National Council on Canada-Arab Relations | Conseil National des Relations Canado-Arabes

The Future of Syria: An Examination of the Political and Socio-Economical Implications in the Region

NCCAR — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:16:19 +0000

Ottawa Panel Discussion: Wednesday Feb. 22nd, 2012 Join us to hear three expert panelists dissect what is currently happening in Syria. They will provide an analysis of the long term policy implications for the Syrian situation in the Middle East ...Continue reading

NCCAR comments on Israel/Palestine Survey

NCCAR — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 19:48:39 +0000

February 2nd, 2012 (Ottawa): The National Council on Canada Arab (NCCAR) was quoted today in a Globe and Mail article expressing some thoughts on the latest poll conducted by Environics on attitudes of Canadians towards our foreign policy in Palestine and Israel. Here’s an excerpt ...Continue reading

Historical Synopsis on Syria

NCCAR — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 16:20:02 +0000

Below is a historical synopsis written by Imad Al-Sukkari, a young Syrian-Canadian and a commentator on international relations who has been following closely the latest developments in Syria. Views expressed in this article are his own and do not necessarily represent those of the National Council ...Continue reading

Volunteer shares her experience

NCCAR — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 20:49:50 +0000

I applied to volunteer with the National Council on Canada-Arab Relations in the hopes of gaining experience beneficial to my future. I am happy to say that my expectations were met. I began in early October, 2011 and thus far, I’ve gained skills in ...Continue reading

Ottawa Event – The Palestinians of 48: Struggle for Democracy

NCCAR — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 19:58:36 +0000
A Canadian expert shares his eye-witness account on his field-trip to Israel-Palestine
The “Palestinians of 48″: The Struggle for Democracy
Please circulate widely
Event Background

Many Canadians are aware of the injustices facing Palestinians in ...Continue reading

Meet Katie Gowrie

NCCAR — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 19:48:40 +0000

My Experience with NCCAR

When Rula called to train me for my volunteer work with NCCAR, I knew straight away this would be an exciting learning experience. Through this volunteer internship, I’ve gained knowledge of the Middle East and Canadian policy, as well as ...Continue reading

Parliamentary Internship Report

NCCAR — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 19:14:10 +0000

Report by Katie Gowrie

NCCAR Parliamentary Interns share their experience in the House of Commons

Ghaith El Mohtar decided to hope for the best and prepare for the worst. When he stepped into Elizabeth May’s office for the first time, she had no idea what ...Continue reading

2011 Conference Thank You

NCCAR — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 21:03:03 +0000

The National Council on Canada Arab Relations (NCCAR) would like to thank the Conference Planning Committee and the volunteers for making this past Conference Winds of Change: Implications on Canada Arab Relations a huge success. The Conference Planning Committee included:

David Comerford – Immediate Past ...Continue reading