Replying to @RightsGAC
We urge Nicaragua to respect the rights of the Nicaraguan people and to release all political prisoners.
Human Rights
3,346 posts
Human Rights
@RightsGAC
Canada's Office of Human Rights, Freedoms and Inclusion - Français: @DroitsAMC
- Canada is deeply saddened by the death of Nicaraguan Indigenous leader and human rights defender Brooklyn Rivera. We call for an independent investigation, ensuring accountability where it is due.
- Human Rights reposted
News Release - Federal, Provincial and Territorial Ministers Responsible for Human Rights Hold Meeting to Discuss Key Priorities for Canada’s Human Rights Obligations - Human Rights reposted
Parliamentary Secretary Robert Oliphant participated in the Forum of Ministers on Human Rights in Regina this week, where he engaged with provincial and territorial governments, Indigenous representatives, and human rights commissions.
- On #IDAHOBIT, Canada reaffirms its commitment to advancing and protecting the human rights of 2SLGBTQI+ people. Together with partners, we strengthen advocacy and advance human rights at home and abroad.
- Replying to @RightsGACHuman rights defenders like #Mohammadi are essential to promoting accountability and justice. We call on Iran to immediately release those detained for their peaceful human rights work.
- Canada is concerned about human rights defender and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges #Mohammadi’s deteriorating health and urges Iranian authorities to ensure she receives proper and timely care.
- Media Freedom Coalition statement on World Press Freedom Day 2026 To read the statement:
- Replying to @RightsGACCanada calls on all parties to ensure the protection of civilians, including journalists, in line with international humanitarian law.
- Canada strongly condemns the Israeli airstrike in Lebanon that killed one Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil and injured another, Zainab Faraj. Our thoughts are with their family members and colleagues.
- Human Rights reposted
Canada addressed the UN General Assembly today, condemning Iran’s attacks and affirming the importance of upholding respect for international navigation rights in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Replying to @RightsGACCanada calls upon Iran to immediately release Peyvand Naimi and Borna Naimi, as well as all those facing forced confessions, and arbitrary arrests and detentions.
- Canada remains deeply concerned by Iran’s persistent & systematic repression of human rights defenders, religious minorities, students, and the families of protesters and activists. These human rights violations must end.
