Source: Department of Foreign Affairs Canada |

Diplomatic Appointments

These appointments reflect the Government of Canada’s commitment to ensure its diplomatic leaders represent a wide diversity of Canadians and include a greater gender representation

OTTAWA, Canada, July 19, 2016/APO/ --

The Honourable Stéphane Dion, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointments.

These appointments reflect the Government of Canada’s commitment to ensure its diplomatic leaders represent a wide diversity of Canadians and include a greater gender representation.

Heather Cameron becomes High Commissioner to the Republic of Ghana. Ms. Cameron replaces Christopher Thornley.

Antoine Chevrier becomes High Commissioner to the Republic of Mozambique. Mr. Chevrier replaces Shawn Barber.

Lise Filiatrault becomes Ambassador to the Republic of Senegal. Ms. Filiatrault replaces Philippe Beaulne.

Ian Myles becomes High Commissioner to the United Republic of Tanzania. Mr. Myles replaces Alexandre Lévêque.

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