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| Abbreviation | UNICEF Canada |
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| Formation | 1955 |
| Type | National Committee |
| Legal status | active |
| Headquarters | Toronto, Ontario |
President and CEO | Sevaun Palvetzian |
Parent organization | UNICEF |
| Website | https://www.unicef.ca/ |
UNICEF Canada, also known as the Canadian National Committee for UNICEF, is one of 36 UNICEF National Committees based in industrialized countries. UNICEF is a child-focused humanitarian organization, working in over 190 countries.[1][2]
It was founded in 1955 by volunteers.[3] UNICEF Canada advises the Canadian Government on policies and legislation which support programs and commitments under the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child. It joined 10 other National Committees to assist children over 190 countries and territories.
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