Warm greetings from the Africa Network for Canadian Studies (ANCS).
On behalf of our network, I wish to extend our deepest appreciation to all executives and members of the International Council for Canadian Studies (ICCS) for the incredible success this year’s ICCS Annual Meeting. Your collective contributions made the event a resounding success, and it was a distinct honour for me to be in Canada and engage in such enriching exchanges.
As we continue to foster meaningful connections across disciplines and continents, ANCS is pleased to invite you to two important upcoming online events scheduled for July 15, 2025 and July 17, 2025.
Event 1: International Symposium
Theme: Fostering Sustainable Learning in Science and Environmental Education: Leveraging Low-Cost Educational Materials to Achieve SDG 4
Time: 10:00–11:00 p.m. (Canada Time)
Venue: Online
Symposium Webpage: View details
Registration: Register here
Date: July 15, 2025
Jointly Organized by:
- Faculty of Education, University of Ottawa, Canada
- Africa Network for Canadian Studies, Faculty of Education, University of Benin, Nigeria
Program Highlights:
- Opening Remarks: Prof. G. Reis (University of Ottawa)
- Keynote Address: Dr. Norris Igbinosa Erhabor – Use of Low-Cost Materials and SDG 4
- Panel Discussion: Dr. Luisa Piassi (University of São Paulo), Dr. Shannon McKee (University of Ottawa)
This event forms part of the University of Ottawa Faculty of Education’s Action Plan for Education and Climate Action. It will explore the transformative power of locally adapted, low-cost educational tools in advancing equitable science and environmental education.
- Event 2: ANCS Webinar
Theme: Bridging Knowledge and Innovation: Data Access and Entrepreneurial Education in African and Canadian Contexts
Date: July 17, 2025
Time: 10:00–11:00 p.m. (Canada Time)
Venue: Online
Registration: Register here
Featured Speakers:
- Amanda Colina (Statistics Canada)
Topic: A Quick Overview of Key Sections of Statistics Canada’s Website with a Focus on the 2021 Census Profile
(30-minute web tour + 10-minute Q&A) - Dr. Joy Akahome (Federal University Otuoke & University of Economics and Human Sciences, Warsaw)
Topic: The Role of Entrepreneurship Education in Advancing Sustainable Development in Africa and Canada
(15-minute talk + 5-minute Q&A)
This webinar will bring together expertise in data access and entrepreneurship education, underscoring opportunities for collaboration between Canada and Africa.
We sincerely hope you can join us for one or both events. Your continued engagement is vital to our shared mission of deepening Canadian studies in Africa and building sustainable academic bridges between our regions.
For inquiries, feel free to contact us at
Warm regards,
Norris Igbinosa Erhabor, PhD
President, Africa Network for Canadian Studies (ANCS)
Faculty of Education, University of Benin
Associate Editor, British Ecological Society Journals
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