My Life in Politics: Lloyd Axworthy Book Launch

Join us for an insightful discussion in Montreal with the Honourable Lloyd Axworthy, former Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs.

Thursday, 7 November, 2024

from 5:30 PM to 8 PM

at the Maison du Développement Durable

(50 Sainte-Catherine Street West, Montreal, QC H2X 3V4)

Join us for an insightful discussion in Montreal with the Honourable Lloyd Axworthy, former Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs, following the release of his memoir My Life in Politics.

An eminent force in national and international politics, the Hon. Axworthy will address some of the most important political events of the last half-century, from the adoption of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms to the great debate on the Canada-U.S. Free Trade Agreement, to the global struggles to ban landmines and the creation of the International Criminal Court.

The event is organized in partnership with the Montreal Institute for Genocide and Human Rights Studies and The Canadian International Council.

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Agenda

5:30-5:45 Welcoming guests

5:45-5:50 Opening remarks by Anne Delorme, Executive Director of Humanity & Inclusion Canada

5:50-6:35 Fireside Chat with Joanne Vrakas and Lloyd axworthy

6:35-6:50 Audience Q&A

6:50-8:00 Book Signing & Cocktail reception

The Honourable Lloyd Axworthy

In the Foreign Affairs portfolio, he is known for his exceptional leadership and pivotal role in promoting international peace and security, particularly in the Ottawa Treaty, a ground-breaking treaty banning landmines. As a result of his political legacy, Canada continues to position itself globally as a strong advocate for the protection of civilians in armed conflict, whether through the Convention on Cluster Munitions (Oslo Convention) or the Political Declaration on Enhancing the Protection of Civilians from the Humanitarian Consequences of Explosive Weapons in Populated Areas (EWIPA).

Joanne Vrakas is an experienced Television, Radio, Multimedia News Anchor and Host with over 15 years experience in broadcasting in both English and French. She has a deep dedication to information and accuracy with a focus on politics and social issues. Her background in Journalism and Law, combined with her experience in news and entertainment have allowed her to reach broader audiences over the years.

Anne Delorme, Executive Director of Humanity & Inclusion. With over 20 years of experience, Anne has held a variety of positions managing complex development programs and teams in Canadian and international non-governmental organizations, including the United Nations Development Program.

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