FRIENDSHIP AND SOCIAL COHESION

FRIENDSHIP AND SOCIAL COHESION Dear Readers, Our awareness of responsibility has tremendously increased largely due to the positive and supportive remarks of our first time readers who have indicated that they had no idea of the events that had taken place. The events that we report on are truly awe-inspiring and we wish we could print every story that we receive; however, due to the limited number of pages we are able to print, we try to select one story from each province and try to reflect a variety of stories and events that are happening around Canada. During the past 3 months, the Anatolian Heritage Foundation (AHF) has attempted to demonstrate the cultural richness of our beautiful Anatolia to the best of its ability, and pledges to continue to do so. We would like to thank all of the organizations, volunteers, and honorable guests that have contributed to making the events portrayed a great success and hope that these applauded events will prosper day by day, and become the means to increased friendship and social cohesion. Sincerely,

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Canada-Turkic World Relations on Greeting by H.E. Abdullah Gul I congratulate the organizers for their relentless efforts and extend my sincerest greetings to the participants.we appreciate the contributions of the Turkish Canadian community with its ever growing presence in Canada to bring our bilateral relations to its current level. Our relations will get stronger as you continue your efforts. Ottowa da yapılan 1.Türk Dünyası Kongresini organize eden Anadolu Kültürleri Federasyonu nu tebrik ediyor, bu kongrenin iki ülke arasındaki karşılıklı ilişkilerimizi artırmada önemli bir etken olduğunu ifade ediyorum. Serif Damar, Executive Director, IDI Montreal, Irene Mathyssen, MP, Isabelle Morin, MP, Ahmet Tamirci, Vice President, Anatolian Heritage Federation

a New Rise MP Recai Berber(AKP), MP Dave Van Kesteren, Chair of Canada Turkey Friendship Group, MP Sadik Badak, Chair of Turkey- Canada Interparliamentary Friendship Group, MP Mehmet Mus(AKP), The two countries already collaborate as long-standing allies in NATO and cooperate in various multilateral forums, but they have not discovered each others true potential. Yet Although the sectors in which Canadian and Turkish entrepreneurs have had the ability to establish important business connections are increasingly expanding, there needs to be a forum that creates this initial point of contact. In this regard, the 1st Annual Turkic Convention held in Ottawa stands as a landmark event, which brings together not only those of Canadian and Turkish backgrounds, but has opened up the forum of dialogue and interaction to those inhabiting the Turkic world as a whole. The success of the convention is a testament to the importance of and need for such events and will hopefully be the first of many, leading to a long and prosperous connection between Canada and the Turkic world. The Convention featured two panels on Turkey-Canada Relations, a luncheon with participation of the dignitaries from both countries and a Gala Reception to celebrate Turkic Heritage in Canada and to establish a landmark event for Turkic Canadians resembling the Turkic Canadian solidarity. Prior to the convention, AHF also hosted a welcome reception for the delegations from Turkey and the USA at the new Intercultural Dialogue Centre in Kanata. H.E. Dr. Tuncay Babali. Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey, Hon.Bal Gosal Minister of State (Sport) Iki gün süren, sosyal ve ekonomik panallerin düzenlendiği 1. Kanada Türk Dünyası Kongresine Kanada Parlamentosu Başkanı,Türkiye den milletvekilleri, bürokrat, gazeteci ve iş adamları katıldı. Kongrenin açılış resepsiyonu Anadolu Kültür Merkezi nde yapıldı. Kongre ise Ottawa Marriott Hotel de düzenlendi. 1.Kanada Türk Dünyası Kongresi nin kapanış galası ise büyük bir katılıma sahne oldu. Kanada Parlamentosu Başkanı Andrew Scheer in konuşma yaptığı gala resepsiyonuna, T.C. Büyükelçisi Dr. Tuncay Babalı, aralarında bakanların da olduğu 30 dan fazla milletvekili, senatör ve bürokrat, diplomat, Türkiye, Kanada ve ABD den iş adamları, çeşitli sivil toplum kuruluşları ve diğer etnik toplulukların temsilcileri, akademisyenler yanısıra TBMM den Kanada-Türkiye Dostluk Grubunu temsilen üç partiden 5 milletvekili katıldı. Greetings by Rt. Hon. Stephen Harper Turkic Canadians are uniquely well placed to promote and strengthen bilateral relations between Canada and Turkey. I am certain that your deliberations will help foster understanding in this regard. I would like to commend the members of the Anatolian Heritage Federation for preserving the history and traditions of your homeland while building a good life in Canada. Kanada da yerleşik Türki topluluklar, Kanada-Türkiye arası ilişkilerin güçlendirilmesi konusunda çok önemli bir konuma haizdir. Kongre sırasındaki görüşmelerinizin bu hususa katkıda bulunacağına inancım tamdır. Anadolu Kültürleri Federayonu üyelerinin Kanada da Türk kültürü ve tarihini yaşatma çabalarını tebrik ediyorum.

