Coalition of Canadian Human Rights Lawyers Urges Canada to Suspend Existing Permits and Close All Loopholes in Arms Trade with Israel

On March 5, 2024, CLAIHR initiated legal proceedings together with Al-Haq – Law in the Service of Man, Ayman Oweida and an anonymous Palestinian applicant challenging Canada’s continued export of military goods and technology to Israel.

CLAIHR and its fellow applicants remain committed to closing all loopholes in Canada’s arms trade with Israel and ensuring that previously authorized Canadian military exports do not contribute to Israel’s violations of international law in Gaza and the West Bank.

Please read our full press release regarding our continued legal action in the light of new circumstances and ongoing human rights violations: English | French