Announcement of new diplomatic appointment

December 12, 2023 – Ottawa, Ontario – Global Affairs Canada

The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced the following diplomatic appointment:

Julie Crowley becomes High Commissioner in the Republic of Rwanda. Ms. Crowley replaces Christopher Thornley.

Canada is strengthening its diplomatic relationship with Rwanda by converting the Canadian office in Kigali into a high commission.