A delegation from Ghana’s Minority Members of Parliament has met with Ghana’s High Commissioner to Canada, Dr Dora Francisca Edu-Buandoh, for discussions centered on diaspora welfare, national development priorities, and strengthening Ghana–Canada relations.
The meeting took place at the High Commissioner’s official residence in Ottawa, where the MPs paid a courtesy call as part of their ongoing capacity-building programme in Canada.
The engagement provided a platform for the lawmakers to gain deeper insight into the experiences and concerns of Ghanaians living in Canada, while also exploring ways Parliament can respond more effectively to issues affecting the diaspora.
Speaking during the discussions, MP Jerry Ahmed Shaib noted that the visit offered a valuable opportunity to understand firsthand the realities facing Ghanaian communities abroad. He said the exchange would help lawmakers shape more informed policies that support citizens outside Ghana while contributing to national development.
The discussions also touched on ways to deepen bilateral cooperation between Ghana and Canada, particularly in areas that could enhance economic growth, governance, and social development in Ghana.
Mr Shaib expressed appreciation to Dr Edu-Buandoh for the warm reception and constructive engagement, describing the interaction as a meaningful step in bridging the gap between policymakers and Ghanaians abroad.
He further commended Minority Leader Alexander Afenyo-Markin for supporting the parliamentary training programme, saying such initiatives help strengthen MPs’ skills and expose them to global best practices in governance and public service.
The visit forms part of a broader training initiative aimed at enhancing the capacity of Members of Parliament to effectively perform their legislative, oversight, and representative duties.
