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SUMMARY:CAFP Annual Meeting 2025
DESCRIPTION:[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Ms. Monica Baldi\, Vice-President of FMA\, participated as a distinguished guest in the Annual General Meeting of the Canadian Association of Former Parliamentarians\, held in Ottawa on June 15–16. The meeting featured a series of conferences and events attended by former members of the Canadian Parliament\, former members of the United States Congress and former Members of the European Parliament.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Programme” color=”orange” align=”center” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.formermembers.eu%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F09%2F2025-CAFP_OVERVIEW-en.pdf”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_btn title=”Read the full report of the meeting in the FMA September Bulletin (p. 18)” color=”orange” align=”center” css=”” link=”url:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.formermembers.eu%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F09%2FEPFMA-Bulletin-September-2025-EN.pdf”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Among the highlights of this meeting were the following main points: \nMemorial Service for Deceased Parliamentarians – June 16\, 2025\nMs. Baldi joined CAFP members\, current parliamentarians and special guests at the annual service in the House of Commons Chamber. The event honored former Members of the Canadian Parliament who passed away in the previous year. \nFireside Discussion on the Global Geopolitical Landscape – June 16\, 2025\nAt a luncheon hosted by the CAFP\, Ms. Baldi took part in a panel discussion with former U.S. Congresswomen Barbara Comstock and Donna Edwards\, and former Canadian Minister Seamus O’Regan. The exchange focused on democratic resilience\, disinformation and civic engagement. Ms. Baldi contributed a European perspective\, which inspired thoughtful questions and a rich dialogue with attendees. \nAnnual Dinner of the CAFP – June 16\, 2025\nDuring the Annual Dinner\, Ms. Baldi highlighted the importance of fostering dialogue and cooperation among former legislators across borders. The evening provided a collegial setting to reflect on shared values and opportunities for collaboration.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”30781″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nSpeakers at the “Fireside Discussion with Guest Speakers”. From left to right: Seamus O’Regan (Former Member of the Canadian Parliament)\, Monica Baldi (FMA Vice-President)\, Barbara Comstock (Former Member of the U.S. Congress) and Donna Edwards (Former Member of the U.S. Congress). \n[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Productive Trilateral Meeting\nThe three associations\, EP_FMA\, CAFP and US_AFMC\, agreed to advance joint initiatives on civic education\, democratic engagement and cross-border dialogue on global challenges. This commitment represents a significant step in strengthening the role of former parliamentarians internationally.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”30788″ alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nMonica Baldi\, FMA Vice-President\, during her speech at the CAFP Annual Meeting. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_single_image image=”30792″ alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nMonica Baldi\, FMA Vice-President\, delivering a gift to the President of the CAFP\, Matt DeCourcey. \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=””]Strengthening International Networks – Message from the President of the CAFP\nCAFP President Matt DeCourcey reaffirmed the association’s mandate to support democracy in Canada and worldwide. He emphasised the importance of collaboration with European partners and praised Ms. Baldi’s presence in Ottawa as a demonstration of enduring friendship and cooperation between parliamentarians.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””] \n\n\n\n“The meeting in Ottawa was particularly fruitful. The three associations of former European\, Canadian and US parliamentarians have decided to strengthen their cooperation by working on joint projects.” –  Vice President of EP_FMA\, Hon. Monica Baldi\n\n\n\n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_single_image image=”30785″ img_size=”full” alignment=”center” css=””][vc_column_text css=””] \nFrom left to right: Matt DeCourcey (CAFP President) and Monica Baldi (FMA Vice-President). \n[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
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