Canadian Section of ParlAmericas (CPAM)

A delegation representing the Canadian Section of ParlAmericas met with Panamanian parliamentarians and local stakeholders to enhance their knowledge about trade, climate change issues, security and other public policy issues. Additionally, delegates attended the 3rd Gathering of the Parliamentary Network on Climate Change. The role of national parliaments in international climate efforts, the challenges of transitioning to low-carbon economies and models for pricing carbon were discussed.

Parliamentarians from the national legislatures of the Americas and the Caribbean met for the 15th ParlAmericas Plenary Assembly in Victoria, B.C. This year’s Plenary Assembly had Promoting Inclusive Societies for Sustainable Development as its theme. Sessions focused on accessible and equitable labour markets, advancing Indigenous women’s leadership, and migration and integration.