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April 4, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today launched the process to select the next justice of the Supreme Court of Canada, who will fill the vacancy created by the upcoming retirement of Justice Michael J. Moldaver. Applications from qualified candidates will be accepted until May 13, 2022.
The Prime Minister also announced the Honourable H. Wade MacLauchlan, former Premier of Prince Edward Island, as Chair and member of the Independent Advisory Board for Supreme Court of Canada Judicial Appointments. This non-partisan board is responsible for identifying candidates who are jurists of the highest calibre, functionally bilingual, and representative of the diversity of our country.
After the application period closes, the Advisory Board will review applications and submit a shortlist of highly qualified candidates to the Prime Minister for consideration.
Justice Moldaver was appointed to the Supreme Court of Canada from the Ontario Court of Appeal in 2011. In recognition of the convention of regional representation, the process will be open to all qualified applicants from Ontario.
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“The Supreme Court of Canada plays a critical role in Canada’s democracy. This open, transparent, and independent process we are launching today will identify esteemed Canadian legal minds to serve at the highest court of our country. I wish to take this opportunity to thank Justice Moldaver for his service over the past decade as a justice of the Supreme Court, and congratulate him on his distinguished judicial career that has spanned more than three decades. I also wish to thank the Right Honourable Kim Campbell for her service in chairing the Advisory Board over the past six years.”
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- Qualified candidates who wish to be considered for the upcoming vacancy must submit an application package no later than 23:59 Pacific Time on May 13, 2022.
- Those interested in applying are encouraged to first review the statutory requirements set out in the Supreme Court Act, and the qualifications and assessment criteria that will guide the Advisory Board in evaluating a candidate’s suitability.
- Candidates may demonstrate they satisfy the geographical requirement by reference to their bar membership, judicial appointment, or other relationship with the province of Ontario.
- The Supreme Court of Canada consists of nine judges, including a chief justice. They are all appointed by the Governor in Council, and must have been either a judge of a superior court or a member of at least 10 years’ standing of the bar of a province or territory.
- In 2016, the Government of Canada announced a new process for Supreme Court of Canada judicial appointments. It included the creation of an independent and non-partisan advisory board to identify qualified and suitable candidates for appointment to the Supreme Court of Canada.
- The Advisory Board was previously chaired by the Right Honourable Kim Campbell, former Prime Minister of Canada, in 2016, 2017, 2019, and 2021.
- The remaining members of the Advisory Board will be announced later this spring.
- The Advisory Board will now include an additional member nominated by the Indigenous Bar Association to advance the Minister of Justice’s mandate letter commitment to work with stakeholders to encourage more Indigenous Peoples to join the bench.
- Justice Moldaver will retire from the Supreme Court of Canada effective September 1, 2022.
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April 4, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the Prime Minister of Australia, Scott Morrison.
The Prime Ministers discussed Russia’s unjustifiable attack against the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence of Ukraine. They praised the courage and resilience of the Ukrainian people in the face of increasingly brutal aggression. They strongly condemned the murder of civilians in Ukraine, and pledged to hold Russia accountable for these egregious and appalling actions.
The leaders noted with concern that over 10 million people – almost a quarter of Ukraine’s population – have been displaced either within Ukraine or abroad, as refugees, and that up to 13 million people are in urgent need of humanitarian assistance across the country. Prime Minister Trudeau invited Prime Minister Morrison to participate in the “Stand Up For Ukraine” campaign pledging event on April 9, which he is co-convening with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, to raise funds for Ukrainian refugees and internally displaced people.
The Prime Ministers also discussed the impact of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on global security. They agreed on the importance of like-minded democracies working closely together to deter authoritarian regimes from challenging the rules-based international system that has underwritten global security and prosperity for decades.
Prime Minister Trudeau and Prime Minister Morrison underlined the importance of the Five Eyes cooperation in addressing security challenges. They agreed to continue deepening the Canada-Australia partnership to advance common objectives in the Indo-Pacific region, including in providing support to Pacific island partners for climate resilience.
