Former Canada Health Minister Kamal Khera named Consul General in Los Angeles
Babushahi Network
Los Angeles, July 18, 2026: Former Canada Health Minister Kamal Khera has been named as Consul General in Los Angeles. She will succeed Zaib Shekh.
Khera was a former Liberal MP from Brampton West. She will work for promoting bilateral trade, tourism and investments.
Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand made the announcement regarding her appointment.
Khera has thanked Prime Minister Mark Carney for her appointment. In a statement she said “At a time when the Canada-U.S. relationship is more important than ever, I look forward to working with Ambassador Wiseman and Team Canada to strengthen the ties that bring our countries closer together.
Khera said she would work to create new opportunities for Canadian workers and businesses and help build “a stronger future for people on both sides of the border.”