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  1. “Canada welcomes the comments by the keynote speakers earlier this morning, and we support efforts to enhance accountability for the commission of atrocity crimes via the review of the International Law Commission draft articles on the proposed convention on the prevention and punishment of crimes against humanity. Canada is a long-time champion of justice for victims of serious international crime as a means of building international peace. We are confident that we can contribute to effective, carefully considered global responses in pursuit of human rights, accountability and justice towards achieving peace and security. Justice must prevail. There shall be no impunity.”

    2022-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9052Resumption1 (2022) · source

  2. “For that reason, Canada strongly supports efforts to ensure accountability for atrocity crimes via other mechanisms, such as the International, Impartial and Independent Mechanism for Syria, the Independent Investigative Mechanism for Myanmar and the recently established commission of inquiry mandated by the Human Rights Council to investigate violations of human rights and international humanitarian law in the context of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine. The lessons from Rwanda, Syria and Myanmar show that it is imperative to investigate and gather evidence immediately in an orchestrated way so that we can seek justice.”

    2022-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9052Resumption1 (2022) · source

  3. “There are clear patterns of violations of international humanitarian law by Russian forces. As the horrific events in Ukraine unfold before our eyes, it is clear that more must be done. (spoke in French) The Russian Federation is waging an illegal and unjustifiable war of aggression against the sovereignty, territorial integrity and political independence of Ukraine. Russia’s actions are a flagrant violation of the Charter of the United Nations, as well as its purposes and principles. (spoke in English) The principles of accountability underpin the very foundation of the United Nations. If the Security Council is unwilling, or unable, to take action, it is incumbent upon the international community to take action to prevent and address crimes of atrocity.”

    2022-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9052Resumption1 (2022) · source

  4. “We have also made particular efforts to strengthen the integration of a gender-based perspective into all that work. We joined with many Member States in creating the International Criminal Court, which plays a vital role within our multilateral system to enhance respect for the rule of law and create a more peaceful and just world. We are a strong supporter of the Court and believe in its important role in pursuing accountability and bringing justice to victims. That is why Canada, along with several other partners, referred the situation in Ukraine to the Court in early March. Canada insists that there must be accountability for any atrocities and serious crimes being committed in the ongoing conflict. There has been appalling brutality, targeting the civilian population.”

    2022-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9052Resumption1 (2022) · source

  5. “Like my predecessor, I would like to start by expressing condolences to our Brazilian colleagues on the passing of Justice Cançado Trindade. It is a pleasure to also work with his son here in New York City. The protection of human rights and the fight against impunity when those rights are violated are at the very core of the rules-based international order. Canada would like to thank Albania for organizing this open debate on strengthening accountability and justice for serious violations of international law — one of the most important challenges to achieving international peace and security. Canada has worked with many of those present in this Chamber on our joint commitment to ensuring accountability for war crimes, crimes against humanity and genocide.”

    2022-06-02 · UN Security Council · Security Council, S/PV.9052Resumption1 (2022) · source