OTTAWA – April 2020 marks the five-year anniversary of the passing of Motion M-587 by the House of Commons, recognizing April as Genocide Remembrance, Condemnation and Prevention Month in Canada.
On this occasion, a coalition of advocacy organizations, including the Armenian National Committee of Canada (ANCC), the Center for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA), the Ukrainian Canadian Congress (UCC), the Humura Association and Romanipe issued the following statement on April 14.
“As we collectively face the Covid-19 pandemic, we are reminded of the importance of solidarity and unity during these difficult times. Time and again, our history has proven that during times of uncertainty and despair, those who are the most vulnerable often face the most challenges.