The Honourable David Lametti, P.C., Q.C., Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Gary Anandasangaree, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Justice and Attorney General will make a funding announcement. They will be joined by the Honourable Merrilee Fullerton, Ontario Minister of Children, Community and Social Services.
Diversity and inclusion are among Canada’s greatest strengths. Everyone should be able to live a true and authentic life, free from violence and discrimination, no matter who they are or whom they love.
The Honourable David Lametti, P.C., Q.C., Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, and the Honourable Dr. Hedy Fry, Member of Parliament for Vancouver-Centre, British Columbia, will make a funding announcement.
Before I begin, I wish to thank our partners: the Government of the Netherlands, the European Commission, and the Office of the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, for hosting us here today.
Dismantling systemic racism and discrimination from our justice system and revitalizing Indigenous legal traditions will benefit everyone in Canada. A justice system that improves public safety and community well-being while addressing the challenges faced by Indigenous peoples is something that all Canadians can be proud to support.
All individuals have the right to a safe workplace with fair treatment for all. Sexual harassment impacts the health and well-being of those involved, as well as their ability to perform their jobs to the best of their ability. Creating and maintaining workplaces where everyone – no matter their gender identity or expression – can be safe, respected and able to focus on their work is a priority for the Government of Canada.
The Honourable David Lametti, P.C., Q.C., Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, and Michael McLeod, Member of Parliament for the Northwest Territories, will make a funding announcement.
The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, today announced the following appointment under the judicial application process established in 2016.
The Honourable David Lametti, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, and the Honourable Marci Ien, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, today issued the following statement:
Advancing reconciliation requires supporting culturally appropriate, Indigenous-led and community-based justice services, and building policies informed by the lived experiences of Indigenous peoples.