John T. Holmes
John T. Holmes brings years of experience working with war-affected countries. Throughout his career as a diplomat, Holmes served as Canada's Ambassador to nine countries, including Iraq, Timor Leste, Philippines, Georgia, and Azerbaijan. Holmes has held many leadership positions, where he participated in decision-making on issues relating to interstate conflict, international courts, and peacebuilding. Holmes served as Canada's Legal Advisor on the United Nations Security Council and the International Court, and chaired negotiations on the
Agenda for War-Affected Children (2000).