Rona Ambrose, the Leader of the Official Opposition, concludes successful meeting with members of the Tamil community of Canada

Canadian Conservatives seek justice for Tamil victims of genocide

16 April 2016

The leader of the Conservative Party of Canada called on the government to ensure it seeks justice for victims of genocide and to work towards reconciliation for the Tamil nation, in a statement released on Friday.

Rona Ambrose, leader of the Official Opposition, met with members of the Tamil community to discuss concerns they had on issues that affected the Tamil people.

“The previous Conservative government never hesitated to raise our concerns on the lack of accountability for the serious allegations of war crimes and genocide, and the lack of reconciliation with the Tamil nation in the island of Sri Lanka,” said Ms Ambrose.

“We expect the Liberal government to stay focused on Sri Lanka, to continue to speak out against human rights abuses, seek justice for victims of genocide, and to encourage reconciliation,” she added.

The Conservative leader also reiterated her party's support for legislation that will see January recognised as “Tamil Heritage Month” in Canada.

Rona Ambrose, the Leader of the Official Opposition, concludes successful meeting with members of the Tamil community of Canada

APRIL 15, 2016

April 15, 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

MARKHAM, ON – Members of the Tamil community of Canada met with Rona Ambrose, the Leader of the Official Opposition and interim Leader of the Conservative Party of Canada, to express their concerns and opinions on issues that affect Tamils at home and abroad.

A number of Tamil organizations were in attendance, including the National Council of Canadian Tamils, Mississauga Tamil Association, Durham Tamil Association, and Markham Tamil Organization.

“The previous Conservative government never hesitated to raise our concerns on the lack of accountability for the serious allegations of war crimes and genocide, and the lack of reconciliation with the Tamil nation in the island of Sri Lanka,” Ms. Ambrose said.

“We expect the Liberal government to stay focused on Sri Lanka, to continue to speak out against human rights abuses, seek justice for victims of genocide, and to encourage reconciliation,” she continued.

Ms. Ambrose also confirmed the Conservative Party’s support of important legislation that will recognize every January as “Tamil Heritage Month” in Canada.