The convention is not only important for establishing much needed business contacts in newly emerging sectors of interest to Canadian investors; it also serves a crucial role as a forum for cultural and social discourse. Hon. Gar Knutson, former Minister of State for International Trade for New and Emerging Markets H.E. Dr. Tuncay Babali. Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to Canada Speakers at the Convention include: Sadik Badak, Chair of Turkey-Canada Interparliamentary Friendship Group, Dave Van Kesteren, Chair of Canada Turkey Friendship Group, H.E. Dr. Tuncay Babali, Ambassador of the Republic of Turkey to Canada, H.E. Farid Shafiyev, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Azerbaijan to Canada, Gar Knutson, former Minister of State for International Trade for New and Emerging Markets, Ambassador James Holmes, President of American-Turkish Council, Joost Lagendijk, Columnist with the Turkish Dailies Zaman and Today s Zaman, former joint chairman of the Turkey-EU Parliamentarians delegation, Patrick Martin, Middle East bureau chief for The Globe and Mail Prof. Mustafa Gokcek, Niagara University, Veysel Parlak, Deputy Director General for EU Affairs of Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Turkey, Mike Ward, former head of the Canadian Consulate in Istanbul. Hon. Andrew Sheer, Speaker of the House of Commons. Panel Konuşmacıları: T.C. Kanada Büyükelçisi Tuncay Babalı, Amerika Türk Konseyi Başkanı James Howard Holmes, eski Avrupa Parlamentosu Üyesi, Zaman ve Today s Zaman yazarı Joost Lagendijk ve Globe and Mail Orta Doğu Şefi Patrick Martin, Niagara Üniversitesi Öğretim Görevlisi Mustafa Gökçek, Türkiye Kanada Parlamentolararası Dostluk Grubu Başkanı Sadık Badak Kanada Türkiye Parlamentolararası Dostluk Grubu Başkanı Dave Van Kesteren, eski Uluslararası Ticaretten Sorumlu Devlet Bakanı Gar Knutson, Ekonomi Bakanlığı AB Genel Müdür Yardımcısı Veysel Parlak ve Kanada nın eski İstanbul Konsolosu Mike Ward. MP Erin O Toole, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of International Trade Parliamentarians from Grand National Assembly of the Republic of Turkey Sadik Badak(AKP), Recai Berber(AKP), Mehmet Mus(AKP), Kadir Gokmen Ogut(CHP), Oktay Ozturk(MHP) Türkiye den katılan Milletvekilleri: Sadık Badak,( AKP), Recai Berber (AKP ) Kadir Gökmen Öğüt (CHP), Mehmet Muş (Ak Parti), Oktay Öztürk (MHP)

