HOLLIDAY ANNOUNCEMENT

اطلاعیه رخصتی

به اطلاع عموم مراجعین محترم سفارت جمهوری اسلامی افغانستان در کانادا رسانیده می شود که سفارت و بخش قونسلی آن به روز جمعه، مؤرخ 3 اپریل و دوشنبه مؤرخ 6 اپریل 2026 به مناسبت رخصتی های عمومی در کانادا تعطیل می باشد.ـ

 

په کاناډا کې د افغانستان د اسلامي جمهوریت سفارت ټولو محترمو مراجعینو ته خبر ورکول کیږي چې  سفارت او قونسلي څانګه به د جمعې او دوشنبې په ورځو چې د 2026 کال د اپریل له 3 او 6 سره برابرې دي، په کاناډا کې د عمومي رخصتیو په مناسبت تړلي وي.ـ

 

The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and the Consular Section in Ottawa will be closed on Friday, April 03, and Monday, April 06, 2026, on the occasion of Good Friday and Easter Monday.

 

OTTAWA: On March 27, 2026, Ambassador Hassan Soroosh attended the inauguration of the Afghan-Canada Youth Council in Toronto which brought together community leaders, activists, and young people from the community.

He expressed his appreciation to the Council’s leadership for undertaking such a meaningful and timely initiative, particularly for its strong emphasis on youth engagement.
 
In his remarks, the Ambassador highlighted youth empowerment as a cornerstone of any society’s long-term development strategy, noting that young people represent the most dynamic, energetic, and creative segment of our communities.
 
He added that when youth are guided with care and provided with meaningful opportunities, they become a powerful driving force behind innovation, resilience, and sustainable prosperity.
 
The Ambassador further emphasized that youth within the diaspora are not only valued and contributing members of Canadian society but also serve as vital bridges connecting the people of both countries.
 
He concluded by expressing hope that the Council will pursue meaningful avenues for collaboration with various Canadian organizations, fostering partnerships that can amplify impact and expand opportunities for young people.
Ottawa: On March 14, 2026, Ambassador Hassan Soroosh delivered remarks at an iftar event co-hosted by the Afghan Students’ Associations at Carleton University and the University of Ottawa. The event brought together members of the community and friends of Afghanistan to support ongoing humanitarian relief efforts in Afghanistan.
 
In his remarks, the Ambassador highlighted the worsening humanitarian and human rights situation, emphasizing the increasing pressures faced by the people of Afghanistan. He noted that millions of families continue to struggle with food insecurity and limited access to essential services, while children, women, and the elderly endure extremely difficult living conditions, relying heavily on the support of fellow Afghans and the international community.
 
He further underscored that the presence of attendees was a powerful expression of compassion, and that every act of support contributes to bringing relief and hope to families facing immense challenges.
 
The Ambassador also expressed his sincere gratitude to the organizers for their continued commitment and active engagement in advancing advocacy and humanitarian relief efforts for Afghanistan.
Ottawa: On March 21, 2026, an event was hosted by the Afghanistan-Canada Council in collaboration with the City of Ottawa to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, Nowruz, and the New Year 1405.
 
In his brief remarks, Ambassador Hassan Soroosh spoke about the coincidence of Eid al-Fitr and Nowruz as two meaningful occasions that carry profound cultural and spiritual significance.
 
He expressed his gratitude to the Afghanistan-Canada Council for organizing this event, as well as other advocacy, cultural, and social programs that promote understanding and create meaningful opportunities for community engagement.
 
Ambassador Soroosh also expressed his appreciation to the City of Ottawa and Deputy Mayor David Hill for their continued support of community-based initiatives. He further expressed his hope that this strong collaboration will continue to grow in the years ahead.

Ottawa: March 20,2026

با عرض تبریک به مناسبت فرارسیدن عید سعید فطر و همچنین نوروز و سال نو هجری شمسی، به اطلاع عموم مراجعین محترم سفارت جمهوری اسلامی افغانستان در کانادا رسانیده می شود که سفارت و بخش قونسلی آن به روزهای جمعه مطابق با 20 مارچ 2026 و دوشنبه مطابق با 23 مارچ 2026، به این دو مناسبت تعطیل می باشد.

د کوچني اختر او همدارنګه د نوروز او نوي ۱۴۰۵هجري لمریز کال د رارسېدو د مبارکۍ په وړاندې کولو سره، په کاناډا کې د افغانستان اسلامي جمهوریت سفارت ټولو محترمو مراجعینو ته خبر ورکول کیږي چې سفارت او د قونسلي چارو څانګه به د جمعې او دوشنبې په ورځو چې د ۲۰۲۶ د مارچ له ۲۰ او ۲۳ نېټو سره برابرې دي، د پورتنیو مناسبتونو په هکله تړلي وي.

The Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan and the Consular Section in Ottawa will be closed on Friday, March 20, and on Monday, March 23, 2026, on the occasions of Eid-ul-Fitr, Nowruz and the New Year 1405.  

March 17, 2026:

Statement of the Coordination Council of the Diplomatic and Consular Missions of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan on Pakistan’s attack Against a Rehabilitation Center in Kabul, Afghanistan

 
به تاریخ 15 مارچ 2026، مراسم گرامیداشت سی ویکمین سالگرد شهادت شهید وحدت ملی افغانستان، استاد عبدالعلی مزاری توسط جمعی از هموطنان مقیم اوتاوا برگزار شد.
 
محترم حسن سروش، سفیر افغانستان در کانادا در این مراسم در کنار سایر سخنرانان، بر اهمیت معرفی شخصیت های تأثیرگذارملی از جمله شهید مزاری به نسل جوان به عنوان یک مسئولیت مشترک تأکید نمود.
 
سفیر افغانستان ضمن تشریح بحران چند وجهی موجود در افغانستان تحت تسلط طالبان،راجع به ضرورت ترویج یک روایت مشترک ملی مبتنی بر عدالت اجتماعی، مردم سالاری، وحدت ملی، توسعه همه جانبه و حقوق زنان برای افغانستان تأکید نمود.
 
سفیر افغانستان اظهار داشت که چنین اصول و ارزشهایی در دیدگاه ها و اندیشه هایی شخصیت هایی همچون شهید مزاری متبارز بوده است و تلاشهای دادخواهی جاری برای افغانستان نیز بر چنین ارزشهایی استوار است.
 
سفیر افغانستان اظهار امیدواری نمود که تلاش های مشترک دادخواهی هموطنان ما با اتکا به یک روایت مشترک ملی برای آینده افغانستان، منسجم تر و گسترده شود.

March 8, 2026:

Statement by the Coordination Council of the Diplomatic and Consular Missions of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan on International Women's Day

February 24, 2026:
 
Ambassador Hassan Soroosh hosted recently a dinner bringing together a distinguished group of friends of Afghanistan, respected scholars, and dedicated community activists.
 
The evening was a meaningful opportunity to express heartfelt appreciation for their unwavering support, partnership, and active collaboration, from impactful research and advocacy to tireless diplomatic efforts, all in steadfast support of the people of Afghanistan, especially women and girls, and in defense of our shared values.
 
Ambassador Soroosh also extended his gratitude to the Government of Canada for its long-standing partnership with the people of Afghanistan and for its principled global leadership in keeping human rights at the forefront of the international agenda.

Ottawa: February 22, 2026: Statement by the Coordination Council of the Diplomatic and Consular Missions of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan Condemning in the Strongest Terms the Recent Attacks by Pakistan on Afghanistan’s Territory

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