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On this #WorldEnvironmentDay 🌱, SUCO’s PIONNIÈRES project is providing the women producers of Ziniaré with agroforestry equipment to restore degraded lands. A tangible contribution from @CanadaDev 🇨🇦 to support climate and economic resilience in #BurkinaFaso 🇧🇫
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Happy Eid al-Adha to everyone celebrating in #Benin, #BurkinaFaso and around the world. Eïd Mubarak!🌙 The Embassy will be closed on this occasion on May 27. Canadian citizens in need of emergency consular assistance may contact 📞 226 25 49 08 00 or 📧 sos@international.gc.ca
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Canada in BFA retweeted
Prime Minister of Canada
@CanadianPM
May 24
The FIFA World Cup trophy – a prize dreamt about by soccer players and fans alike, arrived in Ottawa today. Prime Minister Carney welcomed the trophy as part of its North American tour, as Canada gets set to co-host the 2026 tournament in just a few weeks.
Prime Minister Mark Carney points to a red maple leaf on the FIFA World Cup soccer ball during a FIFA World Cup 26™ event in Ottawa.

ALT Prime Minister Mark Carney points to a red maple leaf on the FIFA World Cup soccer ball during a FIFA World Cup 26™ event in Ottawa.

Prime Minister Mark Carney stands behind a podium during a ‘Canada Celebrates’ FIFA World Cup 26™ event in Ottawa.

ALT Prime Minister Mark Carney stands behind a podium during a ‘Canada Celebrates’ FIFA World Cup 26™ event in Ottawa.

Prime Minister Mark Carney holds the FIFA World Cup trophy during a ‘Canada Celebrates’ FIFA World Cup 26™ event in Ottawa.

ALT Prime Minister Mark Carney holds the FIFA World Cup trophy during a ‘Canada Celebrates’ FIFA World Cup 26™ event in Ottawa.

Prime Minister Mark Carney poses with a local soccer team during a ‘Canada Celebrates’ FIFA World Cup 26™ event in Ottawa.

ALT Prime Minister Mark Carney poses with a local soccer team during a ‘Canada Celebrates’ FIFA World Cup 26™ event in Ottawa.

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⚽🇨🇦🌍Canada–Africa gala match for #WorldFootballDay and #AfricaDay! Kick-off by the Ambassador on a pass from #BurkinaFaso with an unexpected trajectory 😄 Score: 5–2. Guess who 😉 Thanks to all! 🇿🇦🇩🇿🇬🇭🇲🇦🇨🇩🇹🇳 #FIFAWorldCup #WeAreCanada
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Ambassador Guthrie attended the inauguration ceremony of President Romuald Wadagni. Canada welcomes #Benin’s commitment to building a prosperous future and to working with partners to address shared challenges. Congratulations President @WadagniRomuald 👏 🇧🇯🤝🇨🇦 @CanadainBenin
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It’s World Day for #CulturalDiversity for Dialogue and Development! In Ouagadougou and Cotonou, we shared the flavours of our countries 🇨🇦🇧🇫🇧🇯🇷🇼🇭🇹 Cultures meet, are savoured, and nurture a vibrant intercultural dialogue! 🌍✨
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Ambassador Guthrie was pleased to welcome the "Islamic Cultural Centre of Burkina Faso for Dialogue and Social Cohesion", a promoter of #peace and dedicated to empowering Muslim women and girls. Together 🇨🇦🤝🇧🇫 for #peace in #BurkinaFaso
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Happy Customs and Traditions Day to Burkinabè on this May 15. 📷 These students welcomed the Ambassador of Canada in accordance with tradition, during a visit to the Alpha Solidarité Complex in Bobo-Dioulasso, #BurkinaFaso. #Education #Culture
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Canada in BFA retweeted
Prime Minister of Canada
@CanadianPM
May 5
On the recommendation of Prime Minister Carney, His Majesty King Charles III has approved the appointment of the Honourable Louise Arbour as the next Governor General of Canada. Details: pm.gc.ca/en/news/news-releas…
Prime Minister Mark Carney walks alongside the Honourable Louise Arbour, speaking together in a corridor lined with Canadian flags.