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April 4, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Minister of National Defence Anita Anand spoke with Northwest Territories Premier Caroline Cochrane, Nunavut Premier P.J. Akeeagok, and Yukon Premier Sandy Silver to discuss Arctic security and sovereignty.
The Prime Minister thanked the three premiers for their governments’ solidarity with, and support to Ukraine and its people in the face of Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion.
The premiers outlined their concerns about the ongoing Russian aggression in Ukraine and the risks it can pose to Arctic sovereignty. They outlined the importance of building healthy communities and strong infrastructure in asserting sovereignty in the North. Prime Minister Trudeau and Minister Anand underscored that the Government of Canada remains deeply committed to supporting the health, security, and prosperity of the Arctic while defending Canadian sovereignty and upholding regional security.
The leaders discussed their shared commitment to ensuring Northern and Arctic communities remain thriving, strong, and safe, as guided by the Arctic and Northern Policy Framework. They also discussed other priorities of shared interest, including investments in infrastructure, health care and mental health, housing, and climate change.
Prime Minister Trudeau committed to staying in close contact with Premier Cochrane, Premier Akeeagok, and Premier Silver, and reaffirmed his commitment to continuing to work in partnership with them.
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April 4, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the Emir of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.
The two leaders discussed the urgent humanitarian crisis and the importance of an immediate cease-fire in Ukraine. The Prime Minister condemned the deliberate targeting of civilians by Russian forces. They agreed on the need to work together to mitigate the global economic impacts resulting from the invasion of Ukraine. The Prime Minister invited the Emir to participate in the “Stand Up For Ukraine” campaign pledging event on April 9, which the Prime Minister is convening with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, in order to raise funds for Ukrainian refugees and internally displaced people.
The Prime Minister thanked the Emir for Qatar’s support for human rights and inclusive governance in Afghanistan, and helping to provide safe passage for those seeking to leave.
The two leaders noted the close relationship between Canada and Qatar, reflected in the recent visit by the Governor General of Canada to Qatar on March 21. The Prime Minister extended an invitation to the Emir to visit Canada. Both agreed to continue strengthening bilateral relations between Canada and Qatar.
The Prime Minister and the Emir agreed to continue cooperating in response to the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and the war’s impact on global food security and energy supplies.
The leaders agreed they are both looking forward to the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, where Canada will be represented by the men’s national soccer team.
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April 5, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the President of Mexico, Andrés Manuel López Obrador, about the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the warm bilateral relations between Canada and Mexico.
The two leaders shared their concerns about the humanitarian impact of the war, including the growing number of internally displaced persons and refugees fleeing from Ukraine. They also expressed concerns about global challenges related to the war, including those related to energy and food security.
The Prime Minister invited the President to participate in the “Stand Up for Ukraine” campaign pledging event on April 9, which he is co-convening with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, to raise funds for Ukrainian refugees and internally displaced people. The Prime Minister and the President discussed the importance of ongoing work at the United Nations, where Mexico plays an important role as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council.
The Prime Minister and the President took note of the progress made bilaterally further to discussions at the November 2021 North American Leaders’ Summit. The leaders discussed the mutually important bilateral economic relationship between their two countries, anchored in the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement. They discussed the important contributions Canadian investors make to the Mexican economy, including in the energy sector. They agreed to continue working together to counter climate change.
The two leaders looked forward to speaking again on shared priorities in the coming months.
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April 5, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces of the United Arab Emirates, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan.
The two leaders discussed the urgent humanitarian crisis and the importance of an immediate cease-fire in Ukraine. The Prime Minister condemned the deliberate targeting of civilians by Russian forces. The Prime Minister and the Crown Prince agreed on the need to work together to mitigate the global economic impacts resulting from the invasion of Ukraine. The Prime Minister invited the Crown Prince to participate in the “Stand Up For Ukraine” campaign pledging event on April 9, which the Prime Minister is convening with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, in order to raise funds for Ukrainian refugees and internally displaced people.
