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WEDNESDAY, JAN. 25
African Studies Brown Bag Seminar Series—Join guest speaker Alan Martin, Partnership Africa Canada, for a talk on "Conflict Diamonds and Zimbabwe: Lessons Learned and Ways Forward for the Kimberley Process." Presented by the Institute of African Studies at Carleton University. History Seminar Room, 436 Paterson Hall, Carleton University, 1125 Col. By Dr. 613-520-2600 x 2220. THURSDAY, JAN. 26 Screening: Journey of Faith—Join Victoria Barrett for a screening and Q&A on her film Journey of Faith: On the Trail of Christianity in Turkey. Reception to follow. Presented by the embassy of the Republic of Turkey and the Turkish Canadian Cultural Association. 7 p.m. Free. Library and Archives Canada Auditorium, 395 Wellington St. 613-244-2479. SATURDAY, JAN. 28 Hungarian Choir of Ottawa Fundraising Ball—Dance the night away at the Hungarian Choir of Ottawa's Fundraising Ball. Activities include: comedy skits, costume competition, dinner, and music by Karninál Group. 6 p.m. $10-$25. Ottawa Hungarian Community Centre, 43 Capital Dr. Reserve your tickets by Jan. 26, 613-692-0677. MONDAY, JAN. 30 Ottawa Diplomatic Hospitality Group—Join the Ottawa Diplomatic Hospitality Group for curling, snowshoeing, and a tour followed by a reception. The event is for female diplomats and spouses of diplomats. The club provides the traditional Canadian snowshoes and mukluks for $3, or bring your own. Curling session is free. RA Centre, 2451 Riverside Dr. 9 a.m.-noon. Pre-registration is required by Friday, Jan. 27. Please contact Ulle Baum, president: ullebaum@gmail.com or 613-240-4622. TUESDAY, JAN. 31 Canada's University Presidents to meet with Parliamentarians—University presidents from across the country will gather for meetings with parliamentarians, senior public servants, and other key stakeholders to discuss how universities are helping to build a culture of innovation in Canada. The day's activities and discussions will focus on the benefits gained by Canadians through investments in innovation, and the impressive results of university and private-sector partnerships. Close to 30 presidents are expected to participate. There are two events open to media. The first is the Big Thinking Lecture/Breakfast. The topic of the lecture will be "Innovation? What Innovation? Re-thinking progress and how we measure it." Complimentary full hot breakfast for media. Bring photo ID. No cameras in the Parliamentary Restaurant. 7:30-8:45 a.m. Evening Reception: A celebration of the university and private-sector partnerships that energize Canadian innovation. 6:30 p.m., Laurier Room, Chateau Laurier Hotel, 1 Rideau St. For more information, to arrange interviews or to confirm your attendance at either event, call Helen Murphy at 613-563-1236 ext. 238. Group of 78 Luncheon Speaker Series—Join guest speaker Robert Fowler for his presentation "Sleeping with Al Qaeda." 12 p.m. $5 presentation only; $30 luncheon and presentation. Palais Imperial Restaurant, 311-313 Dalhousie St. Pre-registration required to 613-230-0860 or group78@web.net WEDNESDAY, FEB. 1 Northern Lights Business and Cultural Showcase—A biennial event created to strengthen Arctic and Northern partnerships and understanding between Canada's Northern and Southern regions. The event includes a multi-industry trade show, engaging conference topics and speakers, exciting social events, and a stimulating arts and cultural pavilion. Key topics that will be highlighted include sovereignty, infrastructure, transportation, and climate change. The conference kicks off today with a welcome luncheon (open to the public) with David Suzuki, $150. The Arts and Cultural Pavilion will be open to the public on Feb. 3 & 4. Ottawa Convention Centre, 55 Col. By Dr. www.northernlightsottawa.com Screening: Courting Justice—The South African High Commission presents a screening and discussion of Courting Justice as part of its "React to African Film" series. Creator and executive producer Ruth B. Cowan will introduce the film. 5:30 p.m. Main Library Auditorium, 120 Metcalfe St. www.BiblioOttawaLibrary.ca Embassy Listings is edited by listings editor Alia Heward who can be reached at 613-232-5952, ext. 200. Information regarding events should be sent to listings@embassymag.ca with the subject line 'Embassy Listings' by Friday at 5 p.m. Send in your event in a paragraph with all the relevant details. Our fax number is 613-232-9055. listings@embassymag.ca |