A/HRC/24/11 45. India referred to the Committee on the Rights of the Child’s concerns on disparities in access to services by all children and the lack of prevention of child sexual exploitation. It noted concerns about violence affecting indigenous women. It asked if, in relation to the Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination’s concerns about Bill-C4, the provisions of mandatory detention have been repealed or modified. India made recommendations. 46. Indonesia appreciated the various measures to strengthen the relationship with the Aboriginal people. It however, indicated that it shared the concern about the high rates of incarceration of and violence to Aboriginal people, in particular women and girls, as well as the alleged inadequate response of the authorities. Indonesia made recommendations. 47. The Islamic Republic of Iran referred to child sexual exploitation and trafficking, the right to food, discriminatory laws against indigenous peoples and minority groups, including Muslim Arab and African communities. It expressed concern at the refusal of Canada to criminalize and punish acts of racist violence. It made recommendations. 48. Ireland urged the implementation of Canada’s 2012 National Action Plan to Combat Human Trafficking and to pay attention to all human rights issues of Aboriginal peoples. It noted that educational, economic and social development issues represent a continuing challenge. It made recommendations. 49. Italy applauded Canada’s outstanding commitment to the promotion and protection of human rights and welcomed progress in the implementation of the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women and International Labour Organization (ILO) Convention No. 29. It asked if Canada upholds its opinion that a specific criminal offence of domestic violence does not have any added value; and whether Canada intends to ratify ILO Conventions Nos. 98 and 138. Italy made a recommendation. 50. Japan inquired about Canada’s assessment of violence against Aboriginal women, the realization of the right to health among Aboriginal peoples, measures meant to improve the situation, and challenges identified/steps taken to meet CRPD obligations. Japan made a recommendation. 51. Jordan commended Canada for advancing the agenda of human rights at national and international level and for its ongoing efforts to combat racial discrimination through a combination of legislative, policy and education awareness. Jordan made recommendations. 52. Malaysia noted challenges with regard to the national homelessness programme and the prevention of racially motivated acts against Muslim, indigenous and minority communities. Malaysia made recommendations. 53. Canada is committed to eliminating racism and addressing discrimination facing Canada’s diverse racial, ethnic, cultural and religious communities. Canada’s multicultural society is based on intercultural understanding, shared citizenship, engagement and inclusion. Canada has a strong legal and policy framework to combat racism and discrimination and it condemns racially and religiously motivated crimes and violence. 54. Racial profiling is not used or condoned in Canada. Public safety organizations are guided by very clear policies that speak out against discrimination or profiling. Training for officials is provided. They also perform community outreach and are committed to investigating and responding to any concerns or complaints that deal with racial profiling. 55. On poverty, homelessness and access to social services, Canada has adopted a collaborative approach to social protection. The provinces and territories have primary responsibility for delivering services. Canada, however, recognizes that certain vulnerable groups face barriers to employment. The Government, in cooperation with provinces and 7