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Networking Events

WEDNESDAY, FEB. 1

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

The World We Want—Join author Frances Moore Lappé for a discussion of her new book EcoMind, in which she confronts current myths about markets, food, and environmental issues. Presented by USC Canada. 7:30 p.m., $30. St. Brigid's Centre, 310 St. Patrick St. www.usc-canada.org

Winterlude—A celebration of winter in Canada's capital. Activities include a Taste of Winterlude, a winter jazz festival, ice carving, snow sculptures and much more. Feb. 1-20. Ottawa, Ont. http://www.canadascapital.gc.ca/celebrate/winterlude


THURSDAY, FEB. 2

Beyond the West: Civilizations in World Politics—Join guest speaker Peter Katzenstein, Cornell University, for a talk on "Beyond the West: Civilizations in World Politics." Presented by CIPS at the University of Ottawa. 12 p.m. Free. Room 3120, Desmarais Building, University of Ottawa, 55 Laurier Ave. E., Ottawa, Ont. http://cips.uottawa.ca

Trojan Horse or Saving Grace? Islamic NGOs in Humanitarian Assistance—Join guest speakers Val Percival and Mike Brison, NPSIA at Carleton University. They will discuss, "The Role of NGOs in Humanitarian Emergencies." Presented by CSDS at Carleton University. 12:30-2 p.m. Alumni Boardroom, 617 Robertson Hall, Carleton University, 1125 Col. By Dr., Ottawa, Ont.

21st Annual Conflict Resolution Symposium—The theme for this year's 21st Annual Conflict Resolution Symposium is Conflict: Communication, Culture and Change. Presented by Saint Paul University, Carleton University and the University of Ottawa. Until Feb. 3. 8 a.m. Open to the public. Saint Paul University, 223 Main St. www.ustpaul.ca

China's Relations with Central Asia: Past & Present—Dr. Li Sin, Shanghai Institute for International Studies, will give a talk on "China's Relations with Central Asia: Past & Present." Presented by Carleton University. Lecture in Russian with English translation. 1-2:30 p.m. Room 2017, Dunton Tower, Carleton University, 1125 Col. By Dr. http://www1.carleton.ca/npsia/


SATURDAY, FEB. 4

Sri Lanka celebrates its National Day. It gained independence from the UK in 1948. For information on any celebrations, please call (613) 233-8449.

New Zealand celebrates its National Day. It celebrates the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840. (613) 238-5991

Elections in Dangerous Places—CIPS at the University of Ottawa presents a panel discussion on "Elections in Dangerous Places." Panelists include Eugenia Zorbas and David Gillies, CIDA. Moderated by Joe Ingram, North-South Institute. 10 a.m. Free. Room 12110, Desmarais Bldg., 55 Laurier Ave., Ottawa, Ont. Register in advance to cynthia.brassard-boudreau@uOttawa.ca

China Carnival Spring Gala—The China Carnival Spring Gala 2012 perform with proceeds gong to the Heart and Stroke Foundation in Ottawa. Presented by the Canada-China Cultural Development Association. 7 p.m., $45-$65. Centrepointe Theatre, 101 Centrepointe Dr.


TUESDAY, FEB. 7

One Year After: Where is the Arab World Heading?—Join guest speaker Robert Malley, Director of the International Crisis Group's Middle East and North Africa Program. He will discuss "One Year After: Where is the Arab World Heading." Presented by IDRC. Feb. 7, 2-3:30 p.m. W. David Hopper Room, 150 Kent St. 8th floor. www.idrc.ca

Screening: Nessuno mi puo giudicare—The Dante Alighieri Society of Ottawa presents a series of Italian films. Director, Massimiliano Bruno. Italy, 2010. 7:15 p.m. Free. Glebe Community Centre, 175 Third Ave. www.danteottawa.ca


WEDNESDAY, FEB. 8

African Studies Brownbag Seminar Series—Join guest speaker David Mastey, Carleton University, will discuss "Child Soldier Narratives and the North American Marketplace." Presented by the Institute of African Studies at Carleton University. 1-2:30 p.m. History Seminar Room, PA 436, Carleton University, 1125 Dr. African_Studies@carleton.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.

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