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Charter of the United Nations is SIgned
On June 26th, 1945, Canada signed the Charter of the United Nations to ensure global cooperation. -
Canada signs the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
United Nations countries signed the Universal Declaration of Human Rights on December 10th, 1948. It was created as a result of World War II with the purpose to reduce international conflict. This declaration promotes equal human rights and encourages peacefulness in society. -
Canada send soldiers to assist in the Korean War
In 1950, Canada sends soldiers to assist in a United Nations military offense. 26000 Canadians participated, and provided transportation, supplies and logistics. -
Canadian International Development Agency
In 1968, the Canadian International Development Agency was formed to assist in providing aid to developing countries around the world. -
Canada signs the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women
On July 17th 1980, Canada signed the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women, which is a United Nations created treaty that signified the equal rights between men and women. -
Canada signs the Convention on the Rights of the Child
On May 28th 1990, Canada signs the Convention on the RIghts of the Child, which is a United Nations created treaty created to protect the rights of individuals under the age of 18. -
Canadian Soldiers participate in offensive against Al-Qaeda & Taliban
In 2002, Canadian soldiers participate in an offense against the Taliban & Al-Qaeda in Afghanistan. -
Canada provides support to U.S. for Hurricane Katrina
In 2005, Canada offers support to the United States to assist in relief of the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina. -
Canada signs the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
In 2007, Canada signed the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, which is a United Nations treaty dedicated to ensuring the dignity of those with disabilities, and to ensure that they receive equal rights. -
Canada signs the Convention on Cluster Munitions
On December 3rd 2008, Canada signed the Convention on Cluster Munitions (explosive weapons that release more bombs) which signified that there would be no use, stockpiling or trading of cluster bombs.
