Canada in BFA

Minister Anand announces Canada’s candidacy to host the 2028 Francophonie Summit and renewed support for La Francophonie To read the news release: ow.ly/mrTR50YyRxv Picture: Alex Tharreau / International Organisation of La Francophonie

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The French language is at the heart of Canada’s identity. On this International Day of La #Francophonie, we recognize its role in enriching our society and reaffirm our commitment to preserving it for all Canadians. Prime Minister Carney’s statement: pm.gc.ca/en/news/statem…

The @CanEmbBFA wishes a happy Eid al-Fitr to everyone celebrating in #Benin, #BurkinaFaso, and around the world.🌙 Eid Mubarak! #Ramadan Our Ouagadougou office is closed today. Canadian citizens in case of any emergency consular, 📞 +226 25 49 08 00 or 📧 sos@international.gc.ca

AI can now mimic a person's face and voice with startling accuracy. Deepfakes can make anyone appear to do or say anything. A familiar face or voice no longer guarantees authenticity. Be cautious. Check the source. #ThinkBeforeYouShare

📣Organisations in #BurkinaFaso that have never received funding from the #CFLI: an opportunity awaits! The first 10 to email OUAGA.FCIL-CFLI@international.gc.ca with subject “Participation–Vitrine FCIL” and: 1⃣ Name of 1 representative 2⃣ Phone number 3⃣ Email will be invited 👇

#MondayMotivation A look back at @CanadainBenin movie night in Cotonou 🎬 The film Tempête, smiles… and the joy of the football girls from Asya Academy Benin. Proud to celebrate La #Francophonie — and Canada as a FIFA World Cup 2026™ co‑host!

A pleasure for #TeamCanada 🇨🇦 to exchange with inspiring women entrepreneurs at #BoboDioulasso 🇧🇫 who are supported by @AECFAfrica and the microfinance #GRAINESARL thanks to the IFEV project funded by @DevCanada. Together for more accessible and #inclusive financial management.

From March 4–6, a team of the Embassy of Canada visited impactful projects funded by @CanadaDev in Bobo, #BurkinaFaso. The PROSSEC project implemented by @UNFPABFand local partners, deploys mobile clinics, providing free #reproductivehealth services to vulnerable communities.

📣 In Cotonou, #Benin, Canada is proudly celebrating #Francophonie Month! 🎬 Screening of Tempête, by Canadian director Christian Duguay 📍 @IF_Benin 📅 Friday, March 13 at 6:00 p.m. 🎟️ Free admission and surprises 🍿👕🎵 ⚠️ Limited seating! #CanadaFrancophonie @CanadainBenin

Today, we honour the women who fought to build our democracy – refusing to accept a system that did not see them, hear them, or reflect them. As we reflect on how far we’ve come, we remain committed to standing for equality, opportunity, and safety for women and girls – always.

#InternationalWomensDay! Canada 🇨🇦 reaffirms its commitment to #RightsJusticeAction #ForALLWomenAndGirls in #Benin 🇧🇯 and #BurkinaFaso 🇧🇫. When all women's rights are protected, families grow stronger and communities thrive. #IWD2026

The Ambassador of Canada and her counterpart from #Ghana held cordial exchanges. Peace, stability, and prosperity require constant dialogue and close cooperation between countries. On this Independence Day #March6, we extend our warmest congratulations to the people of Ghana.

Fruitful discussions at the Steering Committee of the RESPECT project with @MdMCanada and @SANTE_BF, funded by @CanadaDev 🇨🇦 Together, to ensure sustainable access to #SexualAndReproductiveHealth services for young people and end #GenderBasedViolence in #BurkinaFaso 🇧🇫

Here, we call it soccer. ⚽ In just 100 days, the world is coming to Canada for the FIFA World Cup 2026™! Ready to cheer together? 🙌 #WeAreCanada #FIFAWorldCup @FWC26Toronto | @FWC26Vancouver | @FIFAWorldCup | @CanadaSoccerEN

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Ambassador Guthrie ends her week in the good company of Ms. Dior, Regional Director of @CarrefourIntl for Western Africa. Canada 🇨🇦 proudly supports driven #volunteers committed alongside organizations in #BurkinaFaso 🇧🇫 towards socioeconomic #development.

The Ambassador of Canada met with Mr. Ernest Moïse Mushekuru, Representative of @FAOBurkinaFaso. It was an opportunity to highlight support aligned with the #agricultural priorities of #BurkinaFaso. Canada supports @FAO in strengthening #resilience and promoting #foodsecurity.

In Savè, #Benin, #women soybean processors are gaining momentum thanks to the training, equipment, and biodigesters provided by #CFLI and #YaraObirinDide. #IncreasedProductivity, #HealthProtected, #EnvironmentPreserved. @CanadainBenin supports sustainable economic success 🌱

A networking evening hosted by Ambassador Guthrie brought together Beninese business leaders, diaspora entrepreneurs, and key partners, to strengthen business connections. A step toward strengthening commercial ties! @CanadainBenin 🇨🇦🤝🇧🇯 #EconomicDiplomacy @TCS_SDC