Voices
"We are reaffirming Canada’s commitment to Afghanistan through the announcement of funding to strengthen the rule of law. With this new contribution, Canada is taking action to help Afghans assume responsibility for more of their own security."
The Honourable Lawrence Cannon, Minister of Foreign Affairs
"Policing, courts and corrections continue to be priority focuses for Afghanistan and Canada. A credible rule of law system is vital to making people and communities feel more secure."
The Honourable Stockwell Day, Minister of International Trade and Chair of the Cabinet Committee on Afghanistan |
In Focus: Rule of Law
Ministers Cannon and Day Conclude Successful Visit to Afghanistan
The Honourable Lawrence Cannon, Minister of Foreign Affairs, and the Honourable Stockwell Day, Minister of International Trade and Chair of the Cabinet Committee on Afghanistan, concluded a three-day visit to Afghanistan during which they announced additional support from Canada to help strengthen the rule of law in that country. Strengthening the rule of law is one of Canada’s six priorities in Afghanistan. Read the news release or view the photo album.
Working in Afghanistan: CSC employees help bring security and stability to a war-torn region
When we think of the mandate of the Correctional Service Canada – to help protect public safety by operating our correctional institutions in a safe and humane way and assisting offenders in becoming law-abiding citizens – we think of our own society. However, the important work of the CSC does extend beyond our borders as our Service helps the Government of Canada deliver its diplomatic, defence and development contributions around the world. Read more.
Reading and Rifles in Kandahar
One of the most important skills that Canadian Police teach the Afghan Police are survival skills. In the current counter-insurgency environment, the ability to aim a rifle, take cover, administer first aid and detect explosive devices rates high on the list of must have skills that the average Afghan National Police (ANP) officer needs if he or she expects to stay alive. Read more.
A Year in Review, by RCMP Supt. Joe McAllister
When I arrived in Afghanistan on November 10, 2007, my first impression was a dirty, dusty, noisy airfield. Being the only civilian police officer on Kandahar Air Field (KAF) at the time, I was a bit of a novelty and was constantly asked what I was doing here. Very few people it seems knew that we had been doing police mentoring since 2005. At the time, there was very little focus on the police, how to improve them, how to train them and how to mentor them to be efficient and effective and professional in this part of the country. Read more.
What's New
Third Quarterly Report on Afghanistan Released
On March 4th, Ministers Day and Oda released the Government’s third quarterly report on Canada’s engagement in Afghanistan. This report covers the last quarter of 2008 and outlines the challenges and progress that has been made in achieving our goals in that country. Read more or view the entire report.
The ministers also outlined Canada's support for the upcoming presidential and provincial council elections in August of this year, as well as the parliamentary and district council elections scheduled for 2010 in Afghanistan. For the first time since the fall of the Taliban, Afghans are leading their own electoral process through the Afghan Independent Election Commission with the support of the international community. Read more.
Government of Canada Marks International Women’s Week by Announcing Funding to Support Women in Afghanistan
As part of International Women's Week, the Honourable Beverley J. Oda, Minister of International Cooperation and the Vice-Chair of Canada’s Cabinet Committee on Afghanistan, announced Canada's support for War Child Canada’s efforts to help Afghan women and their families. War Child Canada will provide women improved access to basic services and encourage their participation in the local economy. Read more or view the photo gallery.
Operation SANGA FIST: Canadian infantry and helicopters execute first air-mobile mission
At 5:00 a.m. on 7 March 2009, when most of the garrison was still in bed, Operation SANGA FIST began with last-minute equipment checks for the soldiers of November Company, the 3rd Battalion, The Royal Canadian Regiment Battle Group; 2-2 Infantry Battalion of the United States Army; and elements of the Afghan national security forces. Read more.
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March 2009
Feature
Video: Canada Trains Afghan Police
This video examines Canada’s effort to help the Afghan government build the capacity of the Afghan National Police (ANP). As one of Canada’s six priorities, the training and mentoring of the Afghan National Security Forces will help promote law and order in the province of Kandahar. Watch Video.
Message from William Elliott, RCMP Commissioner
"I am very proud of our Canadian police contributions around the world. For example, since our first deployment to the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) in 2003, a total of approximately 60 Canadian police officers have served in Afghanistan." Read more.
The Hon. Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence and Minister for the Atlantic Gateway
"Diplomacy and development are vital to the success of the Afghanistan mission, which can be achieved by working with the Afghan government to provide the security necessary to sustain such activities. I'm exceptionally proud of the leadership and commitment of the Canadian Forces and, indeed, all international allies in this regard."
The Hon. Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence and Minister for the Atlantic Gateway
 Photo Gallery
View a selection of photos from the Rule of Law gallery.
Message from Peter Van Loan, Minister of Public Safety
"The Canadian military’s participation in the International Security Assistance Force is playing a large role in improving security and regional stability in Afghanistan. This role is one in which Canadian civilians are also making an important contribution." Read more.
Interactive Map of Afghanistan
This new interactive map allows you to browse through Canada's military and civilian engagement in Afghanistan. You can customize map information such as population, languages, topography and view details and multimedia elements on Canada's priorities, signature projects and military presence. Browse map.
Walking Tall: On the POMLT beat in Afghanistan
If Zharey District in Kandahar Province is the Wild West of Afghanistan — and it often looks like it — then the Afghan Uniformed Police (AUP) are the outnumbered, outgunned and under-appreciated frontier lawmen. In the thick of it with them are the Canadian soldiers and military police of the Police Operational Mentor and Liaison Team (POMLT). Read more.
Did you know?
Almost 160 Canadian police are currently deployed to 15 missions in 12 countries, including 31 deployed to the four separate operations in Afghanistan. Learn more about Canada’s International Police Peace Operations Program.
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