Today’s blog examines the UN’s explicit call for Canada, Iran and others to cease fueling the deadly Yemeni conflict through arms transfers. Then we examine shocking DND plans to potentially partner with Israel in the production of armed drones even as that country is using these weapons for manifestly illegal purposes.
Tag Archives: Bill C-47
Updated: Weekly Roundup on Warsaw Ministerial, INF Treaty and Canadian weapons in Yemen
We call on the Canadian government to re-invigorate dialogue with Iran, prioritize support for the INF Treaty and ensure prompt accession to the global Arms Trade Treaty.
Law reform needed to ensure Canada meets global arms trade standards
Five key civil society organizations deliver new written and oral briefings to Senators on the key legislative changes needed to bring Canada into compliance with global arms trade standards.
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Senate report chooses human rights over weapons exports
Senate Human Rights Committee makes a series of innovative recommendations to ensure that Canada will not compromise human security for commercial interests.
Canadian civil society gears up for crucial Senate hearings
Civil society prepares for Senate hearings to improve draft legislation on Canada’s accession to the Arms Trade Treaty, domestic gun control, and national security oversight.