
Canada
★Standing NMIRF
NRTDSummary
Canada has a permanent standing national mechanism for implementation, reporting and follow-up (NMIRF). It is an intergovernmental structure that coordinates human rights reporting and follow-up across federal, provincial, and territorial (FPT) governments. It includes a dedicated Secretariat within the federal Department of Canadian Heritage and multiple coordination bodies at various levels of government.
Institutional setup and mandates
Engagement with international human rights mechanisms
Coordination and consultation with stakeholders
Follow up and implementation
Contact information
Secretariat for Canada’s NMIRF
Canadian Heritage, Human Rights Program
Website: About human rights – Canada.ca
Last updated: September 30, 2025