General Assembly Third Committee Interactive Dialogues.
Canada participated in the Third Committee Interactive Dialogue on the human rights situation in Iran with Special Rapporteur Mai Sato and Fact-Finding Mission member Viviana Krsticevic.
Canada stands in solidarity with Iranian human rights defenders and reaffirms its commitment to advancing the UN resolution on the situation of human rights in Iran.
Canada remains deeply concerned by ongoing human rights violations in Iran, including executions, arbitrary detention, torture, transnational repression, and discrimination against women, girls, and ethnic and religious minorities.
26 years since the landmark adoption of UN Security Council Resolution 1325, Canada remains steadfast in advancing the Women, Peace, and Security agenda. From prevention to recovery, we will continue working with global partners to ensure women lead the path to sustainable peace.
This week, Canada delivered its national statement at the #UNSC Open Debate on #WPS. The WPS agenda is a fundamental enabler of societal resilience and key to deepening partnerships and advancing peace, security and economic prosperity for all. #WPS.
Women are leading responses to some of today's most severe crises.
Canada welcomes Dr. Eva Khair 🇸🇩, Fatima Abo Alasrar 🇾🇪 Pascale Solages 🇭🇹 for a discussion on advancing #WomenPeaceSecurity in Sudan, Yemen and Haiti.
#WPS
2/2 As the international community works to realize the GDC’s vision, we are committed to fostering inclusive dialogue and practical action toward a safe, secure, and equitable digital future.
Canada remains deeply concerned by the human rights situation in Nicaragua and will continue working to advance democracy, accountability and the rule of law. #UNGA81
Canada was proud to co-sponsor the General Assembly annual resolution on the report of the @IAEAorg. The Agency has an essential role in advancing nuclear safety, security, safeguards, and the peaceful uses of nuclear technology.
Canada welcomed guidance from the CRPD Committee Chair and the Special Rapporteur on the rights of persons with disabilities. We called for disability-inclusive humanitarian action in all crises. #DisabilityRights#CRPD
The @_AfricanUnion Peace and Security Council (AUPSC) and the United Nations Peacebuilding Commission (PBC) have issued a joint communiqué following their 2026 Annual Consultative Meeting.
#AUPSC#Peacebuilding#PBC
At #ILW2026, Ambassador David Lametti joined leading legal experts to discuss how middle powers can help shape international law and respond to emerging global challenges. 🇨🇦⚖️
#InternationalLaw#CanadaAtUN
OCHA coordinates international efforts to respond to humanitarian crises. Ambassador David Lametti welcomed @Momalindi for a timely exchange on humanitarian challenges and reform. Canada will continue working with OCHA.#HumanitarianAction
At the UNGA Third Committee, Canada reaffirmed its commitment to a human rights-based approach to migration that protects children's rights and considers impacts on children and families.#HumanRights#UNGA
Canada welcomes the SR’s report on #FoRB + funeral & burial rights. Honouring loved ones in accordance w/ one’s religion/belief is a matter of human dignity. We condemn interference with mourning practices and support protecting burial & memorial sites for all. 🕊️#HumanRights
UN General Assembly Third Committee: Canada underscored the importance of preventing human rights violations, supporting human rights defenders and civil society, and ensuring accountability and access to justice.
#HumanRights
UN General Assembly 3rd Committee: Canada reaffirmed its commitment to implementing the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples and emphasized the full, effective and meaningful participation of Indigenous Peoples in decisions affecting them and their lands.
#UNDRIP