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Minister McHugh announces programme for returning emigrant entrepreneurs
Minister for the Diaspora announces new Government Funded Mentoring Programme for returning emigrant entrepreneurs – Government allocates up to €100,000 to the project – Project is part of implementation of Diaspora Policy & was shaped by the work of the Chair of the Inter-departmental Committee on the Irish Abroad which Minister McHugh chairs – One […]
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New report details difficulties experienced by returning Irish emigrants
‘Red-tape’, employment, accommodation and emotional well-being are the main challenges associated to returning to Ireland according to a survey of recently returned Irish emigrants. Forming the basis of a new report by Crosscare Migrant Project, the responses provide real insight into the experiences of Irish emigrants who have made the move back to Ireland in […]
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Fáilte Ireland Announces €11.5m Capital Funding for OPW Visitor Sites
Announcement includes significant funding for Dublin Castle, the Rock of Cashel as well as Newgrange and the Brú na Bóinne Visitor Centre Fáilte Ireland today announced €11.5m in funding from its Capital Grants budget for ten key OPW projects in Dublin and within the Ireland’s Ancient East region. The funding is in the context of […]
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The Flying Ducks Spring Tour Montreal 2017
Did ice hockey originate from hurling in Ireland? This topic has fuelled numerous heated debates throughout the years with a widely held belief that hurling influenced the creation of the game of ice hockey. Imagine then that The Republic of Ireland is the only European county without a permanent ice rink. Given this it does […]
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Join Us Singing Molly Malone through the streets of TO!
Celtic Canada will be singing through the streets of TO…and we want you to sing with us…. join us for the craic as we sing a favourite Irish song… Molly Malone… Going Live in the Streets of Toronto this St. Patrick’s Day Parade March 19th starting at Noon. Like us on Facebook/Twitter post you and your […]
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Ireland A New Gateway To Europe!
Simon Coveney chose Canada – and he’s hoping Canada chooses Ireland. And, if things go his way, Fine Gael, Ireland’s ruling party, may choose him. Waiting in the departure lounge of Ottawa’s airport for his return flight to Toronto, on the afternoon of Saturday, March 11, when the leadership question is posed, over the phone, […]
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The 2017 Ottawa Rose Selection has Arrived!
Join The Rose of Tralee Ottawa Center this SUNDAY at the Irish Ambassador’s Official Residence for an afternoon of entertainment with Rose Applicant on-stage interviews and party pieces. Live music. Light Reception. Cocktail attire encouraged. Date: Sunday March 12th Time: 3-6pm Location: The Official Residence of the Irish Ambassador to Canada, 291 Park Road Admission: […]
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Irish Flag Raising at Toronto City Hall 2017
The Irish Flag was raised at Toronto City Hall Sunday, March 5th @ 11:00 a.m by Mr. Gerry Hurley. This tradition marks the arrival of St. Patrick’s Day! Recognizing the significant contributions made by the Irish community to celebrate cultural heritage and rich traditions with a month long calendar of popular events within the Irish […]
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Annual Luncheon at The Heart & Crown
On March 10, the Heart and Crown will be hosting its annual Irish Canadian Luncheon to kick off Saint-Patrick’s Week and celebrate the strong and longstanding relationship between the Irish and Canadians while raising funds for charities. This year, all funds raised will be distributed between two important charities: Bruyère Foundation here in Ottawa and […]
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“Claddagh’s are a girls best friend”
The Claddagh Ring is the oldest traditions that’s widely known. The traditional ring given by young Irish men to their girlfriends as a gift, and sometimes it’s inherited from a family member. But the ring has a part in wedding ceremonies, too. Single women traditionally wear the ring on the right hand, with the ring […]