NEWS RELEASES
CANADIANS INVITED TO SHARE VIEWS ON HAITITHROUGH DFAIT'S WEB SITE
February 9, 1996 No. 16
CANADIANS INVITED TO SHARE VIEWS ON HAITI
THROUGH DFAIT'S WEB SITE
Foreign Affairs Minister Lloyd Axworthy today invited Internet World Wide Web
(WWW) users to visit the Haiti section of the Department of Foreign Affairs and
International Trade (DFAIT) WWW site.
"I am seeking the views of Parliamentarians and non-governmental organizations
with respect to our involvement in Haiti, and we also want Canadians to share
their thoughts, ideas and concerns on this matter," said Mr. Axworthy. "In
addition to Canada's current peacekeeping activities, we share historical links
with that country. It is a fellow member of la Francophonie and there is a large
and dynamic Haitian community in Canada."
A short brief on Canada's policy towards Haiti is available at the WWW site.
Canadians can direct their comments to the Department's Latin America and
Caribbean Branch via a special electronic mail box. While there will be no
replies to individual messages, the Department will be reviewing and taking into
account contributions on the issue.
The Haiti policy document can be found in three sections of the Homepage menu:
"What's New," "News Releases, Statements and Newsletters" and "Information by
region or country" (within the "Latin America and Caribbean" heading). Access is
available through the following WWW address:
http://www.dfait-maeci.gc.ca
In addition to participating in the United Nations Mission in Haiti, Canada has
been active in a number of other areas, including bilateral assistance to address
basic human needs, promote economic development and strengthen democratic
institutions. These initiatives highlight Canada's commitment to ensuring long-term peace and stability in Haiti.
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For further information, media representatives may contact:
Media Relations Office
Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade
(613) 995-1874
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