Armenian National Committee of Canada Participates at Pierre Poilievre’s Vancouver Reception

On Saturday, November 16, in Vancouver, BC, Canadian Conservative Party Leader and Opposition Leader Pierre Poilievre attended a private reception at Karma Lounge, Paradox Hotel.

Representing the Armenian National Committee of Canada (ANCC) and the Armenian community, Sevan Agopian was among a small group of invited business and community leaders to the private reception.

On behalf of Lugaro Jewellers and the local Armenian community, Sevan had a candid discussion with Mr. Poilievre about:

•   Lugaro’s involvement in Canada’s diamond sector,

•   The need for stronger government support for the diamond and mining industry,

•   And thanked the leader for the longstanding support of the Conservative Party has shown toward Armenian community  in Canada and ANCC initiatives fir Armenia and Artsakh .

Sevan also briefed Mr. Poilievre on the current instability in Armenia, urging the Opposition to continue standing up for the rights of Artsakh Armenians and to help push the Canadian government to address the issue of Armenian political prisoners held in Baku.

Mr. Poilievre expressed appreciation for the support of Canadian Armenians and acknowledged the ANCC’s close collaboration with Conservative MPs to ensure these issues are addressed and resolved peacefully.