Category Archives: Canada

Notes on the Canada Colombia Free Trade Agreement

Posted on June 28, 2013 by Barbara

In 2007 Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper opened negotiations for a free trade agreement with Colombia signalling shared values of “freedom, democracy, human rights, and the rule of law”. Given that Colombia was the worst violator of human rights in … Continue reading →

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Canada’s first report on Human Rights Impact of Colombia Trade Agreement falls short

Posted on May 18, 2012 by Barbara

On May 15 the Canadian government tabled its first legally mandated report on the impact of the Canada-Colombia Free Trade Agreement (CCFTA) on human rights in Parliament. Rather than reviewing and commenting on human rights, the report outlines the methodology … Continue reading →

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Young Worker’s Delegation 2011

Posted on May 18, 2011 by Carol

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The warmth of Saskatchewan

Posted on March 14, 2011 by Kyla

Barbara Wood, CoDev Executive Director, shares the last in her 3-part report on Berenice Celeyta’s (NOMADESC) 2011 visit to Canada. “When I told people I was coming to Regina in early March, everyone looked horrified. I want you to know, … Continue reading →

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Strategizing in the Cold

Posted on March 4, 2011 by Barbara

Barbara Wood, CoDev Executive Director, shares the first of a 3-part report on Berenice Celeyta’s (NOMADESC) 2011 visit to Canada. The two of us turned the corner onto Rideau Street and were nearly knocked over by the wind. Colombian partner … Continue reading →

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