The American Convention on Human Rights

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Canada has not signed or ratified the American Convention on Human Rights.

Adoption: The Convention was adopted at San Jose Costa Rica on 22 November 1969.

Entry into force: 18 July, 1978.

Number of signatories and ratifications/accessions: There are 25 state parties to the Convention. One state has signed but not ratified the Convention.

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