25 Nov. 2017 – International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
Protecting and upholding the rights of women and promoting the fight against any form of discrimination and gender-based violence are Italy’s priorities in the action it carries out, also at the international level. On the occasion of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, the Farnesina wishes to reaffirm its firm commitment […]
Read moreConsular Christmas Market (November 4-5, 2017)
The Consular Christmas Market (charity event) organized by the spouses of the Consuls General of Italy, Netherlands and Switzerland, will take place at the Dutch Design Centre DUDOC on November 4-5, 2017. Please click here to downlad the flyer
Read more17th Edition of the “Week of the Italian Language in the World” in Vancouver
The “Week of the Italian Language in the World” is an annual showcase of cultural events celebrating the language and culture of Italy, a worldwide initiative of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation that was launched in 2000. The programme of events taking place under this framework in Vancouver in 2017 is available […]
Read moreEU-Canada trade agreement enters into force
On Thursday, 21 September, the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) between the EU and Canada enters into force provisionally. Welcoming this milestone in the EU’s trade policy, President of the European Commission Jean-Claude Juncker said: “This agreement encapsulates what we want our trade policy to be – an instrument for growth that benefits European […]
Read moreHonourable Stefano Dambruoso, Quaestor of the Chamber of Deputies, Parliament of Italy – Vancouver (British Columbia) 5 / 8 September 2017
Honourable Stefano Dambruoso, Quaestor of the Chamber of Deputies, Parliament of Italy (Magistrate, with key assignments related to the fight against international terrorism and organized crime), visited Vancouver (British Columbia) from September 5 to 8 2017.During his visit Hon. Dambruoso had meetings with Minister of Public Safety and with Attorney General (Provincial Government), Deputy Mayor […]
Read moreAward for Italian researchers and startups operating abroad
Call for applications The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has announced the second annual Award for Italian researchers and startups operating abroad. The award includes two categories: The “Italian Bilateral Scientific Cooperation Award” to recognize an eminent Italian scientist who, in performing his/her research abroad, has made a remarkable contribution to the […]
Read moreVisit to Vancouver of H.E. Sergio Mattarella, President of the Italian Republic (30 June – 1 July 2017)
H.E. Sergio Mattarella President of the Republic of Italy arrived in Vancouver on June 30th 2017, marking the final stop of a State visit in Canada. Upon his arrival he met the Liutenant Governor of British Columbia, the Honourable Judith Guichon. Present during the meeting was also the Undersecretary of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, Senator Benedetto Della Vedova. President […]
Read moreUniversity Pre-enrollment Academic Year 2017/2018
Pre-enrollment procedures for Italian Universities (Academic Year 2017-2018) will close on July 25 2017. PLEASE NOTE: Pre-enrolment for Medicine and Surgery, International Medical School, Dental Medicine, Veterinary Medicine and Health professions will also close on July 25 2017.
Read moreEugenio Bennato in concert for the Italian National Day
The Consulate General, in collaboration with ComItEs, CGIE, Il Centro, Aquilini Investment Group and Newway group, presents Eugenio Bennato and his band, who will perform their “Balla la nuova Italia” concert as part of the celebrations for the Italian National Day 2017. At 6:00 pm at the Italian Cultural Centre on June 2nd.
Read moreSapori di Puglia 2017
As is the case every spring, the “Sapori di Puglia” (Flavours of Puglia) took place in Vancouver at the end of March. And it was as usual an event with a very rich program. On Thursday, March 30th at 7pm, Food and wine fair with tasting of authentic products from Puglia, and screening of the documentary […]
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