Festivals

The Embassy of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia to Canada joins in the celebration of the 150th anniversary of Canada by taking part in the “Ottawa Welcomes the World in 2017”. The Embassy will showcase Ethiopia’s rich cultural heritage, cultural dances, culinary experience, exotic tourist destinations, export products and overall country presentation to Ottawa residents. Events are planned in such a way that it attracts a wide spectrum of visitors. The event is organized around themes of trade, tourism, education, cultural food and beverage tasting, presentation of cultural dance and fashion show. Ethiopia’s export products including crafts are displayed. Moreover, Ethiopian stores are invited to join the event by bringing and selling different handicrafts and food tasting. Traditional coffee ceremony from the land of coffee origin, prepared and served during the event will be the highlight of the event. The weekend of May 27- 28 is the Tamarack Ottawa Race Weekend, it will be an opportune time to meet some of Ethiopia’s finest athletes at our event.