Bancroft, ON – Dec. 23, 2024 – The Canadian Peace Museum charity has published an open letter to the Prime Minister calling for more efforts to promote peace and support the launch of the Canadian Peace Museum.
Signatories include two recipients of the Order of Canada, including author and humanitarian Dr Samantha Nutt and Professor James Orbinski, the Principal Elect of Massey College, University of Toronto. 25 years ago this month, Dr Orbinski accepted the Nobel Peace Prize on behalf of Médecins Sans Frontières.
“The holiday season is traditionally a time when people advocate for peace. Today, the urgency is gargantuan. We urge the government to join and support our efforts to promote peace.” - Chris Houston, President, Canadian Peace Museum
Full list of signatories
Chris Houston, President, Canadian Peace Museum charity
Dr Anita Schug, Director, Canadian Peace Museum charity
Sara Wolfe, Treasurer, Canadian Peace Museum charity
Danika Bouchard, Advisor, Canadian Peace Museum charity
Professor James Orbinski, Principal Elect, Massey College, University of Toronto
Dr Samantha Nutt CM OOnt
Ben Rowswell, Convenor, Circle for Democratic Solidarity
Media Contact: Chris Houston
Email: chris@canadianpeacemuseum.ca
Cell: 416 278 9800