The two leaders noted the close relationship between Canada and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), reflected in the recent visit by the Governor General of Canada to the UAE from March 17 to 19. The Prime Minister reiterated Canada’s condemnation of the recent Houthis attacks on the UAE and congratulated the Crown Prince for the successful conclusion of Expo 2020. The Prime Minister also thanked the Crown Prince for the UAE’s support to Afghan refugees. The leaders agreed to continue strengthening bilateral relations between Canada and the UAE.
The Prime Minister and the Crown Prince agreed to continue cooperating in response to the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine and the war’s impact on global food security and energy supplies.
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April 6, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
Building a future that is fair, equal, and peaceful, with clean air and clean water for everyone, is at the heart of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). All UN member States adopted the 17 SDGs as part of a shared blueprint that focuses on ending poverty, improving health and education, reducing inequality, spurring economic growth – all while tackling climate change and protecting the environment.
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that, at the invitation of the United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, he and the Prime Minister of Barbados, Mia Mottley, will be co-chairing the Sustainable Development Goals Advocates group.
SDG Advocates work to raise global awareness of the Sustainable Development Goals and the need for accelerated action by using their respective platforms. Advocates include academics, politicians, artists, musicians and more, from around the world.
As co-chair, the Prime Minister will continue to advocate for the important global issues that he champions on the world stage, including fighting climate change, protecting nature, and empowering women and girls all over the world. The Prime Minister will bring attention to these critical challenges alongside SDG Advocates and partners.
This is an opportunity for Canada to reinforce its commitment to the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development at home and abroad, and to achieve an inclusive and resilient recovery from the pandemic, one that will create a more peaceful, prosperous, and sustainable future that leaves no one behind.
In February 2021, the Government of Canada released the Moving Forward Together: Canada’s 2030 Agenda National Strategy, which aims to create and foster a whole-of-society approach to accelerate progress on the SDGs, in Canada and abroad. The strategy respects the inherent rights of Indigenous Peoples, and mobilizes academia, the private sector, civil society and international partners, to build a better future for everyone.
Women and girls, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and other marginalized groups have borne the brunt of the pandemic, and of growing inequality across the world. That’s why Canada will continue to take a gender-responsive approach to its international implementation of the 2030 Agenda through its Feminist Foreign Policy, including the Feminist International Assistance Policy.
The pandemic has taught us we need to make better decisions regarding the planet’s resources and its biodiversity. Working together, we can reinforce the three pillars of sustainable development – social, economic, and environmental – to protect the planet for future generations.
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“The Sustainable Development Goals are a path forward for Canada and the world that leaves no one behind. As co-chair of the SDG Advocates group, I look forward to rallying countries, governments, the private sector, and others, to come together to accelerate our progress and continue to raise our voices - and our ambition - on the way to 2030.”
Quick Facts
- Canada’s 2030 Agenda National Strategy seeks to advance progress on the SDGs through widespread, collaborative engagement and action. The intended result is all partners contributing in their unique ways and with others toward achieving the SDGs.
- The 2030 Agenda provides a comprehensive framework to build a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable future.
- The 2030 Agenda highlights the importance of ensuring the benefits of sustainable development reach everyone. It highlights the centrality of achieving gender equality and empowering all women and girls in realizing the SDGs. It is relevant across all regions of Canada and in communities of all kinds. It matters to remote communities in the North, across rural and coastal Canada, and in towns and cities of all sizes.
- Canada is helping to realize the SDGs around the world with attention to progress on eradicating poverty and inequality, promoting and protecting human rights, enabling access to health care and services, education, energy, inclusive and sustainable economic growth and decent jobs, action to address climate change and leveraging fair and inclusive trade to raise incomes and broaden its benefits for under-represented groups, such as women and Indigenous Peoples.
- Canada believes that promoting rights-based, open, and inclusive societies is an effective way to build a safer and more prosperous world. All people should have the opportunity to fully benefit from equal participation in economic, political, social and cultural life.
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April 6, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the fourth anniversary of the tragic bus crash involving the Humboldt Broncos:
“Four years ago today, a tragic highway crash involving the Humboldt Broncos hockey team in Saskatchewan ended the lives of 16 team members and staff and injured 13 more.