ALT Prime Minister Mark Carney walks alongside the Honourable Louise Arbour, speaking together in a corridor lined with Canadian flags.

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#WorldPressFreedomDay We highlighted Canada’s commitment to defending media freedom by standing alongside journalists paying tribute to their illustrious predecessor #NorbertZongo at the #CNPNZ #BurkinaFaso #PressFreedom
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Canada in BFA retweeted
Prime Minister of Canada
@CanadianPM
May 3
On #WorldPressFreedomDay, we recognise the fundamental role of a free press in strengthening our democracy. At all hours and on every front, they define and defend our values. Canada will always stand for a free and independent media, and for the values that protect it.
Prime Minister Mark Carney sits at a press conference table and speaks to reporters with cameras pointed toward him.

ALT Prime Minister Mark Carney sits at a press conference table and speaks to reporters with cameras pointed toward him.

Prime Minister Mark Carney addresses media during an outdoor media availability, speaking to reporters as cameras. Lights frame the evening skyline.

ALT Prime Minister Mark Carney addresses media during an outdoor media availability, speaking to reporters as cameras. Lights frame the evening skyline.

Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks with reporters as he attends the Toronto Blue Jays’ practice at the Rogers Centre ahead of the 2025 World Series.

ALT Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks with reporters as he attends the Toronto Blue Jays’ practice at the Rogers Centre ahead of the 2025 World Series.

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum during a joint media availability at the National Palace.

ALT Prime Minister Mark Carney and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum during a joint media availability at the National Palace.

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At the @CanadainBenin Office, we recognize the commitment and professionalism of Damien Djossou. Always reliable, helpful and in good spirits, he contributes every day to the success of teamwork. Thank you, Damien! 🇨🇦🤝🇧🇯 #TeamCanada
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🚀 The call for proposals for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives #CFLI2026 for #Benin and #BurkinaFaso is open! ⚠️Download the new application form here: ow.ly/a4Su50YQGS5 More details here: ow.ly/MaZF50YQGS8 ⏳Deadline: May 22, 2026 at 11:59 PM
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Canada congratulates Romuald Wadagni on his election as President of the Republic of Benin. Canada looks forward to strengthening further its longstanding bilateral relations with Benin around shared priorities, including economic prosperity and peace and security.
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TransNumerik in #BurkinaFaso! Mody‑Oury Barry, an entrepreneur from the #AfricanDiaspora in Canada, announced to Ambassador Guthrie the creation of @transnumerik Burkina Faso. Strengthening the contribution of Canadian expertise to #DigitalTransformation in Burkina Faso.
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📚🌍 April 23: World Book & Copyright Day and English Language Day 🎁 Win a Canadian author’s book in English 🇨🇦📖 👉 Write a short comment in English (max 2 sentences) about friendship. 🏆 The most liked comments win! #WorldBookDay #EnglishLanguageDay
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We extend our warm congratulations to H.E. Ms. Nandy Somé/Diallo, Ambassador of #BurkinaFaso to Canada, on the presentation of her Letters of Credence to H.E. the Right Honourable @GGCanada . Best wishes for a successful mandate in strengthening 🇨🇦🤝🇧🇫 relations. @CanadaFP
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We’re hiring in #Benin! The Embassy of Canada is seeking a Coordinator for the Canada Fund for Local Initiatives (#CFLI) for 2026–2027. All details are available in the images below 👇 ⏳ Application deadline: April 28, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (GMT 1)
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Biig‑Yi‑Nere (for children’s well‑being)! Over 5 years, funded by @DevCanada, @BureauIBCR, in collaboration with the Government of #BurkinaFaso and local partners, supported the establishment of effective systems for #ChildProtection against violence. Well done 👏
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🖐️ #HighFive Day in Canada 🇨🇦 A high five is all about celebrating teamwork and encouragement! High five to the colleagues around the Ambassador 😄 👉Who wins best “bodyguard” vibes? #TeamSpirit #TogetherWeAchieve #WorkplaceCulture 🖐️
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