Minister Qualtrough marks anniversary of Canada’s ratification of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Press Release

March 11, 2016         Iqaluit, Nunavut        Employment and Social Development Canada

The Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Persons with Disabilities and Member of Parliament for Delta, today marked the anniversary of Canada’s ratification of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Iqaluit, Nunavut, while meeting with representatives of the Nunavummi Disabilities Makinnasuqtit Society.

Minister Qualtrough underscored the importance of the Convention and Canada’s continued efforts to implement the principles contained within the Convention.

Minister Qualtrough also highlighted ongoing work the Government of Canada is undertaking to remove barriers and increase accessibility for Canadians with disabilities through consultations in support of federal accessibility legislation. She reinforced that the Government of Canada is committed to working with provinces, territories, municipalities, stakeholders and Canadians to inform the development of the legislation.

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“I am proud to highlight the anniversary of Canada’s ratification of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. The Convention plays an important role in ensuring persons with disabilities across Canada have equal accessibility and opportunity in their communities and workplaces. I look forward to continuing this important work through the upcoming consultations on federal accessibility legislation.”

– The Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Persons with Disabilities and Member of Parliament for Delta

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