Northern Irish Connections is a global community of Northern Irish abroad & friends of NI #NIConnections
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Apr 28
The NI Connections website is currently unavailable due to technical issues. Our team is looking into it and we’ll keep you posted.
Thanks for bearing with us!
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Apr 8
We’re delighted to welcome @Mairead_Lavery as the new Chair of Northern Ireland’s Canadian Advisory Council.
With 35 years of global experience across trade, finance & business, watch the video to hear her vision and the role of our diaspora.
niconnections.com/our-diaspo…
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Apr 6
Stuck for something to do over Easter? 🐣
Work off the Easter eggs with a walk (or five).
From coastal paths to forest rambles, Northern Ireland has you spoiled for choice!
👉 niconnections.com/living-in-…
Where are you heading?
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Mar 30
Belfast has been named a European City of Sport for 2026! Check out our latest blog to see why: niconnections.com/news/why-b…
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Mar 27
You might leave NI, but it never leaves you - subscribe and stay in the loop! Sign up to our newsletter! niconnections.com/email-news…
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Mar 20
Ballycastle has just been named the best place to live and honestly…no arguments here.
Big views. Great coffee. Unreal community vibes.
If you’ve ever thought “I might head home someday”...this is your sign!
Sure where else would you want to be?
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Mar 17
What do other corners of the world get up to in honour of St Patrick? Check out our latest blog to find out ☘️ niconnections.com/news/a-dia…
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Mar 11
The Harrison Chambers of Distinction isn't your average hotel...founded by returnee Melanie Harrison, she's proof that global experience NI ambition = magic.
Watch Melanie’s story: niconnections.com/our-diaspo…
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Mar 8
It’s International Women’s Day (should be a year, tbh).
Today we’re celebrating Northern Irish women making serious moves on the world stage: niconnections.com/news/inter…
To our female diaspora worldwide - we appreciate you💜
#IWD2026 #GiveToGain
@InvestNI
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Mar 6
This #InternationalWomensDay, we’re celebrating the power of women’s stories and how sharing them helps us all grow. Watch Emma’s story: niconnections.com/our-diaspo…
@InvestNI
#IWD2026 #GiveToGain
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Mar 3
The NI Connections website is currently unavailable due to technical issues. Our team is looking into it and we’ll keep you posted.
Thanks for bearing with us 💙
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Feb 27
You might leave NI, but it never leaves you - subscribe and stay in the loop! Sign up to our newsletter! niconnections.com/email-news…
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Feb 16
💡 National Innovation Day 💡
From the ejector seat to the portable defibrillator, Northern Ireland’s ideas have changed the world! Here’s to the innovators shaping what’s next. Some of the biggest ideas start here… so they do!
#InnovationDay
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Feb 5
Belfast rolled out the red carpet for the premiere of Netflix’s How to Get to Heaven from Belfast! 🎬
From Derry Girls creator Lisa McGee, expect suspicion, secrets, mystery & dark NI humour.
Northern Ireland stealing the spotlight once again!
Streaming from 12 Feb.
ALT Photo by StillMoving.Net for Netflix
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Jan 28
Due to essential maintenance, the NI Connections website will be unavailable between 10:00–11:00 Thursday 29 January.
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Jan 22
Add these diaspora-owned food places to your list for the next time you're eating out in Northern Ireland 👉 niconnections.com/news/5-dia…
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Jan 15
Belfast is officially one of the world’s top trending destinations for 2026!
Named by Tripadvisor for its culture, creativity, music storytelling - Belfast is rising, buzzing and ready for the world. Couldn't be prouder!
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Jan 12
Did you know Northern Ireland is starring in some of 2026’s biggest productions?
Watch out for:
• How to Get to Heaven from Belfast
• A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms
• The Death of Robin Hood
Every frame tells a story of home.
👉 What’s your favourite NI-filmed show?
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22 Dec 2025
From all of us here at NI Connections we wish you a very Merry Christmas! Wherever you are in the world, you’re always part of our Northern Ireland family.
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