Russian Sanctions Target Canadian Premiers, Journalists, Military, Political Staff

Bob Rae, ambassador of Canada to the United Nations, speaks while holding a copy of the United Nations charter at the General Assembly hall, Feb. 23, 2022, at United Nations Headquarters. The Canadian Press/AP/John Minchillo

Russia has issued fresh sanctions against 61 Canadians including provincial premiers, military personnel, political staff and journalists, over Canada’s actions against the country for its invasion of Ukraine.

Bob Rae, Canada’s ambassador to the United Nations, is now banned from entering Russia, as well as five premiers including Ontario’s Doug Ford, Alberta’s Jason Kenney and British Columbia’s John Horgan.