Canada to sanction Moldova groups aiding Russia, send judges to boost integrity

OTTAWA - Canada has set the stage with Moldova to start sanctioning people and companies based in that Eastern European country who are helping Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine. Moldova has been trying to join the European Union for years, and the former Soviet country has helped shelter people fleeing violence in neighbouring Ukraine. Ottawa also aims to send Canadian judges to Moldova to help the country strengthen the integrity of its judicial system. Moldova, which is roughly the size of Vancouver Island, is among the poorest countries in Europe. Her visit on Thursday marked the first time a Moldovan president has come to Canada since 1992.