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Happy New Year
Ottawa, Ontario (January 2012) Once again it is that time of year when it is customary to reflect on the events of the year gone by, listing key moments of disaster; fantasy, heroism; triumph and accomplishment. However, the narrative of 2011 cannot be contained in a list. Details >> |
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AMBASSADOR MEETS WITH PRESIDENT OF FORUM OF FEDERATIONS
Ottawa, Ontario (November 5 & December 7, 2011) Coinciding with the formation of the new National Reconciliation Government and the scheduled presidential elections for February 21, 2012, the concept of federalism for Yemen has become a timely and relevant model to consider in the restructuring of the future of the country. Details >> |
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Yemeni National Reconciliation Government formed
Ottawa, Ontario (December, 2011) SANA'A, Dec. 07 (Saba) - Vice President Abdo Rabbo Mansour Hadi issued Wednesday the republican decree No. 184 for 2011 forming the Government of the National Reconciliation. Based on the nomination of General People Congress (GPC) and its allies and the Joint Meeting Parties (JMP) and its partners, the decree announced the government's members as follows: Details >> |
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AMBASSADOR MEETS WITH SENATOR NOEL KINSELLA, SPEAKER OF THE SENATE
Ottawa, Ontario (November, 2011) The opportunity for the Ambassador to meet with Yemen’s good friend and Speaker of the Senate, the Honourable Noel Kinsella is always a most welcome occasion. Such an opportunity presented itself for Ambassador Bahah to renew old acquaintances on October 6th, following a very busy summer and fall return to Parliament. Details >> |
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A BRIDGE FOR COMMUNICATION
Ottawa, Ontario (November, 2011) The first Conference of Arab Expatriates, held from December 4 – 6, 2010, was a dynamic gathering of people of Arab descent from all corners of the world. It was held under the auspices of Secretary General, HE Amre Moussa, at the Headquarters of the League of Arab States in Cairo. Canada’s distinguished Senator, The Honourable Pierre de Bane, whose parents were born in Egypt, was among the illustrious guests in attendance. His fellow attendees were comprised of Arabs from 32 non-Arab countries around the world, including Canada, as well as representatives from 22 Arab homelands. . Details >> |
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AMBASSADOR MEETS NEW SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE OF COMMONS
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Ottawa, Ontario (November, 2011) The Speaker of the House of Commons is the Member of Parliament responsible for keeping order in Chamber proceedings and also to protect the rights and privileges of the House. . Details >> |
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YEMENI TAWAKKUL KARMAN SHARES 2011 NOBEL PEACE PRIZE
Ottawa, Ontario (October, 2011) Hearty congratulations are in order for the, 32-year-old Yemeni and mother of three who shares the great honour of the Nobel Peace prize for 2011. The co-recipients include the two outstanding women, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and Leymah Gbowee. Details >> |
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His Excellency Abdul Aziz Abdul Ghani
1939 - 2011
Ottawa, Ontario (August 22, 2011) On Monday, August 22, 2011, Yemen’s beloved Speaker of the Yemen Senate, His Excellency Abdul Aziz Abdul Ghani passed away. He will be remembered for his tireless and loyal devotion to his country and the people of Yemen. Details >> |
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Canadian Immigration Guidelines
Ottawa, Ontario (August 16th, 2011) تناولت وسائل الاعلام الكندية خبر قرار وزير الهجرة في الحكومة الفيدرالية الكندية سحب الجنسية الكندية من 1800 شخص من الحاصلين عليها بسبب مخالفتهم لشرط الاقامة في كندا وتزوير وثائق لاثبات اقامتهم في كندا. Details >> |
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Canadian Immigration Guidelines
Ottawa, Ontario (August 9th, 2011) Many of you may have recently read news items relating to the revocation of some 1800 fraudulently-obtained Canadian citizenships by the federal government. Details >> |
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شَهْرُ رَمَضَانَ ٱلَّذِىٓ أُنزِلَ فِيهِ ٱلْقُرْءَانُ هُدًۭى لِّلنَّاسِ وَبَيِّنَـٰتٍۢ مِّنَ ٱلْهُدَىٰ وَٱلْفُرْقَانِ )) ))
ورة البقرة الأية ﴿185﴾
Ottawa, Ontario (July 18th, 2011) بمناسبة قدوم شهر رمضان المبارك 1432 هـ، يطيب لسفارة الجمهورية اليمنية أن تتقدم بأسمى أيات التهاني والتبريكات لابناء الجالية الإسلامية في كندا كافة ولابناء الجالية اليمنية خاصة ، سائلين المولى جل في علاه أن يسود الأمن والأمان والطمأنينة والسكينة والإستقرار في مجتمعاتنا وأن يعيده على الأمة الإسلامية باليمن والخيروالبركات وكل عام والجميع بخير. |
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AMBASSADOR ATTENDS NEXEN 2011 YEMEN SCHOLARSHIP GRADUATION
Calgary, Alberta (June 6, 2011) The graduation of Yemeni students from the Nexen Scholarship Program is one of the highlights of the year, and this year, eight proud new students joined the elite group of graduates to date. It is a festive bestowal of congratulations to the dedication and hard work of the young Yemeni students, but is also a tribute to the enviable relationship between Yemen and Nexen Inc.... Details >> |