“As we always do in the face of tragedy, Canadians came together in solidarity in the days and weeks that followed. Across the country, we leaned hockey sticks against our front doors, wore the iconic white, yellow, and green Bronco jerseys in memory of the lives lost and in honour of the survivors, and we rallied around their families by contributing to one of the most successful online fundraising campaigns in history.
“In the years since the crash and in the face of the immense grief and tragedy that followed, the Humboldt community has shown the world what it truly means to be Canadian. Their perseverance to not only remember the lives lost, but also to make the world of sport a better place for future generations, is inspiring.
“We cannot go back in time and change what happened that day, but we owe it to the victims, the survivors, and their families to try to prevent tragedy from striking again. Since the crash occurred, seat belts are now required on all new motor coaches in Canada. A national standard for entry-level training for truck drivers has been established, so that they have the skills they need to operate safely on our roads. We have also mandated electronic logging devices to help better track drivers’ hours on the road in an effort to help reduce the risk of fatigue-related incidents.
“Today, as we remember the lives lost, we are left with pain, sadness, and grief. But there is also hope for the survivors, some of whom have now graduated from high school, are in university, coaching hockey, or training for a chance to compete at higher levels, including the 2026 Winter Paralympics.
“To the Humboldt community: we will always be here for you. We will not forget your loved ones, or the strength, resilience, and compassion you have shown as a community. You are forever Humboldt strong.”
April 6, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), Filippo Grandi, during the High Commissioner’s visit to Canada.
The Prime Minister and the High Commissioner shared their deep concerns about the long-lasting humanitarian impacts of armed conflicts, particularly on the protection of civilian populations and on food security globally.
The leaders discussed the unprecedented scale of the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine resulting from Russia’s invasion, the ongoing humanitarian needs in Afghanistan, and Canada’s continued leadership and contributions to the international response.
Prime Minister Trudeau also raised concerns about the suffering caused by the forced and irregular displacement of people in Central America and throughout the Americas. He spoke about Canada’s joint efforts with partners, including the International Organization for Migration, aimed to address the root causes that drive irregular movements and migration, and to respond to the needs of displaced people, particularly within the collaborative framework of the MIRPS Support Platform, of which Canada is Chair.
The two leaders noted the close and valued partnership between Canada and the UNHCR, including with respect to Canada’s resettlement program. The Prime Minister lauded the UNHCR’s international protection regime, which is crucial in guiding and supporting international responses to new and ongoing displacement crises.
The Prime Minister and the High Commissioner looked forward to the continued partnership between Canada and the UNHCR in addressing the many humanitarian crises unfolding around the world.
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April 6, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the Prime Minister of Ethiopia, Abiy Ahmed.
The two leaders discussed recent developments in the ongoing conflict in northern Ethiopia. Prime Minister Trudeau emphasized the importance of the announcement by the Government of Ethiopia on March 24 of an open-ended indefinite humanitarian truce, and called for further access to and delivery of humanitarian assistance to those affected by the conflict.
Prime Minister Trudeau reiterated Canada’s strong and ongoing commitment to supporting a peaceful resolution to the conflict, including negotiations toward a peace agreement. The two leaders discussed the importance of creating positive momentum through an inclusive national dialogue process. Prime Minister Trudeau underscored the importance of taking all steps necessary to address accountability and justice for any human rights violations alleged to have occurred during the conflict.
The prime ministers also discussed Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine and its impacts on global peace and security.
They agreed to continue to stay in close touch.
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April 7, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
We, the Leaders of the Group of Seven (G7), condemn in the strongest terms the appalling atrocities by Russian armed forces in Bucha and other Ukrainian towns. We continue to stand in full solidarity with Ukraine and the Ukrainian people.