Mauril Bélanger, MP HIGHLIGHTS: The Opening Speech for the Gala Reception was made by Hon. Andrew Sheer, Speaker of the House of Commons. Two Federal Ministers, members of Canada-Turkey and Turkey-Canada Friendship Groups including 5 MPs from three parties represented in Grand National Assembly of Turkey, over 30 MPs and Senators, 5 Ambassadors, more than 50 bureaucrats and diplomats and academicians participated in the Convention. The Opening Reception of the Convention was held at the Intercultural Dialogue Centre in Ottawa. The Convention featured two Panels on Canada-Turkey Relations, a Luncheon and a Gala Reception. 8 Turkic Nations and Relative Communities showcased their customs at the Gala Reception. KONGREDEN NOTLAR: Kongreye 2 Federal Bakanın yanısıra 30 dan fazla milletvekili ve senatör, bürokratlar, diplomatlar, Türkiye, Kanada ve ABD den iş adamları, akademisyenler ve Kanada-Türkiye Dostluk Grubu üyesi TBMM de temsil edilen üç partiden 5 milletvekili katıldı. Kongre nin açılış resepsiyonu AHF Kültür Merkezinde, Kongre işe Ottawa Marriott Hotel de gerçekleşti. 2 panel, iş dünyası Formu, özel öğle yemeği ve bir de gala resepsiyonu vardı. 8 Türk Cumhuriyeti ve etnik toplulukların temsilcileri tanıtım standı açtı. Gala nın açılış konuşması Kanada Parlamentosu Başkanı Andrew Scheer, moderatörlüğünü Federal Milletvekili Dean Allison un yaptı. Ottawa AHF convention.anatolianheritage.ca

Peel Students Reflect on Living as Neighbours Bonnie Crombie, Councillor Ward 5, Mississauga Irwin Elman, Provincial Advocate for Children Outstanding student art works and essays on the topic Who s My Neighbour? have been awarded by prominent leaders of Peel Region at the Awards Ceremony of the first Peel Art and Essay contest on February 20th at the Mississauga Convention Centre. Being a collaborative effort of the Intercultural Dialogue Institute GTA and the Peel District School Board, the Peel Art and Essay contest aims to motivate youth (high school students) to reflect on a wide range of topics such as intercultural understanding, peaceful coexistence, social justice and responsible citizenship and gives them an opportunity to express their ideas through their art work and essays. This year s contest was supported by a number of organizations in Peel region including Peel Children s Aid Society, Peel Regional Police, Art Gallery of Mississauga, Dixie Bloor Neighbourhood Centre and Rogers TV Peel as well as a distinguished Selection and Hosting Committee comprised of many prominent names of the region. Öykü ve sanat ödülleri sahiplerini buldu Kültürlerarası Diyolog Vakfı nın Peel Bölgesi Milli Eğitim Müdürlüğü ile birlikte organize ettiği öykü ve sanat yarışması ödülleri Mississauga Convention Center da düzenlenen muhteşem bir törenle sahiblerine verildi. Emniyet Müdürlüğü, Mississauga Sanat Galerisi, Rogers TV, Çocuk Esirgeme Kurumu ve Dixi Bloor Kültür Evi nin sponsor olduğu ödül töreninde sevinç gözyaşları vardı. GTA IDI toronto.interculturaldialog.com

Chief of Police Jennifer Evans, Peel Regional Police Mining Giants Come Together in Toronto Bringing together representatives from the Turkish mining sector who were in Toronto to attend the PDAC Miners Congress and Fair, the reception co-organized by the Turkish Consulate in Toronto and The Canadian Turkish Business Council brought together a large number of Turkish and Canadian experts from the mining sector. The reception, which was held at the downtown offices of the Turkish Canadian Chamber of Commerce saw the attendance of Honorable Ali Riza Guney, the Turkish Consul-General, the Turkish Economic Attache, Lucie Verreault the President of Turkish Gold Miners Association, Umid Aktur, as well as numerous representatives from the mining sector both in Turkey and in Canada along with bureaucrats from both countries. Rosey Edeh, three-time Olympian and currently Host/ Anchor of Globe Toronto Umid Aktur, the President of the Turkish Gold Miners Assocation presents Celalettin Basar, President of TCCC with an historic Lidyan Gold Coin Plaque. Maden Dünyasının Duayenlerine Resepsiyon Toronto Başkonsolosluğu, Kanada Türk Ticaret Odası (TCCC) ve Kanada Türk İş Konseyi nin (Canadian Turkish Business Council) ev sahipliğinde ülkemizden Toronto ya PDAÇ Madenciler Kongresi için gelen katılımcılara bir resepsiyon düzenlendi. TCCC nin Toronto ofisinde gerçekleşen programa T.C. Toronto Başkonsolosu A.Rıza Güney,Kanada nın Türkiye Ticari Ateşesi Lucie Verreault,Türkiye Altın Madencileri Derneği Başkanı Ümid Aktur, iş dünyasından yöneticilerin yanı sıra çok sayıda yerli ve yabancı bürokrat katıldı. Tony Pontes, Director of Education, Peel District School Board TCCC Toronto tcccommerce.org

