Afghanistan Task Force

The PCO-led Afghanistan Task Force provides advice and support to the Prime Minister on the implementation of a strategic plan to transform Canada's role in Afghanistan. It also coordinates government-wide operations in Afghanistan.
This work is shaped by key recommendations made by the Independent Panel on Canada's Future Role in Afghanistan (the "Manley Panel").
The Task Force has a mandate to:

• Provide strategic policy development and integration
• Coordinate federal government activities and operations in Afghanistan
• Track implementation of the Government's strategy
• Build coherence and consistency in communicating the mission to Canadians, international audiences and to Afghans

The 26-member Task Force is staffed with key personnel with relevant expertise from:

• Foreign Affairs and International Trade
• National Defence
• Canadian International Development Agency
• Treasury Board Secretariat
• Correctional Service of Canada
• Public Safety Canada
• Privy Council Office

Key Links

Canada's Engagement in Afghanistan

Further Reading

The Role and Structure of the Privy Council Office (2010)

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