About Us

The Canada Arab Congress on Middle East and North Africa Relations (CACMR) is a Canadian-registered non-profit organization dedicated to building bridges, promoting understanding, and cultivating relations between Canada and the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

Our Beliefs

  • Creating connections between Canadians and the Arab world.

  • Celebrating the diversity of the MENA region.

  • Promoting a culture of dialogue and respect.

  • Working together for a more peaceful and prosperous future.

Realizing Our Goals By:

  • Providing a platform for communication and collaboration.

  • Advocating for MENA diaspora communities in Canada.

  • Offering programs and services that promote cultural exchange.

Our Board

  • Abdullatif Al-Shaikh, President & Chair

    The Founder and President of the Canada-Arab Congress on Middle East and North Africa Relations, Abdullatif also serves as Director of Government Relations and Board Member at the Canada Arab Business Council. He is a Mechanical Engineer and Management Sciences graduate from the University of Waterloo.

  • Abdalrahman Alasadi, Director of Youth Engagement & Outreach

    Abdalrahman Alasadi is committed to empowering Arab youth through academic, professional, and community-driven initiatives. With a background in civil and management engineering, he has led multiple ventures focused on business development, strategic growth, and advocacy. Aboud works closely with student organizations and community leaders to strengthen support networks and amplify youth representation

  • Zainab Alsalihiy, Director of Human Resources, Services, and Programs & Board Secretary

    Zainab is proudly serving Canadians as a public servant, working for Elections Canada, administering elections since 2008. In addition to her expertise in the electoral field, Zainab has also taken on additional roles with international election monitoring missions with The Carter Center to Liberia, and Canadem in Kharkiv, Ukraine. She is passionate about many causes, including women’s empowerment, mental health, and community service.  

  • Dr. Mohamed Al-Anbaki, Vice Chair Operations

    The Dean of Academic Affairs at the Arabic Language Institute in Mississauga, Dr. Mohamed Al-Anbaki brings 20 years of experience in media and journalism as a TV host, broadcast journalist, program director, and producer.

  • Liam Bedard, Director of Public Relations & Communications

    Liam is a project manager with experience in healthcare, labour, technology, and international development.

  • Ana Krstanovic, Director of Government Relations, Advocacy, Trade & Investment

    Ana Krstanovic is an MPA Candidate at Columbia University SIPA, specializing in Economic and Political Development. She is originally from Peru and has completed her bachelor's degree at the University of Waterloo in Canada, country where she subsequently worked at Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Caucus Office as well as the Government Whip's Office. Prior to her Master's she worked as Senior Consultant in Public Affairs at a global public relations firm in Canada. During SIPA, Ana has worked for the OECD Centre for Entrepreneurship, SMEs and Cities where she worked on policy analysis for the flagship report on Job Creating and Local Economic Development.

  • Sarah Masri, Director of Finance