Queen s Park Enjoyed Turkish Hon. Reza Moridi, Minister of Research and Innovation. Mitzie Hunter, MPP for Scarborough--Guildwood Jack MacLaren,MPP for Carleton Mississippi Mills

Culture Hon. Tracey MacCharles, Minister of Consumer Services & Hon. Reza Moridi, Minister of Research and Innovation with Nile Academy Students Hon.John Milloy, Minister of Government Services & Government House Leader MPP Shafiq Qaadri(Etobicoke North) MPP Jagmeet Singh (Bramalea Gore Malton) Anatolian Heritage Federation had its 4th Annual Friendship Reception at Queens Park, Ontario on March 17, 2014. The event was co-hosted by MPPs from all parties represented at Queen s Park. Twenty MPPs including 6 Ministers and over fifty executive staff attended the Reception. The AHF s President Saadettin Ozcan, emphasized the similarities between Canada and Turkey, highlighting the importance of working together on areas including virtual cultural exchanges; youth and student exchange programs; and economic partnerships, business development and trade delegations. MPP Reza Moridi (Liberal), and MPP Jack MacLaren (Conservative) shared their remarks on behalf of the hosting committee. The program concluded with d elieghts from a family picture and with the wonderful Turkish cuisine which were prepared by the volunteers of the Turkish Community. Ontario Parlamentosu nda dördüncüsü düzenlenen Dostluk resepsiyonu, 20 nin üzerinde eyalet milletvekili ve 6 Bakanın katılımı ile 17 Mart 2014 taririhinde gerçekleştirildi. Bu senenin resepsiyonunun ev sahipliğini Queen s Park ta temsil edilen 3 partiden 8 milletvekili yaptı. Konuşmalar sırasında Kanada-Türkiye Dostluğuna vurgu yapılırken, Türk toplumunun Ontario eyaletine yaptığı katkı ve Anadolu Kültürleri Federasyonunun Ontario eyaleti ile Türkiye nin ilişkilerinin geliştirilmesi adına çalışmalarından takdirle bahsedildi. Hon. David Zimmer, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs AHF Toronto anatolianheritage.ca

