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Bi-Weekly E-ArabiCa Newsletter
NCCAR E-ArabiCa - Week of Janaury 8, 2007
NCCAR Meets with FM MacKay On December 18th, NCCAR Vice-President Bahija Réghaï met with Foreign Affairs Minister Peter MacKay in Ottawa to discuss Canada's changing voting pattern at the United Nations and how this impacts negatively on the lives of civilians caught up in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Representatives from Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East and One Voice were also present and shared their views on the escalating crisis in Palestine and this summer's attacks by Israel against Lebanon.
Presentation to Algerian Parliamentarians and Civil Society NCCAR Executive Director Mazen Chouaib was invited by the Parliament of Algeria and the United Nations Development Program to speak to parliamentarians and civil society in Algiers about the Canadian example of relations between Parliament and civil society.
NCCAR
in the Media NCCAR Executive Director, Mazen Chouaib spoke with Radio-Canada International about a recent presentation he gave to civil society actors and parliamentarians at the behest of the Algerian Parliament and the United Nations Development Program about improving relations between government and NGOs. He was also interviewed by Algerian media. The Globe and Mail also spoke to NCCAR Executive Director about the recent defection of PM Harper's special advisor on the Middle East, MP Wajid Khan from the Liberal Party to the Conservative Party.
NCCAR News Releases
Government News Releases
House of Commons Proceedings
The 39th Parliament of Canada is currently adjourned since December 15, 2006 and will commence the Winter session on January 29, 2007. Visit www.parl.gc.ca for all the information you need to know about Parliament (House of Commons and Senate of Canada) and find current information about Members of Parliament (MPs).
Making Peace One Person at a Time - January 11 - Ottawa A special show is to air on CHIN Radio 97.9 FM - Ottawa - and can be listened to from anywhere on the internet at: www.chinradio.com on Thursday, January 11 from Noon-1 pm (LIVE). The guest of the show which will discuss the issue of peace in the Middle East is Tana Saler www.tanasaler.com (“Welcome to the Master Within'). The show is being co-hosted by Gary Michaels, Program Director at CHIN Radio and Ernest G. Tannis a prominent lawyer in Ottawa.
Ibrahim Shalaby Artwork Tour in Ottawa - January 16-17 - Ottawa Dr. Ibrahim Shalaby is a Canadian Jerusalemite architect/interior designer, who always says "I don't live in Jerusalem it lives in me". His canvases elect feelings of nostalgia warmth and love for Arab cities, he is influenced by the traditional heritage and culture of Arabs. Dr. Ibrahim paints real places that he has visited before such as, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Egypt, Bahrain, Kuwait, and U.A.E. Dr. Shalaby is on a 2-day tour in Ottawa. His art will be displayed on Tuesday January 16: 9:00 am - 7:30 pm at University of Ottawa - Community Life Centre (Concourse) and on Wednesday January 17: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm at Algonquin College - Building "C" - Student Centre. For more information visit http://www.abrahamshalaby.com.
Trio Joubran de Palestine - 28 janvier - Montréal Samir, Wissam et Adnan …Réunis sur scène. C'est la TRIPLE COMPLAINTE DES FRÈRES DU OUD. " Improvisations érudites, habile déclinaison des maqamats, visite de mélodies traditionnelles et surtout, comme suspendu entre colère et espoir, ce silence qui accompagne la note. Sublime. " Entre arabesques et connivence … envoûtements et frissons. Dimanche 28 janvier 2007 - 20h00 (ouverture des portes à 19h00). 5240 Ave. Du Parc (coin Fairmount) - Montréal. Billets en vente dès maintenant. Au Kola Note - (514) 274-9339. Sur Réseau Admission - (514) 790-1245. www.admission.com. 10% des ventes de ce concert seront remis à l'AMP - Aide Médicale pour la Palestine.
Palestine Trilogy: documentations in history, land and hope - January 28 - Ottawa Palestine Trilogy presents an independent voice and a critical perspective focusing on Israeli and Palestinian efforts toward coexistence. Yael confronts the reality of terror, of displacement, of walls, and the constant surveillance on families and indigenous communities while exploring the common recognition of the possibility of a different reality and a hope that the ‘sounds of peace' may eventually predominate. The Palestine Trilogy will be presented by Temple Israel Adult Education on Sunday, January 28 from 9:30am-12:30 pm. Breakfast included, 9:30am. Discussion will be facilitated by b.h. Yael, Professor and Chair of Integrated Media at the Ontario College of Art and Design, and passionate advocate for a just and sustainable peace in Israel/Palestine.
Orientalism & Ephemera - until February 11 - Windsor This exhibit is curated by Jamelie Hassan at the Art Gallery of Windsor, 401 Riverside Drive West. For more information, please visit www.agwa.ca.
