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CLC Statement in Support of United Nations International Human Rights Day

Posted: Wednesday, 8 December 2010

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Statement on Negotiations Toward a Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement Between Canada and the European Union

Posted: Monday, 18 October 2010

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International Youth Day Statement - “Dialogue and Mutual Understanding”

Posted: Wednesday, 11 August 2010

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Statement on Minimum Age Campaign

Posted: Sunday, 1 August 2010

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