Harmony Between Canada s Man Prime Minister Stephen Harper: IDI Edmonton is well placed to promote and strengthen our diversity and increase harmony between Canada s many cultures. Stephen Mandel, Former Mayor of Edmonton IDI Edmonton organized its 9th Annual Dialogue and Friendship Dinner at Fairmont MacDonald Hotel in Edmonton. This year s theme was Responsible Citizenship and Social Cohesion. United Way Edmonton was the charitable partner of the event. The night began with welcoming remarks and reading of greeting messages from various dignitaries, including Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Stephen Harper and Mayor Don Iveson (brought by Councillor Amarjeet Sohi). It was continued on with remarks provided by Premier Alison Redford. Premier Redford commended the activities of IDI in Alberta and underlined the importance of raising Responsible Citizens. Ron Mandel, former Mayor of Edmonton, gave a keynote address of the evening concerning citizenship in multicultural society. The event served approximately 180 attendees from all walks of life,including 25 MLAs, the members of the government, bureaucrats, business people, media members, professors, religious and community leaders. Öykü ve sanat ödülleri sahiplerini buldu Edmonton Kültürlerarası Diyalog Merkezinin Kanada ya yaptığı katkılardan övgüyle bahseden Başbakan Stephan Harper gönderdiği özel mesajında programı organize edenleri tebrik etti. Alberta Başbakanı Alıson Redforth Edmonton Kültürlerarası Diyolog Merkezi nin Fairmont Hotel de yaptığı 9. Dostluk Yemeği ne katıldı. Kanada Basbakanı Stephen Harper ise gönderdiği özel mesajında Alberta eyaletinde IDI in Kanada da yaşayan farklı kültürlerin uyumu ve çok kültürlülük bilincini güçlendirme açısından çok önemli bir görevi ifa ettiğini ve bu çalışmaların barış ve birbirini anlama kültürünün gelişmesine katkı sağlayacağından emin olduğunu belirtti. Sorumlu Vatandaşlık ve Sosyal Uyuşma konulu Programın ana konuşmasını Edmonton eski Belediye Başkanı Stephen Mandel nın yaptığı yemeğe 25 milletvekili olmak üzere üst seviyede katılım vardı. Edmonton IDI edmonton.interculturaldialog.com

y Cultures Students From Nile Academy Raise Funds for Philippines Disaster Students of Nile Academy in Toronto Give Donations to Victims of Typhoon Sebnem Gul presented Junever Mahilum-West, the Philippine Consul General, with a $2000 check Students from Nile Academy took initiative and organized a fund-raising campaign for the Philippines to help them deal with the devastation left behind by Typhoon. Members of the Nile Academy Student Council visited the Philippines Consulate General on Wednesday, November 20, 2013 to forward the donations and demonstrate their support. Sebnem Gul presented Junever Mahilum-West, the Philippine Consul General, with a $2000 check. The money will be donated to UNICEF, which will to be matched by the Canadian government. Philippine Consul General, Sebnem Gul, expressed her gratitude for Nile Academy s efforts and mentioned that Turkey was one of the first countries to provide relief to the Philippines. Nile Öğrencilerinden Anlamlı Bağış Nile Academy öğrencileri, harçlıklarından biriktirerek topladıkları yardımı Filipinler in Toronto Başkonsolosu na teslim etti. Filipinler i vuran Haiyan tayfunu sonrası ülkesine ilk yardımın Türkiye den geldiğini belirten Mahilum-West, Türkiye nin yardımı, asla unutulmayacak diye konuştu. Hon. Alison Redford, Premier of Alberta and Ibrahim Cin, Executive Director, IDI Edmonton Nile Academy nileacademy.ca

Social Cohesion Through Responsible The night also featured two excellent Community Service Award presentations. The first award was presented to Dr. Charles Pascal of the Ontario Institute for Studies in Education (OISE) at the University of Toronto. Dr. Pascal received his award from Dr. Mamdouh Shoukri, President and Vice Chancellor of York University, who presented it on behalf of the Hosting Committee of the dinner. The second award was presented to the Greater Toronto Civic Action Alliance. John Tory, Chair of the Civic Action received the award from Bill Fisch, Chair and CEO of York Region. John Ralston Saul, President, PEN International. Sevaun Palvetzian (CEO of Civic Action), John Tory, MPP Mitzie Hunter (Scarborough--Guildwood), Bill Fisch (Chair of York Region)

