Hostages – Bilateral Agreements Between Canada and International Partners

Archived and Outdated Information: This publication is out of date and should be referenced for research or recordkeeping purposes only. It is not subject to the Government of Canada Web Standards and has not been altered or updated since it was archived. You can request an alternate version of our publications by email at Accessibilite-accessibility@international.gc.ca or telephone at 1-800-267-8376. This publication contains the International Convention Against the Taking of Hostages, adopted in New York in 1979 and in force for Canada in 1989. It establishes international legal obligations to prevent, criminalize, and punish the taking of hostages and to promote cooperation among states in the prosecution and extradition of offenders.

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Global Affairs Canada

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2026-04-07