| Global Affairs Canada | statements
The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of International Development, today issued the following statement: “I have lost count of the number of times someone in the developing world has inspired me profoundly. The number of times I have met women, men and young leaders who dare to defy convention, stand up for human rights and speak out against inequality in their society.
| Global Affairs Canada | media advisories
Across Canada and around the world, Global Affairs Canada, along with individuals and partner organizations, will mark International Development Week by celebrating the hard work of international development workers, volunteers and partners who are finding new ways to empower women and girls, and build a more peaceful, inclusive and prosperous world.
| Global Affairs Canada | news releases
The Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of International Development, today announced a $10-million contribution to support the efforts of Lebanon, Iraq and Jordan to implement national women’s economic empowerment action plans...
| Global Affairs Canada | statements
Canada is deeply saddened by the tragedy caused by the Sunda Strait tsunami in Indonesia. We offer our sincerest condolences to the families and loved ones of those killed and wish a swift recovery to those injured.
| Global Affairs Canada | statements
The Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of International Development, today issued the following statement
| Global Affairs Canada | statements
Corruption is one of the greatest obstacles to economic and social development. It stands in the way of strong foreign investment and trade, and decays the fabric of society.
| Global Affairs Canada | speeches
As you know, Canada has a special relationship with the people of the Caribbean region. It is based on our extensive people-to-people ties, our robust commercial relationship, our ongoing development cooperation and our shared constituency at the World Bank and International Monetary Fund.
| Global Affairs Canada | backgrounders
On December 6, 2018, the Government of Canada announced up to $24 million to facilitate projects supporting fair, transparent and legitimate democratic elections in Ukraine. This is part of Canada’s commitment of up to $50 million annually, in support of socio-economic programs to build a strong and accountable democracy, and contribute to peace and security in Ukraine and the region as a whole.
| Global Affairs Canada | news releases
Canada is a steadfast partner of Ukraine. Today, the Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of International Development, announced that Canada will contribute up to $24 million to support electoral reforms, election observers, gender equality and inclusive governance in Ukraine.
| Global Affairs Canada | backgrounders
Canada continues to fight poverty both at home and abroad. Making the world a better place means ensuring that girls enjoy a strong start in life.