Citizenship Mamdouh Shoukri (President of York University) & Charles Pascal (OISE, University of Toronto) MP Bob Dechert (Mississauga-Erindale) Olivia Chow (Mayoral candidate for Toronto) The Intercultural Dialogue Institute GTA held its 9th Annual Dialogue and Friendship Dinner focused around the theme of Responsible Citizenship and Social Cohesion. The event had a distinguished Hosting Committee comprised of many prominent leaders from all over the GTA. United Way Toronto was the charitable partner of the event. John Ralston Saul, prominent Canadian writer and President of PEN International, gave a keynote speech at the evening concerning citizenship in a multicultural society. He spoke about the importance of responsible citizenship, using Toronto s recent Ice Storm as an example where people acted as responsible and inclusive citizens. Saul continued on to describe the various characteristics of a responsible citizen, citing qualities such as being engaged, conscious, empathetic and having courage. He stated that many new Canadians fit these characteristics and they not only contribute to the economy but to our civilization and culture as well. Toronto Kültürlerarası Diyolog Merkezi nin bu yıl Mississauga da düzenlediği Dostluk Yemeği ne çok sayıda yerli ve yabancı misafir katıldı. Bilinçli Vatandaşlık temasının işlendiği yemekte Kanada nın ünlü yazarlarından John R. Saul ana konuşmacıydı. GTA IDI toronto.interculturaldialog.com

1st Friendship Reception at the Saskatchewan Legislative Speaker of the House Hon. Dan D Autremont, Minister of Education Hon. Don Morgan and MLA Mark Docherty, MLA Glen Hart Warren Steinley, MLA for Regina Walsh Acres and Omer Al-Katib, Honorary Consul of Republic of Turkey Minister of Education Hon. Don Morgan and MLA Mark Docherty The Anatolian Heritage Federation held its 1st Annual Friendship Reception at the Saskatchewan Legislative Assembly on March 11, 2014. The event brought together not only the Turkic community, but also MLAs including Speaker of the House Dan D Autremont, four Ministers, two Deputy Ministers, Opposition Leaders, twenty-three MLAs, and executive staff. During their speeches, the Speaker, Ministers and Opposition Leaders commended the activities of the New Turkic Community in Saskatchewan and emphasized the importance of working together toward improving relations and contributing to the local economy and community. The participants enjoyed Turkish culture and the wonderful Turkish cuisine, which was prepared by the volunteers of the Turkish Community. Saskatchewan Eyaletinde Dostluk Yemeği Saskatchewan Parlamentosu nda ilki düzenlenen Dostluk resepsiyonu, Parlamento daki milletvekillerinin yarısından fazlasının katılımı ile gerçekleştirildi. Programda ev sahibi olarak konuşan Parlamento Başkanı Dan D Autremont un yanısıra Bakanlar, muhalefet partisini temsilen Trent Wotherspoon ve Fahri Konsolosumuz Omer Al-Katib Türkiye-Kanada arası dostluğun ve ekonomik işbirliğinin önemini vurgulayan konuşmalar yaptılar. AHF Saskatchewan anatolianheritage.ca

Assembly IDI Calgary - 1st Annual Interfaith Dinner Green Faith: Exploring what religious institutions can offer to protect the environment. Calgary IDI went green before 2014 s St. Patrick s Day by hosting its inaugural Green Faith Dinner and Panel Discussion. Emceed by Calgary broadcasting veteran, Darrel Janz, the evening enlightened over 110 guests at the Calgary Greenwood Inn on how major Calgary faiths are addressing environmental issues. Aboriginal, Islamic, Christian, Jewish and Buddhist representatives spoke strongly, openly, and beautifully cohesively for what individuals, communities, Albertans and Canadians alike must strive for and embrace in order to sustain our mutually divine world. Speaker of the House Hon. Dan D Autremont Imam Davud Hanci and Bishop Frederick Henry. 5 farklı Dinin Temsilcilerinden Doğayı Koruma Mesajı İDİ Calgary düzenlediği Green Faith programında bir araya gelen farklı dinlerin temsilcileri doğayı ve yeşili korumanın önemini vurguladılar. Müslüman, Hristiyan,Yahudi, Budist ve yerli din adamlarının katıldığı program Calgary Greenwood İnn de gerçekleşti. MLA Trent Wotherspoon, Deputy Leader of the New Democrat Party and MLA Laura Ross Distinguished guests from Elected Representatives, NGO Executives and Faith Community leaders have attended this event. Calgary IDI calgary.interculturaldialog.com