The murder of civilians and non-combatants is categorically prohibited under international humanitarian law. We support the UN Secretary General’s call for an independent investigation that leads to effective accountability for these atrocities. We underscore that those responsible for war crimes and violations of international humanitarian law, including the indiscriminate use of force or attacks intentionally targeting civilians, must be held accountable and brought to justice. We welcome and support the ongoing work to investigate and gather evidence on this, including by the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, the Independent investigation commission mandated by the UN Human Rights Council and the OSCE’s mission of experts.
We will further raise the cost of this war for the architects of this aggression, that is Russian President Vladimir Putin and his accomplices, through coordinated action, continuing to act in unity as we apply economic and financial measures in reaction to the ongoing escalation of the war. As a matter of priority, we will immediately take the following actions, consistent with our respective legal processes:
First, we consider new investment in the economy of the Russian Federation incompatible with our security interests and our objective to end this war. We are therefore banning new investment in key sectors of the Russian economy, including the energy sector. The unprecedented private sector exodus from Russia has already compounded the powerful effects of our collective sanctions. As long as the war continues, Russia will face a long descent into economic, financial, and technological isolation.
Second, we will further extend trade export bans on advanced goods and specific services important to Russia’s security, state, and economy. We will also increase import restrictions on a range of Russia’s revenue raising exports.
Third, we will continue to disconnect Russian banks from the global financial system. We have already significantly degraded Russia’s financial system by targeting the transactions involving central bank assets and a number of other financial institutions.
Fourth, we will escalate pressure, including by imposing additional sanctions on state-owned entities that comprise the main drivers of Russia’s economy. President Putin’s regime will no longer be able to rely on these institutions as economic back-stops to stabilise its economy and pursue its objectives.
Fifth, we will continue and elevate our campaign against the elites and their family members who support President Putin in his war effort and squander the resources of the Russian people. Consistent with our legal frameworks, we will impose sanctions on additional individuals and entities.
Sixth, we will impose additional sanctions against Russia’s defence sector to undermine and erode the capabilities of the Russian military to wage war.
Seventh, we will expedite our plan to reduce reliance on Russia for our energy, which include phasing out and banning Russian coal imports. We will also accelerate our work to reduce our dependency on Russian oil. As we do so, we will work together and with partners to ensure stable and sustainable global energy supplies, including by accelerating reduction of our overall reliance on fossil fuels and our transition to clean energy.
We will intensify our collective implementation and enforcement of existing measures, including by strengthening our national enforcement authorities and working with our partners to prevent “sanctions busting” through evasion, circumvention and backfilling.
President Putin’s war of aggression is causing global economic disruptions. Its impact on Ukraine’s internationally significant agriculture sector places global food security under severe strain, for which President Putin and his accomplices bear the full responsibility. We will continue to work with partners to actively address energy, food and other impacts of Russia’s action on third countries and our own people. In particular, we will address the consequences of the global crisis on food security through a joint G7 effort, in close cooperation with international bodies such as the World Food Programme, Multilateral Development Banks and International Financial Institutions and including through exploration of the Food and Agriculture Resilience Mission (FARM). Our sanctions packages are carefully targeted so as not to impede the delivery of humanitarian assistance or the operation of the global agricultural trade, utilising explicit exceptions as appropriate.
We will continue to provide coordinated political, financial, material and humanitarian support to the Ukrainian people and Government both for for their immediate needs as well as with a view to the longer-term reconstruction of the country, including by exploring a Ukraine Solidarity Fund.
April 7, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the President of Argentina, Alberto Fernández.
The two leaders discussed Russia’s unjustifiable attack against the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence of Ukraine, and they both condemned Russia’s actions. The two leaders also committed to join efforts to address the humanitarian and refugee crisis in Ukraine and neighbouring countries.
Prime Minister Trudeau and President Fernández discussed the close ties between their two countries, notably in shared efforts to promote human rights, gender equality and inclusion, and climate action. The two leaders agreed to continue to work together and with other regional partners on advancing common values and addressing global issues, including ensuring an inclusive global economic growth and bringing stability back to Venezuela through inclusive negotiations.
The two leaders looked forward to meeting again in the coming months to advance shared priorities in the region and globally.