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OTTAWA ECONOMIC MISSION
Windsor, Ontario (May 11, 2011) After welcoming remarks to the Heads of Mission by Chief of Protocol, Ms. Margaret Huber; Assistant Deputy Minister & Chief Trade Commissioner, Peter McGovern, an overview of the Program was given by Mr. Claude Haw, President of OCRI... Details >> |
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CHRISTIAN EMBASSY HOSTS AMBASSADOR TO 9th ANNUAL AMBASSADOR BUSINESS TOUR
Windsor, Ontario (May 4-6, 2011) In efforts to promote the expansion of international commercial relationships, the Christian Embassy, the interdenominational, nonprofit organization which provides networking services to diplomats, government and business... Details >> |
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COURTESY VISIT WITH HIS WORSHIP MAYOR WATSON OF OTTAWA
City Hall – Ottawa (March 23, 2011) Mayor Watson was elected Mayor of Ottawa on October 25, 2010. He had previously held the position in 1997 when not only did he receive 82% of the popular vote, but he was also the youngest Mayor in Ottawa’s history... Details >> |
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AMBASSADOR HOSTS STUDENTS
(The Residence – January 28th, 2011) Frigid arctic temperatures did not deter a group of close to fifty students from flocking together on the evening of Friday, January 28th, in order to enjoy the warm atmosphere... Details >> |
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New Year’s Greeting
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THE 20th ARABIAN GULF CUP
Yemen (November/December, 2010) The potential of a successful sporting event to empower a Nation, promote good will and economic stimulation, was resoundingly demonstrated by the Gulf 20 Cup of Nations... Details >> |
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Yemen's ambassador to Canada, Khaled Bahah, Interview with CBC News Regarding two U.S.-bound parcel
CBC News (November 3rd, 2010) Details >> |
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Press Release – Civil Aviation & Meteorology Authority of Yemen
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Yemen's ambassador to Canada, Khaled Bahah, has called the recent decision to ban all air cargo originating from his country an "overreaction."
By Jennifer Campbell, Postmedia News (November 2nd, 2010) "The banning of all air traffic and mail originating from Yemen is an example of overreaction to the problem as opposed to seeking a logical solution... Details >> |
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Second International Coffee Conference
Sana’a, Yemen (December 13th & 14th, 2010) Plans are currently underway for the Second International Conference of Natural Arab Coffee (sun-dried), which will be held between 13th and 14th December, in Yemen’s magnificent and historic Capital City of Sana’a.... Details >> |
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NOVA SCOTIA GOVERNMENT HOSTS AMBASSADOR BAHAH TO OFFICIAL VISIT
Halifax, Nova Scotia (October 25th – 27th) On Monday, October 25th, Ambassador Bahah arrived in Halifax in preparation for his Official Visit with the Government of Nova Scotia. This was his second visit to the capital city of the Province ... Details >> |
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THE 3rd INTERNATIONAL YEMEN OIL, GAS & MINERALS CONFERENCE Sana’a, Yemen (18th – 19th October, 2010) Details >> |
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XII GENERAL ASSEMBLY OF THE OTTAWA DIPLOMATIC ASSOCIATION
Embassy of Japan – Auditorium (October 7th, 2010) The Executive Committee closed its 2009/2010 term at the XII General Assembly of the Ottawa Diplomatic Association ... Details >> |
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AMBASSADOR BAHAH ATTENDS THIRTEENTH ANNUAL DIPLOMATIC FORUM
Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island (September 26th–29th, 2010) September 26th marked the opening of the 13th Annual Diplomatic Forum and Ambassador Khaled Bahah’s first visit to Prince Edward Island. Though, in terms of land area and population, it is the smallest of the Provinces ... Details >> |
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AMBASSADOR BAHAH MEETS WITH SAFETY MINISTER, THE HONOURABLE VIC TOEWS
Parliament Hill (September 20th, 2010) On September 20, 2010, Ambassador Bahah had his first meeting with the new Minister of Public Safety, the Honourable Vic Toews in his Parliament Hill Office ... Details >> |
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AMBASSADOR HOSTS EID OPEN HOUSE
The Residence (September 11, 2010) On September 11, 2010, Ambassador Bahah was delighted to receive students and members of the Yemeni community for an Eid Reception at the Residence ... Details >> |
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A JOURNEY TO THE WORLD’S LAST FRONTIER Northern Canada (July 5th – 12th, 2010) In the early morning of July 5th, Ambassador Bahah, together with a delegation of 17 other Ambassadors, several members of DFAIT, the Privy Council, the Department of Indian and Northern Affairs... Details >> |