Denial from the Canadian Embassy:

The Canadian Ambassador to Haiti, André François Giroux, categorically denied rumors according to which the Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mélanie Joly, had requested a delay of 6 months to provide evidence to the Canadian Senate concerning the ongoing sanctions in Haiti against former Prime Minister Laurent Lamothe. He claims that such a request was never made.

Crisis : the former PM Evans Paul deplores

According to former Prime Minister Evans Paul "The Haitian actors have not reached an agreement to stem the crisis because they are not aware of the seriousness of the situation in the country" he deplores that the discussions between the protagonists are concentrated on who should lead the country instead of how to get it out of this multifaceted crisis in the long term.

Montreal Haitian Consulate closed

On the occasion of the celebration of the end of year holidays and the new year, the premises of the Consulate General of Haiti in Montreal will be closed from Monday, December 25, 2023 to Friday, January 5, 2024. Consular services will resume on Monday, January 8 2024, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

The French Institute of Haiti closed

"The French Institute of Haiti (IFH) will be closed from December 21, 2023 to January 8, 2024 for the end-of-year holidays. We look forward to seeing you in great shape in 2024. Happy Holidays !"

A key to breaking the cycle of poverty

In Haiti, education is the key to breaking the cycle of poverty. The World Bank supports modernizing the education system, restoring schools and providing resources for more than 150,000 children, creating opportunities for a prosperous future.

The Association of Industries of Haiti closed

"Dear members, dear partners, the Association of Industries of Haiti (ADIH) announces that its doors have been closed since Wednesday, December 20, 2023, for the end of year celebrations. Activities will resume on Monday January 8, 2024, at usual hours (8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.). ADIH already wishes everyone a happy holiday season."

HL/ HaitiLibre