Muslims Commemorate the Birth of Prophet Muhammad (p.b.u.h) Canada-Wide Religious Celebrations Bring Together the Faithful Celebrating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad, the guests enjoyed numerous performances held by the Living Arts Centre and other Canadian institutions. Our Prophet Muhammad (Pbuh) should be perceived as a role model to achieve peace, brotherhood and friendship detached from pretension. Programs were held by many cities, and they ended with prayers and ilahis - songs that praise God or extols the characteristics of the Prophet. Held at the Living Arts Centre in Mississauga to commemorate the birth of the Prophet Muhammad (Pbuh), the event brought together a large number of the faithful in the GTA. The night featuring live musical performances and recitations was both emotional and fulfilling. The attendees were able to enjoy the performances of Juneyt Yetkiner on the guitar and voice artist, Murat Ceylan, as well as the Quran recitation of Habib Alizade, and the performance of the Nile Academy student choir performing numerous well-known nasheeds. The Prophet s Path magazine as well as a small hadith books were handed out at the conclusion of the event as part of a series of events with the same title. Gönüller Peygamber Yolu nda Buluştu Living Arts Center, manevi bir geceye sahne oldu. İnsanlığın iftihar tablosu Hz. Muhammed in (s.a.v) dünyaya teşriflerinin kutlanıldığı Mevlid Kandili nde bine yakın insan Peygamber Yolu nda buluştu. Dicle İslam Vakfı nın organize ettiği gecede rahmet peygamberi Kur an, İlahi, kaside ve dualarla anıldı. Program sonunda katılımcılara, mevlid şekeri, Peygamber Yolu dergisi ve 40 hadis kartelası hediye edildi. DICLE Islamic Society www.islamicteaching.info

James Harrington Sheds Light on the Hizmet Movement James C. Harrington Kanada da seminerler verdi. Dr. James C. Harrington, the author of the book titled Democracy in Turkey, and the co-organizer of this event presented his research in two seminars held in Edmonton and Regina at the University of Regina. Harrington spoke about the past and present of the Hizmet movement and the legal battles it is currently fighting in Turkey. The talk was of great interest to students and academics alike and attracted a very large crowd. At the conclusion of the seminars, Harrington responded to questions relating to current unfolding events in Turkey in relation to the movement. Demokrasi Ve Türkiye kitabının yazarı James C. Harrington Kanada nın Edmonton ve Regina şehirlerinde, Hizmet Hareketinin geçmişi ve geleceği konulu seminer verdi. Akademisyenlerin katılımı ile University of Regina da, diğeri ise Mosaic Education Centre da yapılan seminere ilgi büyüktü. Program sonunda James Harrington Hizmet hareketi ve Türkiye deki güncel olaylarla ilgili soruları da cevapladı. Edmonton IDI edmonton.interculturaldialog.com

Teach Abroad in Turkey: An Opportunity of a Lifetime The Teach & Travel program has been designed to facilitate studies in English by Turkish students from native speakers. A group of undergraduate and post graduate university intellectuals will be given the opportunity of a lifetime -- to teach and travel in one of the most naturally, culturally, and spiritually vibrant countries of the world: Turkey. ABC provides students in Turkey the convenience of learning English from native speaking university students. Thus, the Teach & Travel program has been designed to facilitate studies in English by Turkish students from native speakers. In addition, Teach & Travel 2014 also offers optional internship programs and Read & Lead events, which enable its young participants to gain valuable work experience and spiritual enhancement. Recently, ABC has hosted a Holiday Getaway event including a series of interviews that have determined the individuals who will be participating in this year s Teach & Travel program. ABC will be considering new applicants in the near future. For more information regarding the Teach & Travel program please e-mail at info@balkancanadian.org. Kanada Türk Ticaret Odası Görkemli Bir Törenle Açıldı. Kanada dan yüzlere öğrenci yazın Türkiye deki okullara ingilizce öğretmeye gidiyor. Kanada Balkan Vakfı yaz tatilinde Türkiye de öğretmenlik ve Gezi program düzenliyor. Bu yıl üçüncüsünün düzenlendiği Teach & Travel programında yüzlerce üniverstite öğrencisi Türkiye ye gidecek, yaz kurslarında hem İngilizce öğretip para kazanacak hem de Türkiye nin tarihi ve turistik yerlerini gezme imkanı bulacaklar. Detaylı bilgi için info@balkancanadian.org web adresi ziyaret ediniz. ABC Association balkancanadian.org

