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CAPF Canadian Branch of the Assemblée parlementaire de la Francophonie

Webinar of the Francophone Gender Equality Network May 4, 2021 On May 4th, the Canadian Branch of the Assemblée parlementaire de la Francophonie (APF) participated in the Francophone Gender Equality Network webinar, the theme of which was: “Intergenerational Political Dialogue: The Political Leadership of Young Francophone Women for the Next Generation and Including Youth in Decision-Making Processes.” Kristina Michaud, MP and rapporteur for the APF’s Network of Young Parliamentarians, represented the Canadian Branch at this event, which brought together 45 participants from various countries. Ms. Michaud discussed the role of young APF members in politics and their contributions. She also pointed out the following barriers to youth participation in politics: limited age, limited political representation, the need to start a family, lack of confidence, and social pressures and limitations. She proposed some solutions to these problems, including implementing a quota for young parliamentarians, which would promote the participation of women in politics; lowering the age of eligibility; creating more youth political groups; and an open-minded public that is willing to place greater trust in youth. We must continue to raise awareness among the public and the world’s political leaders in order to encourage them to give young people a stronger voice.

CEUS Canada-United States Inter-Parliamentary Group

The Can/Am BTA is a coalition of businesses, public-sector organizations and individuals with an interest in bilateral trade and tourism. Its mission is to maximize commercial activity and ensure the continued growth of cross-border trade, as well as improving border-crossing capabilities. The Can/Am BTA holds two meetings each year: a spring meeting in Ottawa, Ontario, and a fall meeting in Washington, D.C. This year, in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Can/Am BTA is holding its meeting virtually.

UIPU Canadian Group of the Inter-Parliamentary Union

The 142nd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) took place for the first time in virtual format. Over 750 parliamentarians from over 130 member parliaments debated the overall theme, “Overcoming the pandemic today and building a better tomorrow: the role of parliaments.” They also adopted two resolutions proposed by the Standing Committee on Peace and International Security as well as the Standing Committee on Sustainable Development, elected new officers to various positions and participated in meetings of different subsidiary bodies among other agenda items.