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Civil Society Organizations Denounce Canada’s Ongoing Export of Weapons to Saudi Arabia

Following the one-year anniversary of Canada’s accession to the UN Arms Trade Treaty (ATT), a coalition of civil society organizations...

Reports of Forced Sterilization of Women in ICE Detention Deeply Alarming

Responding to reports that there have been hysterectomies performed on immigrant women detained in the Irwin County Detention Center (ICDC)...

Colombia: Amnesty International condemns torture and excessive use of force by police

The highest-level authorities in Colombia must send a clear and strong message that the disproportionate use of force by the...

We will never forget Liu Xiaobo: Human rights advocates honour Nobel Laureate

OTTAWA – Today, on the anniversary of the death of Liu Xiaobo, human rights groups commemorated the incredible life of...

Canada can champion gender equality without UN Security Council seat

Earlier today, Canada lost its bid to be elected to a two-year term on the United Nations Security Council. Despite...

Gender Equality must be at the core of Canada’s Security Council Agenda

When Canada starts its two-year term on the United Nations Security Council on January 21, 2021, gender equality must be...

Manitoba Hydro must respect Indigenous rights at Keeyask dam

Despite opposition from First Nations in northern Manitoba who are concerned about the spread of COVID-19 to their communities, this...

Canada: 301 organizations, academics and others urge governments to adopt human rights oversight of COVID-19 responses

OTTAWA – A total of 301 organizations, academics and former politicians from across the country are calling on all levels...

Mining company lawsuit can be heard in Canada, rules Supreme Court in historic decision

Amnesty International says Nevsun ruling ‘sends clear message’ that Canadian companies must be held accountable for alleged human rights abuses...

Comics Without Borders, Amnesty International present eight talented comedians for night of laughs

TORONTO – There is not much to laugh at in the world these days, but Comics Without Borders is partnering...

National alliance cancels leaders’ debate on women’s rights, gender equality

MEDIA RELEASE UP FOR DEBATE 2019 October 17, 2019 OTTAWA – A broad alliance of women’s rights and equality-seeking organizations...

Bangladesh: Parents fear for ‘lost generation’ of Rohingya children

Amnesty International urges Canada to lead on providing education for Rohingya youth, following new report Two years after a brutal...

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