CACMR Board Members Attend Egypt’s National Day Reception in Ottawa

Ottawa, Ontario | July 23, 2026

Members of the Board of the Canada Arab Congress on Middle East and North Africa Relations (CACMR) attended a reception in Ottawa celebrating the National Day of the Arab Republic of Egypt, hosted by His Excellency Ahmed Hafez, Ambassador of Egypt to Canada, on Thursday, July 23, 2026.

CACMR was represented by its Chair and President, Mr. Abdullatif Al-Shaikh, together with Board Members Ms. Zainab Alsalihiy and Ms. Sarah Masri.

Held at the Egyptian Residence, the reception brought together members of the diplomatic community, government representatives, business and community leaders, and distinguished guests to commemorate Egypt’s National Day and celebrate the longstanding friendship and growing relationship between Canada and Egypt.

On behalf of CACMR, Mr. Al-Shaikh, Ms. Alsalihiy, and Ms. Masri extended their warm congratulations to H.E. Ambassador Ahmed Hafez, the Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt in Canada, and the Egyptian people on this important national occasion.

CACMR’s participation reflects the organization’s commitment to advancing constructive engagement between Canada and the countries of the Middle East and North Africa. Egypt remains an important regional partner for Canada, with bilateral ties spanning diplomacy, trade and investment, education, culture, and strong people-to-people connections.

CACMR values its engagement with the Embassy of Egypt and looks forward to supporting further dialogue, partnerships, and opportunities that strengthen Canada–Egypt relations and deepen cooperation between Canada and the broader Middle East and North Africa region.

CACMR extends its warmest congratulations to the Arab Republic of Egypt and the Egyptian people on their National Day, with best wishes for continued prosperity, stability, and success.