Ontario Minister of Citizenship and Immigration Cuts the Inaugurate the IDI Office M. Fatih Yegul, Executive Vice President, GTA East, Hon. Michael Coteau, Ontario Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, Ahmet Tamirci, National Director, IDI, Prof. Reid Locklin, Member of the Advisory Board and Faculty at University of St. Michael s College at the University of Toronto, Azim Shamshiev, Executive Vice President, GTA West The downtown Toronto offices of the Intercultural Dialogue Institute were officially opened with an inauguration ceremony. The guest of honour of the event Hon. Michael Coteau, Ontario Minister of Citizenship and Immigration, stated that Ontario needs the continued support of immigrants coming in to strengthen the provincial economy. Furthermore, he commended IDI for its efforts in increasing social solidarity and friendship in its areas of influence. Barbara Hall, Chief Commissioner of the Ontario Human Rights Commission John Hill, Canon at Anglican Church of Canada

Ribbon to Officially IDI Montreal Celebrated Quebec s Faith Diversity Öykü ve sanat ödülleri sahiplerini buldu Kanada Kültürlerarası Diyalog Enstitüsü (IDI ), Kanada merkez ofisi Ontario Eyaleti Göçmenlik ve Vatandaşlık Bakanı Michael Coteau tarafından törenle hizmete açıldı. IDI Montreal celebrated Quebec s faith diversity by organizing its 3rd Annual Interfaith Dinner with the presence of distinguished guests. Bishop Barry Clarke from the Anglican Diocese of Montréal, Prof. Ira Robinson, Interim Chair & Director from the Institute for Canadian Jewish Studies at Concordia University, and Dr. Hamid Slimi, former Chairman of Canadian Council of Imams, all gave speeches to the audience on their perspective of great religions including Christianity, Judaism and Islam based on this year s theme: Responsible Citizenship. IDI Kanada merkez ofisi nin açılışı Göçmen ve Vatadandaşlık Bakanı Michael Coteau ile birlikte birçok üstdüzey yetkilinin katılımıyla gerçekleşti. Ontario Eyaletinde göçmen olan vatandaşlara ihtiyaca ve göçmenlerin bu topluma yaptığı katkılara değinen Bakan Coteau, kendisinin de bir göçmen aileye mensup olduğunu ve bundan gurur duyduğunu söyledi. Göçmenlerin Kanada toplumuna tam olarak entegre olmasının yaklaşık 7 ila 10 sene olduğunu belirten Bakan; bu entegrasyonu hızlandırılması adına bir yandan bu kişilere yönelik devletin yapmış olduğu yatırımların yanında IDI gibi kurumların yapmış olduğu toplumsal kaynaşma ve barışa yönelik çalışmaların öneminden bahsederek kuruma teşekkür etti. Kanada Türk Ticaret Odası Görkemli Bir Törenle Açıldı. IDI Montreal seçkin konukların katılımı ile Geleneksel 3. Dinler arası Yemeğini düzenleyerek Quebec in inanç çeşitliliğini kutladı. Montréal Anglikan Klişesinden Bishop Barry Clarke, Concordia Üniversitesi Jewish Studies Bölüm Başkanı Prof Ira Robinson ve Kanada İmamlar konseyi eski başkanı Dr Hamid Slimi misafirlere geleneksel yemeğimizin bu yılki Sorumlu Vatandaşlık teması üzerine mensup oldukları inanç sisteminin bakış açısını yansıttılar. IDI Toronto www.interculturaldialog.com Montreal IDI montreal.interculturaldialog.com