Announcement from the Prime Minister

 

February 7, 2014 – The Prime Minister’s Officer issued a press release today to announce His Highness the Aga Khan’s official visit to Canada at the end of February, which will include an historic address to Parliament.

The release recognized the Government of Canada’s strong, long-standing relationship with the Institutions of the Ismaili Imamat, including Aga Khan Foundation Canada (AKFC) and the Aga Khan Development Network.  It also highlighted AKFC as a trusted partner of Canada on a wide range of international development initiatives, including in Afghanistan, in the areas of health, education, rural and economic development, and the creation of new opportunities for women.

The full text of the press release is available on the Prime Minister’s Office website.

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