Germany Celebrates: 60th Anniversary of the Federal Republic - 20 years since the Fall of the Wall
Under sunny skies and warm weather that hinted of summer, hundreds of thousands of Germans turned out in the center of Berlin to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the constitution with food, music and beer.
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Germany celebrates 60 years
"I stand here, in front of a piece of the Berlin wall in the heart of Ottawa. I stand here, in front of a symbol of oppression and grief. And yet: I stand here with great joy and happiness. Today, 20 years ago the Berlin Wall came down, the iron curtain dividing Europe was finally torn apart."
Read the Ambassador's speech
Interviews with Ambassador Dr. Witschel on the occasion of the 20 year anniversary of the Fall of the Berlin Wall
Watch CBC and CTV interviews by the German Ambassador given on November 9, 2010 on the occasion of the 20 year anniversary of the Fall of the Berlin Wall.
Freedom without walls! Fall of the Berlin Wall 1989-2009
The fall of the Berlin wall 20 years ago marked the beginning of a new era in history. It was the end of the Cold War, the beginning of a fully united Europe and proof that peaceful change is possible, even in the moments when it seems most unlikely.
"Images of the Berlin Wall" from the Blackstar Collection and "Freedom Rocks" by Blake Fitzpatrick and Vid Ingelevics - Photo Exhibition in Ottawa
The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in co-operation with Ryerson-University in Toronto presents a unique photo exhibition on the history of the Berlin Wall, twenty years after the fall of this iconic Cold War symbol. November 19 - December 6 at Library and Archives Canada from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (during EU-Film Festival), 395 Wellington Street, Ottawa, free admission, Info: 613-992-2464.
Screening of "The Baader Meinhof Complex" at the 24th European Film Festival in Ottawa
The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in cooperation with the Canadian Film Institute has the pleasure of inviting you to the screening of "The Baader Meinhof Complex" on November 25, 2009 at 7 p.m. at Library and Archives Canada, 395 Wellington Street, Ottawa. Admission: General Public $10, CFI Members, Students & Seniors $6
Ottawa: German Ambassador and Forum of Federations President Sign Agreement on Pakistan Assistance Program
On September 30, 2009, Ambassador Witschel and Forum of Federations President George Anderson signed a contract to carry out a two-and-a-half year development assistance program in Pakistan. The agreement provides the Forum with approximately $3.5 million from the German Foreign Office to help strengthen Pakistan's federal system.
University of Alberta and German researchers will tackle oil sands environmental issues
The Helmholtz Association, Germany’s largest scientific organisation, and the University of Alberta in Canada have announced plans to intensify their research collaboration, particularly in the areas of Energy, Earth and Environment. On September 29, 2009, the President of the Helmholtz Association, Prof. Jürgen Mlynek, and the President of the University of Alberta, Prof. Indira Samarasekera, signed a Memorandum of Understanding in the presence of Ambassador Witschel and other government representatives, in Edmonton, Alberta. The partnership is slated to last for several years and will cover research topics such as how the oil sands deposits of Alberta – the largest in the world – can be used in an environmentally responsible manner.
Germany boosts cycling - inspiration for Canada?
More and more Germans are saddling up and getting on their bikes – both in their free time and to travel to work. Cycling is definitely in. Trend researchers are already talking of a bike boom.
See how you can be a part of it - in Germany or in Canada
German Movies in Ottawa
From September 2009 to May 2010, the Goethe-Institut Ottawa will present German Movies at Saint Paul University (Amphitheater, Rm 1124) the second Friday of every month from 7.30 to 9.30 pm. All movies will be shown in German with English subtitles. Free admission.
www.goethe.de/ottawa
Germany-South Africa: Let's stay Friends - From 2006 to 2010 and beyond
A new special website is dedicated to showcase the support Germany gives to football projects in South Africa. Germany and South Africa have enjoyed a close partnership for many years. With this in mind, it is no surprise that Germany and South Africa, as consecutive hosts of FIFA Football World Cups, also work closely together in this area.
The site, in English and German, also offers useful information to all visitors and international football fans about the event and its host country. The FIFA Football World Cup 2010 will show the world a new, more dynamic face of Africa.
"World Skills - from Calgary 2009 to Leipzig 2013"
After a neck-and-neck race , Germany officially won the right to host the WorldSkills Competition in 2013. The bi-yearly competition, this year organized by Calgary/Canada, ist attended by 900 young professionals from all over the world participating in 45 skills ranging from cabinetmaking to web design. This year Germany's national team competed in 20 different disciplines and won three gold, two silver and two bronze medals.
Gain experience: teach abroad! - Native English-speaking teachers wanted!
The Teacher Acquisition Programme (TAP) is an initiative of the Ministry of School and Further Education of the federal state North Rhine-Westfalia in Germany. The target is to gain teachers from abroad for teaching English as a foreign language and content and language integrated learning in the subjects biology, history and geography. Applicants with a university degree in English, another foreign language, biology, history or geography are welcome.
Find out more about TAP
Cultural anniversaries 2009
In 2009 Germany celebrates many cultural anniversaries. Learn more about Germany and its rich culture on your journey through time.
Travel through time
Step into German Canada - a new initiative for High School students
Step into German Canada is an invitation to learn more about Germany and the German language. Step into German Canada offers linguistic and cultural information on German language and Germany in fun-filled and interactive ways. There are quizzes, games and contests. Step into German Canada is an initiative of the Canadian Association of Teachers of German (CATG), the Canadian Association of Second Language Teachers (CASLT) and the Goethe-Institut Toronto for all Canadian high school students. It is part of the nationwide language education campaign.
Explore stepintogerman.ca to learn more
Solving the Climate Crisis
In December 2009 the 15th United Nations Climate Change Conference will decide on a new international climate protection agreement. The goal is to put a stop to dangerous global warming. Deutschlandmagazine presents a special feature on the subjects of environment, climate and energy.
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Environmental Issues
Follow these links to find interesting information about various environmental issues that not only concern Germany but the entire global environment. Find out details about climate change and protection and the benefits of using renewable energies such as solar and wind energy. Learn how Germany manages waste, soil and water, how it controls the air pollution and how hazardous chemicals are dealt with.
FIFA Women’s World Cup 2011 in Germany
It has now been decided which German towns will be hosting the FIFA Women's World Cup matches. The best women players in the world can be seen in nine different cities from Augsburg to Wolfsburg. Angela Merkel, the "honorary team manager", will be leading her team of well-known female personalities in their efforts to drum up support for the tournament.
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