Dinner to Honour Maher and Monia Arar - February 14 - Ottawa Senator Marcel Prud'homme, Meili Faille, MP, Alexa McDonough, MP, Omar Alghabra, MP, Bill Casey, MP and the Canadian Muslim Network (a network of Muslim organizations across Canada) are pleased to announce a dinner celebrating civil rights in Canada, in honour of Maher Arar and Monia Mazigh on Wednesday, February 14, 2007, at 6:00 pm (Room 200, West Block, HOUSE OF COMMONS). Tickets cost $100, or $2000 for tables of eight. All proceeds will go to a University of Ottawa Arar/Mazigh scholarship in human rights and civil liberties. Tax receipts will be issued for donation component. For tickets, contact Tyseer Aboulnasr, tyseer_aboulnasr@yahoo.ca or 613-291-3407.
Museum of Civilization-Petra: Lost City of Stone - until February 18 - Gatineau 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau (on the banks of the Ottawa River and opposite Parliament Hill). This exhibition is the most complete portrait ever mounted of the amazing and enigmatic city of Petra. It tells the story of this once-thriving metropolis at the crossroads of the ancient world's major trade routes and of the technological virtuosity that allowed the Nabateans to build and maintain Petra in the harsh desert environment. For 4 centuries beginning in 200 BC, Petra stood at the crossroads of the Silk Road and the spice routes that connected China, India and Arabia with markets in Greece, Rome, Egypt and Syria. The exhibition is organized by the Cincinnati Art Museum and the American Museum of Natural History. Info: www.civilization.ca
Canada
on display at Middle East wood show -
April 10-12 -
Dubai, U.A.E.
Calendar for Montreal Events A calendar has been made for residents of Montreal who wish to inquire about events relating to the Lebanon and Israeli Aggression at http://tadamon.resist.ca/index.php/?p=123
Centre
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2007
"Colors From Palestine" Art Calendar
Holy Land Trip: Pilgrims of Hope PILGRIMS OF HOPE: A Study and Solidarity Tour in the Land Where Jesus Walked is part of The Middle East Peace Education Project. http://www.fosna.org/conferences_and_trips/index.html. The trip will take place from June 11-24, 2007 and will cost approximately $2575. Cost includes: Airfare (Chicago-Tel Aviv); ground transport; hotel; two meals most days; tips; guide & entrance fees; Not included: travel to/from Chicago; lunches; drinks; travel insurance; second meal on four days; souvenirs. Prices based on double-occupancy and on a minimum of 20 travelers, subject to changes due to circumstances beyond our control. Must have a passport that is valid six months beyond date of re-entry to U.S. Confirmation by March 11, 2007. Meetings will be held with Christian leaders, men and women, who work for a just, Gospel-centered peace through non-violent resistance, conflict resolution and social transformation. The Holy stones that will be toured include: Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Judean Desert, and Galilee.
REACH OUT, SPEAK UP! Ignite Change Now - Global Youth Assembly 2007 This is a satellite project of the Youth Assembly at the United Nations, which will bring 500+ international youth and young professionals 16- 28 years to Edmonton, Canada July 30 - August 4, 2007. We are accepting a wide-range of oral and poster presentation proposals and invite you to submit your ideas! The content of the Assembly will focus on the UNESCO 8 Pillars of Peace as a conceptual framework. This will help participants develop comprehensive knowledge of social, economic, and political issues in our world - from AIDS, to poverty, to human security - as well as offering action-oriented philosophies and quantitative strategies that will empower them to tackle these problems. Visit the John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights website for more information at: www.johnhumphreycentre.org or email to: program@youthassembly.ca.
Senior Staff for Volunteer Services at The Support Network (Edmonton)
Employment Opportunity - The Support Network
Position Abstract: Are you someone who is passionate about people? Want to make a difference in the community? Help connect people to amazing and meaningful volunteer opportunities and ensure that they get the support and recognition they deserve? Want to show off your volunteer management skills? Your innovative thinking? Find something permanent with benefits and flex-time? Would you enjoy being part of a senior management team? Would you like to work with exceptional people in a positive environment where we work hard and laugh a lot too?
Qualifications:
To Apply: If you feel that you possess the necessary qualifications and related work experience, please send your resume and covering letter, no later than January 19, 2007. We would like to thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those who qualify will be contacted to schedule an interview. Carol Greenaway, Associate Executive Director, The Support Network / E-mail: cgreenaway@thesupportnetwork.com.
NCCAR is looking for research volunteers and volunteers to help with the organization of our Speakers' Bureau tours, national conferences and projects, and many other interesting tasks including general administrative tasks at our office in Ottawa, as well as with other projects. Contact Essam Farag at essamfarag@nccar.ca or on our website at www.nccar.ca/joinus/volunteer.html.
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Disclaimer NCCAR is a non-profit organization dedicated to building bridges of understanding and cooperation between Canada and the Arab world.
Le CNRCA est un organisme à but non-lucratif consacré à sensibilisé le Canada au monde Arabe et à encourager des liens de coopération. |
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