Ottawa, May 1, 2025 – It is with deep sorrow that the Canada Tibet Committee (CTC) mourns the passing of Kasur Tashi Wangdi , who left us on May 1, 2025, at the age of 78. A statesman of rare integrity, Tashi-la dedicated over five decades of his life to serving the Tibetan people through the Central Tibetan… Continue reading In Honour of Tashi Wangdi: A Statesman, Mentor, and Beloved Friend of the CTC
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A new chapter for Tibet advocacy in Canada
April 29, 2025 – The Canadian election marks the beginning of a new era for Tibet advocacy in Canada. The results signal fresh opportunities to build alliances and renew multi-party collaboration supporting the Tibetan people. The Canada Tibet Committee (CTC) looks forward to working closely with all parties represented in the House of Commons. In… Continue reading A new chapter for Tibet advocacy in Canada
Thank You for Standing with Tibet: Looking Ahead with Hope
On behalf of the Canada Tibet Committee (CTC), I would like to extend our sincere gratitude for your party’s continued support for the Tibetan cause. Canada’s principled commitment to human and political rights has encouraged Canadians of Tibetan origin, who now proudly call Canada home. As we continue advocating for Tibet, we want to share the three priorities… Continue reading Thank You for Standing with Tibet: Looking Ahead with Hope
CTC Joins Coalition in Urging Action on Foreign Interference and Human Rights in China
February 20, 2025 – The Canada Tibet Committee (CTC), as a co-founder and member of the Canadian Coalition on Human Rights in China, has co-signed an open letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, urging stronger action against foreign interference, transnational repression, and human rights violations by the Chinese government. The coalition, comprising leading Canadian human rights organizations, stresses that… Continue reading CTC Joins Coalition in Urging Action on Foreign Interference and Human Rights in China
Remembering Gyalo Thondup: A Towering Figure in Tibetan Resistance and Diplomacy
Ottawa, February 10, 2025 – Kasur Gyalola has rightly been described as a towering figure in the development of Tibetan resistance. He was an active figure in developing links with key figures in the PRC, Taiwan, India, and, of course, the U.S.A. His work at the UN resulted in three statements of support, 1959, 1960, and… Continue reading Remembering Gyalo Thondup: A Towering Figure in Tibetan Resistance and Diplomacy
Statement from the Canada Tibet Committee on the Earthquake in Tibet
Toronto, January 7, 2025 – The Canada Tibet Committee (CTC) expresses its deepest condolences to the victims of the devastating earthquake that struck Dingri County, Shigatse Prefecture, Tibet. This tragedy has resulted in the loss of at least 126 lives, with many others injured, and has caused widespread destruction to homes and infrastructure. Our thoughts… Continue reading Statement from the Canada Tibet Committee on the Earthquake in Tibet
Our official statement on PRC’s sanctions against our members
Our official response to the sanction against the Canada-Tibet Committee’s members by China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs: 1.The Canada Tibet Committee (CTC) has been engaged in Tibet Advocacy work in Canada for some 38 years, always within the framework of democratic processes and in the spirit of non-violence and human rights in line with His Holiness the… Continue reading Our official statement on PRC’s sanctions against our members
Canada Tibet Committee Welcomes Sanctions Against Chinese Officials for Human Rights Violations
Ottawa, December 12, 2024 – The Canada Tibet Committee (CTC) commends the Government of Canada’s decision of imposing sanctions on eight senior Chinese officials under the Special Economic Measures (People’s Republic of China) Regulations. Announced on December 10, 2024, International Human Rights Day, these sanctions target individuals responsible for grave human rights violations in China,… Continue reading Canada Tibet Committee Welcomes Sanctions Against Chinese Officials for Human Rights Violations
CTC highlights Tibet at the launch of a report on Foreign Interference
Ottawa, December 11, 2024 – A parliamentary event was held in Ottawa to launch a report on the People’s Republic of China’s (PRC) foreign interference in Canada. The event was co-hosted by MPs John McKay, Michael Chong, and Jenny Kwan and was attended by a diverse group of parliamentarians, senators, government officials, and representatives from… Continue reading CTC highlights Tibet at the launch of a report on Foreign Interference
Canada Tibet Committee Hosts U.S. Tibetan Delegation for Advocacy Meetings in Ottawa
Ottawa, October 4, 2024 – The Canada Tibet Committee (CTC) hosted a series of meetings from October 2nd to 4th, welcoming Tibetan delegates from the United States. The delegation included Dr. Namgyal Choedup, Representative of His Holiness the Dalai Lama at the Office of Tibet; Tencho Gyatso, President of the International Campaign for Tibet (ICT); and… Continue reading Canada Tibet Committee Hosts U.S. Tibetan Delegation for Advocacy Meetings in Ottawa