Canada - Africa: Diplomatic Appointments
The Honourable Stéphane Dion, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments.
The Government of Canada is steadfast in selecting diplomatic leaders who are experienced public servants and who reflect a wide diversity of Canadians as well as the government’s commitment to greater gender parity.
Sara Hradecky becomes High Commissioner to the Republic of Kenya and Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the United Nations Human Settlements Programme and to the United Nations Environment Programme. Ms. Hradecky replaces David Angell.
Christopher Thornley becomes High Commissioner to the Federal Republic of Nigeria and Permanent Observer to the Economic Community of West African States. Mr. Thornley replaces Perry Calderwood.
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