Gwen Temmel

Following and analyzing world affairs. Views are personal; Retweets do not imply endorsement.

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

Today we mark the #NationalDayForTruthAndReconciliation and #OrangeShirtDay honouring Residential School Survivors, their families, and communities.

#NDTR

Read more here: https://t.co/zmLiljzp4S

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

We welcomed young leaders from across the political spectrum for an engaging discussion on #MiddlePowerDiplomacy and #SocialCohesion.
Read more here 👉🏽https://t.co/5OqCuV3Xyf
@ciisrilanka

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

We were delighted to welcome Weldon Epp, Assistant Deputy Minister (ADM) for the Indo-Pacific, for a short visit to #SriLanka.
Read more here: https://t.co/kg87vHnFAC
@IsaboMartin @CanadaFP

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

Some online attacks are designed to change how we view public leaders. #GenderedDisinformation

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

High Commissioner @IsaboMartin was delighted to welcome #Colombo Mayor Vraîe Balthazaar to the newly restored chancery of the High Commission of Canada.
Read more here : https://t.co/PDwEZKySiS
@VraieB

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

Grateful to join the  commemoration of the International Day of the World’s #IndigenousPeople’s alongside Sri Lanka’s Aadi Vasi Chief Uruwarige Vanniyela Aththo and Prime Minister @Dr_HariniA
https://t.co/SS1Eok0KGc

[UN Special Rapporteur Richard Bennett @SR_Afghanistan]

A year ago, we warned against the normalisation of Taliban rule. We repeat that warning today with greater urgency, because the temptation to normalise has grown while the grounds to justify it have not. Normalising a regime that systematically persecutes more than half of its population does not promote change; it legitimises oppression.

https://t.co/JZAc9j5hDt

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

High Commissioner @IsaboMartin welcomed an introductory meeting with #WomenParliamentarians during her recent visit to #Maldives.

#Canada is proud to support partnerships that promote #WomensLeadership and strengthen inclusive governance.

#WomenLeaders #WomenInPolitics

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

Happy Independence Day Maldives! #Canada extends warm wishes to Maldivians celebrating in #Maldives and around the world, including in Canada. ✨🤝

[Gwen Temmel @GwenTemmel]

A welcome exchange between our respective Ministers of foreign affairs 🇨🇦🇱🇰.

[Anita Anand @AnitaAnandMP]

A productive exchange with Vijitha Herath on mutual priorities. We discussed regional security, the importance of advancing human rights and reconciliation, and the strong Sri Lankan diaspora in Canada.

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

Earlier this month, HC @IsaboMartin was delighted to host a special evening celebrating #Canadian and #SriLankan diversity through the rich lens of #CulinaryHeritage. 🍁🇱🇰🍽️
#CanadaInSriLanka #FoodBringsUsTogether Photo Credits : @pulse_lk

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

HC @IsaboMartin and the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Employment and Tourism, Hon. @HMVijithaHerath discussed opportunities to strengthen collaboration in key areas, including #MaritimeSecurity, #Digitalisation, and #ClimateResilience.

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦 🍁✨

Please see High Commissioner @IsaboMartin's message to all Canadians and to the friends of #CanadainSriLanka and the #Maldives on this special occasion.https://t.co/E2NryM4ozf

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

#Canada was proud to stand in solidarity and celebrate inclusion this #PrideMonth! 🌈🫶

#Canada is committed to supporting the rights of #LGBTI+ persons both home and abroad.

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

📢A great opportunity for journalists in #SriLanka and the #Maldives! We encourage all eligible and interested to apply. 📩 https://t.co/ocujDSckx1

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

For #WorldPressFreedomDay we honour the work of journalists who’ve dedicated themselves to protect and advance #MediaFreedom in #SriLanka and #Maldives, at a particularly complex and challenging time. 🎙️📰💻

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

#WorldPressFreedomDay - Today, we recall the importance of #MediaFreedom for #Democracy & #HumanRights in #SriLanka & #Maldives. In 🇱🇰, Canada is pleased to be working with @Internews to tackle rising hate speech & disinformation that is fueling ethnic & religious extremism.

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

Hosted representatives from the South Asian Women in Media organization at the Official Residence in #Colombo, to discuss #FreedomOfExpression, #ArtificialIntelligence, harassment in media, and much more. @IsaboMartin @sawm_sl #MediaFreedom

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

Our heartfelt wishes for #Peace, #Health and #Prosperity to all those celebrating the #NewYear in #SriLanka, #Canada and around the world. May this season of renewal bring brighter days ahead. #Avurudu #Puthandu.

[Canada in Sri Lanka and Maldives @CanHCSriLanka]

Celebrating #InternationalWomensDay by honoring 200+ #EmpoweredWomen in Hatton!
Through "Home Grown Solutions"—our 2-year #CFLI project with SWEAT—we’re strengthening entrepreneurship, networks, and leadership for lasting community impact.
@CanadaDev #IWD2026