Nicolas Simard

Déclaration à l’occasion de la Journée internationale de la Francophonie Pour lire la déclaration : canada.ca/fr/affaires-mo…

Read the joint statement from the leaders of Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Japan on the Strait of Hormuz: pm.gc.ca/en/news/statem…

In London, Minister Anand delivered remarks at the @ChathamHouse Global Trade Conference 2026.

🌙 Eid Mubarak! May this #EidAlFitr bring joy, peace, and togetherness to those celebrating in #Ethiopia and across the 🌍.

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With the partnership of the Bureau of Women Affairs, unwavering commitment of UNFPA, and solidarity of Canada, these women are rebuilding lives, cultivating a new horizon of hope for survivors of gender-based violence across their communities.

Delighted to welcome HE @NicolasJSimard Amb. of @CanadaEthiopia to Benishangul-Gumuz! In Tsore & Ura, he witnessed how CFLI-funded projects are: 🕊️ Building peace 🤝 Strengthening social cohesion 🌾 Improving livelihoods Thank you, Canada, for standing #WithRefugees. 🇨🇦🇪🇹

2/2 The visit highlighted women’s economic empowerment in Nebar & Amba Kebeles. A farm run by women is creating livelihoods through vegetables, fruits & coffee seedlings. With 200 members, the initiative is strengthening women's economic independence. @UNFPA @NicolasJSimard

1/1 A meaningful visit to #Assosa with the Ambassador of @CanadaEthiopie @NicolasJSimard highlighting partnerships supporting women & girls. At @CanadaDev @UNFPA supported One Stop Center, GBV survivors access police, health, psychosocial services, ensuring protection & care.

A #CFLI project is helping strengthen ties between Tsore Refugee Camp and nearby host communities — a real boost for local unity. @NicolasJSimard saw the impact firsthand. Thanks to @tinsaetigray for your dedicated work promoting peace ✌️ in Benishangul‑Gumuz. 🇨🇦 🇸🇩 🇪🇹

Walking through Tsore Refugee Camp, @NicolasJSimard witnessed challenges and progress made to support refugees and host communities. Education, school feeding, and health services are making an impact, supported in part by Canada’s international assistance. 🇨🇦 🇪🇹

Canada’s support is making a real difference in Benishangul‑Gumuz. At the Assosa One‑Stop Centre, survivors receive vital, integrated care. In Nebar‑Komoshiga, women are building stronger futures through UNFPA–BoWSA livelihood programs. Dignity for women and girls. 🇨🇦 🇪🇹

Great to meet with Health Minister @MekdesDaba today to exchange on Ethiopia’s health sector reforms and emerging priorities. Strong partnerships make stronger health systems — looking forward to continuing our excellent collaboration! 🇪🇹🤝🇨🇦 #GlobalHealth #HealthSystems #Partnership #EthiopiaCanada // Ravi de rencontrer aujourd’hui la ministre de la Santé @MekdesDaba pour échanger sur les réformes du secteur de la santé en Éthiopie et les priorités émergentes. Des partenariats solides pour des systèmes de santé plus forts — au plaisir de poursuivre notre excellente collaboration ! 🇪🇹🤝🇨🇦 #SantéMondiale #SystèmesDeSanté #Partenariat #ÉthiopieCanada

Today we honour the 157 lives lost on Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 on March 10, 2019. This includes 18 Canadians, as well as permanent residents and others with ties to Canada. Canada stands with the families and all who continue to grieve.

Film. Dialogue. Action. ክብር Film Festival brought together filmmakers, advocates, & audiences for powerful conversations on women’s rights, featuring Zeresenay Mehari & Justice @ashenafi_meaza . Thank you to everyone who joined the conversation. #InternationalWomensDay

Congratulations for your leadership on Women’s rights and empowerment, @flyethiopian, truly impressive! #IWD2026 #March8 🤩

In Addis Ababa with Dexter Peart, co-founder of Goodee. Great conversations with the City and Ethiopian partners on tourism, design & the creative economy — strong opportunities for youth and women across Africa. #CreativeEconomy #Design #Africa #Canada

🌟 Joyeuse Journée internationale des femmes ! 🌟 Célébrons la force, la résilience et l’ingéniosité des femmes et des filles éthiopiennes — des leaders, des innovatrices et des actrices du changement qui élèvent leurs communautés chaque jour. Vos voix sont essentielles !

🌟 Happy International Women’s Day! 🌟 Celebrating the strength, resilience & brilliance of Ethiopian women and girls—leaders, innovators & changemakers uplifting their communities every day. Your voices are essential, your leadership matters, and your dreams inspire us all.