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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....
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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New Year’s Greeting
(January 1, 2011)

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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...
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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)

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Press Release – Civil Aviation & Meteorology Authority of Yemen
(November 3rd, 2010)

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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...
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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....
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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 ...
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THE 3rd INTERNATIONAL YEMEN OIL, GAS & MINERALS CONFERENCE
Sana’a, Yemen (18th – 19th October, 2010)

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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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 ...
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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...
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YEMENI COMMUNITY HOSTS QUEEN OF SHEBA SOCCER TOURNAMENT
Ottawa, Canada (July 3rd, 2010)
Once again this year, Ottawa’s Yemeni Community hosted star athletes from Yemeni communities throughout North America, to participate in a rousing day of competition, known as the Queen of Sheba Soccer Tournament...
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ALBERTA GOVERNMENT HOSTS AMBASSADOR BAHAH FOR OFFICIAL VISIT
Edmonton, Alberta (June 14th, 2010)
On Monday, June 14th His Excellency Khaled Bahah was met by the Deputy Chief of Protocol for Alberta, Mr. Norm Davies and accompanied to Commerce Place, Edmonton where members of the Alberta Government...
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YEMEN PARTICIPATES IN GLOBAL PETROLEUM SHOW
Calgary, Alberta (June 8 – 10, 2010)
This event comprised three days of world-class exhibitions and events. This year’s show ends on a high note, having attracted thousands of attendees and exhibitors and featured significant international delegations.....
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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....
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Arab Day
Ottawa, Canada (Tuesday June 1st, 2010)
On Tuesday, June 1st, 2010, The Embassy of the Republic of Yemen in collaboration with the Council of Arab Ambassadors joined together to celebrate Arab Day.....
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Love & Peace, Ahmed fathi, free concert
Calgary, Alberta (June 11th, 2010)


A blend of Middle-eastern and Western melody, a multicultural harmoney

Mega Star from Yemen, World renowned oudist

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Yemen Embassy in Canada Continual Activities & Family Gathring
National Yemen, Yemenis Abroad (June 06th, 2010)

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AMBASSADOR MEETS SECRETARY GENERAL BAN KI-MOON
Ottawa, Canada (May 12th, 2010)
On Wednesday, May 12, the UN Association in Canada hosted a large reception which was attended by Ambassador Bahah, at the Chateau Laurier Hotel...
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WATERCAN EMBASSY DINNER
Ottawa, Canada (May 7th, 2010)
The Embassy was very happy to once again be an active participant in the annual WaterCan Dinner Gala fundraiser. ....
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Dinner party in honour of Asst Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs
Ottawa, Canada (May 7th, 2010)
The Residence was bustling with activity last Friday night when an illustrious gathering of present and former parliamentarians and diplomats, academics and senior executives ....
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OTTAWA ECONOMIC MISSION
Ottawa, Canada (April 21st-22nd, 2010)
The highly anticipated Ottawa Economic Mission, organized by the Department of Foreign Affairs took place on April 21st and 22nd. This annual presents a unique opportunity for Diplomats to gain an unprecedented ....
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Investment Cooperation Program (INC)
Ottawa, Canada (April 26th, 2010)
The Investment Cooperation Program (INC) became operational at the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade (DFAIT) ....
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AMBASSADOR HOSTS “MUSIC TO DINE FOR” AT THE RESIDENCE
Ottawa, Canada (April 13th, 2010)
As part of a fundraising event for the National Arts Centre Orchestra, Ambassador Bahah and Diplomatic personnel were host to an illustrious group of members of the philanthropic organization ....
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CANADA-ARAB ECONOMIC FORUM & GALA DINNER.
Ottawa, Canada (March 24th, 2010)
With great enthusiasm and gusto, Members of the Canada-Arab Business Council, and the Canadian Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, hosted the bustling and well-attended 2010 ....
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YEMEN MINING INVESTMENT – YEMENI AMBASSADOR ANNOUNCES NEW DEVELOPMENT IN THE MINING SECTOR.
Toronto, Canada (March 9th, 2010)
The Yemeni Ambassador to Canada, HE Khaled Bahah, former Minister of Oil and Minerals, and Dr. Ismail Al Janad ....
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VISA VISAS TO YEMEN
Ottawa, Canada (February 1st, 2010)
Visas to enter Yemen will be issued only from the Embassies and Consulates of the Republic of Yemen abroad ....
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