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April 7, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the President of Argentina, Alberto Fernández.
The two leaders discussed Russia’s unjustifiable attack against the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence of Ukraine, and they both condemned Russia’s actions. The two leaders also committed to join efforts to address the humanitarian and refugee crisis in Ukraine and neighbouring countries.
Prime Minister Trudeau and President Fernández discussed the close ties between their two countries, notably in shared efforts to promote human rights, gender equality and inclusion, and climate action. The two leaders agreed to continue to work together and with other regional partners on advancing common values and addressing global issues, including ensuring an inclusive global economic growth and bringing stability back to Venezuela through inclusive negotiations.
The two leaders looked forward to meeting again in the coming months to advance shared priorities in the region and globally.
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April 8, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
A strong global response to COVID‑19 must ensure vaccines get to people who need them most. To help address the devastating health, economic and security impacts of COVID-19 on people around the world, all countries must step up to make sure that vaccination is happening as quickly as possible.
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced $220 million in additional funding to support COVID-19 vaccination needs in lower income countries. This additional support builds on the more than $2.7 billion Canada has provided for international assistance in response to COVID-19. It will address barriers to access to COVID-19 vaccines and improve the capacity of lower-income countries to distribute vaccines by ensuring that countries have the financial, operational and technical support they need to get people vaccinated.
Canada is playing a lead role in ending the pandemic by working with international partners to address barriers and support equitable access to life-saving vaccines, tests, and treatments. We continue to demonstrate our commitment to the COVAX Facility through our work as the Co-Chair of the Advance Market Commitment (AMC) Engagement Group, our financial commitments, improving vaccine donation management, and by delivering the equivalent of over 100 million doses – with more to come.
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“Since the start of the pandemic, we have known that to truly end this pandemic anywhere, we have to end it everywhere. Canada will continue to be among the world leaders in improving access to COVID-19 vaccines and coordinating global action to end this pandemic to ensure everyone has a fair chance to build a better future in the years ahead.”
“From the start, Canada knew that the COVAX Facility was the best way to get vaccines to countries who need them the most. We will continue to work with COVAX not only to increase vaccine supply, but also delivery so we can make sure that vaccines can get from airports into arms as quickly as possible.”
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- The Prime Minister made the announcement while participating virtually at the 2022 Gavi COVAX AMC Summit. The Summit, co-hosted by Germany, Senegal, Indonesia and Gavi has helped raise urgent financial support for the COVAX Facility to promote economic recovery, accelerate efforts to address COVID-19 in low and lower-middle income countries, and strengthen health systems in developing countries to better prepare for future pandemics and health crises.
- COVAX has delivered over 1.4 billion vaccines to 145 participating countries.
- Canada remains committed to supporting the COVAX Facility to ensure that all participating countries have rapid, fair, and equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines as well as the support they need to deliver them. Working with global partners, governments, and stakeholders, through the Access to COVID-19 Tools (ACT) Accelerator and the COVAX Facility, is the best way to ensure that the world can move beyond this pandemic together.
- Organizations and international bodies such as, Gavi, the World Health Organization, the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness and Innovation, and UNICEF are all helping to deliver vaccines to the world’s most vulnerable. They are also supporting developing countries to build capacity to respond to COVID-19 as well as future outbreaks, which will help save millions of lives.
- Canada has mobilized more than $2.7 billion in international assistance in response to the COVID‑19 pandemic. This includes:
- approximately $1.4 billion in support of humanitarian and development assistance programming that responds to the immediate needs created by the pandemic;
- over $1.3 billion for the Access to COVID‑19 Tools (ACT) Accelerator; this critical international partnership ensures equitable access to COVID‑19 tests, treatments and vaccines;
- Of this, Canada has contributed $580 million to the COVAX AMC to support the procurement, distribution and delivery of COVID-19 vaccines. This also includes up to $10 million for the design and implementation of COVAX’s dose sharing mechanism that is now serving as the platform for countries committing to share doses via COVAX – putting Canada among world leaders in contributions per capita.
