E-Arabica Newsletter

• A play adapted by NCCAR Board member Samah Sabawi from the book “Three Wishes: Palestinian and Israeli Children Speak” by acclaimed Canadian author Deborah Ellis, premieres tonight, December 2, 2008 at The Gladstone Theatre in Ottawa, Ontario. This original theatrical production brings to life the stories of Israeli and Palestinian children - honoring their words and offering a sobering glimpse into their disturbing reality. Directed by Alain Chamsi, the play concludes on Dec 13, 2008.
• NCCAR attended a conference (in French) organized by the Graduate school of Public and International Affairs, University of Ottawa, on November 27, 2008: Au-delà de la terreur et du martyre : l'avenir du Moyen-Orient , by Gilles Kepel, Professeur at Sciences Politiques, Paris, Directeur de la Chaire Moyen-Orient Méditerranée.
• NCCAR Vice-President Samer Roumani participated in the Arab Communities Round Table of Ottawa which was held on November 19, 2008.
• NCCAR President Bahija Réghaï and Vice-President Samer Roumani attended a Welcome Party offered by the National Press Club in honour of all the Members of the 40 th Parliament on November 18, 2008.
• NCCAR Vice-President Samer Roumani attended the Arab Canadian Women's Association's Annual Gala which was held on November 15, 2008.

· On November 16, 2008, NCCAR board member Samah Sabawi addressed the congregation of the Barhaven United Church on non-violent conflict resolution and peace building as part of the United Church's Listening for Peace series I.

• NCCAR attended the swearing ceremony on Parliament Hill of BQ Member of Parliament Meilli Faille which was held on November 14, 2008.

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>>End of Year Appeal - Help NCCAR continue to be YOUR strong voice in Ottawa. Please make your tax-deductible donation today. Monthly contributions are especially appreciated for ongoing support. They can be made through Canada Helps . Donations can also be made by cheque to NCCAR, and addressed to 63 Sparks Street #301, Ottawa ON, K1P 5A6. Thank you for your continued support.

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.