Armenian National Committee of Canada

05/28/2026

05/12/2026

The Armenian National Committee of Canada (ANCC) expresses serious concern regarding remarks made by Canada’s Secretary of State for Defence Procurement, Stephen Fuhr CD, describing Turkey as a “trusted partner” and “valuable ally” amid discussions of expanded Canada–Turkey defense cooperation.

Past experience has clearly demonstrated otherwise. In 2020, Turkey illegally diverted Canadian-manufactured drone avionics to Azerbaijan during the Artsakh (Nagorno-Karabakh) war, contributing to the deaths of innocent civilians and devastating consequences for the Armenian people.

In light of this record, any renewed military-industrial cooperation with Turkey raises profound ethical, security, and accountability concerns.

The ANCC strongly opposes these developments and will continue to monitor them closely.

05/08/2026

Canada’s 2026 Census: Identify as Armenian
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Canada’s 2026 national census began on May 4, and Canadians have until May 12 to complete their census questionnaire online.

Accurate participation helps ensure that Armenian Canadians are properly represented in demographic data used by governments, institutions, and community organizations for planning and services.

Short-Form Census:

All households will receive the short-form census, which includes questions about languages spoken.
This is where you can indicate Armenian as one of your languages.

Long-Form Census:

1 in 4 households will receive the long-form census, which also includes:
Question 23: Ethnicity
Question 30: Religion
Here you may identify as Armenian.

Take Part:

Completing the census is a simple but important way to help ensure that Canada’s Armenian community is accurately counted and represented.
Please complete your census before the May 12 deadline and encourage family and friends to do the same.

05/03/2026

Earlier today, Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs visited the Armenian Genocide Memorial in Yerevan, ahead of the upcoming European Political Community Summit.

Last week, Minister Anand joined cabinet ministers and members of Parliament from all political parties at the Parliament Hill commemoration of the Armenian Genocide, organized by the Armenian National Committee of Canada (ANCC).

04/29/2026

Yesterday, the Armenian National Committee of Canada organized a commemoration on Parliament Hill marking the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide.

The event, sponsored by MP Michael Coteau, Chair of the Canada–Armenia Parliamentary Friendship Group, brought together federal ministers, Members of Parliament from all parties, senators, members of the diplomatic corps, civil servants, and leaders of the Armenian-Canadian community.

Among those in attendance were Armenia’s Ambassador to Canada, H.E. Anahit Harutyunyan; Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Hon. Anita Anand; the Hon. Marc Miller, Minister of Canadian Identity and Culture, and the Minister responsible for Official Languages; His Eminence Archbishop Papken Tcharian, Prelate of the Armenian Prelacy of Canada, as well as senators and Members of Parliament from all political parties.

Speakers emphasized the enduring importance of remembrance, the urgent need to condemn and prevent genocide, to confront and combat hatred and genocide denialism, and to address Artsakh as a central and ongoing issue in the pursuit of justice.

We thank all ministers, Members of Parliament, senators, and distinguished guests for their valued attendance and solidarity.

04/24/2026

Statement by the Hon. Anita Anand, Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs on the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide
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Today, we commemorate the Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day. We stand with Canadian Armenians to honour the memory of the 1.5 million Armenians who perished and all those who suffered during this dark chapter in history.

We reaffirm the importance of preserving the collective memory of those who endured these massacres. Recognition carries with it a solemn commitment; to remember the persecutions, the crimes against humanity inflicted upon the Armenian people and to fight against denialism and hatred.

As we commemorate the Genocide Remembrance, Condemnation and Prevention Month, it is a time for us to reflect on and learn from the stories of all the victims and survivors of genocide.

Հիշում ենք եւ պահանջում:

-The Hon. Anita Anand
Minister of Foreign Affairs

04/24/2026

Statement by the Leader of the Official Opposition on Armenian Genocide Memorial Day
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I would like to thank the Armenian National Committee of Canada (ANCC) for their tireless work in support of a free, united, and independent Armenia.

Today, we remember the 1.5 million innocent Armenians who were systematically deported and murdered by the Ottoman Empire beginning in 1915. Because of these atrocities, families were torn apart and an entire people suffered simply because of who they were.

Canada must always stand for truth. That means recognizing the Armenian Genocide without hesitation, rejecting denial in all its forms, and standing firmly with those who continue to seek justice.

We must also recognize that the Armenian people continue to confront serious challenges today. The forced displacement of more than 100,000 Armenians from Nagorno-Karabakh is a stark reminder that injustice and persecution have not been confined to the past.

Armenians have the right to live in peace, security, and freedom in their ancestral homeland.

On this solemn day, we stand in solidarity with Canadians of Armenian descent. We honour the memory of those who were lost and we support those who continue to resist.

The Armenian people have shown extraordinary resilience in the face of unimaginable hardship. Their culture, their faith, and their identity have endured – and will continue to endure.

As we mark the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide – one of the darkest chapters in human history – please know that Canada’s Conservatives stand with you.

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Déclaration du chef de l'opposition officielle à l'occasion de la Journée de commémoration du génocide arménien
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Je tiens à remercier le Comité national arménien du Canada pour son travail acharné en faveur d’une Arménie libre, unie et indépendante.

Aujourd’hui, nous rendons hommage au 1,5 million d’Arméniens innocents qui ont été systématiquement déportés et assassinés par l’Empire ottoman dès 1915. À cause de ces atrocités, des familles ont été déchirées et tout un peuple a souffert simplement en raison de son identité.

Le Canada doit toujours défendre la vérité. Cela signifie reconnaître sans hésitation le génocide arménien, rejeter le déni sous toutes ses formes et se tenir fermement aux côtés de ceux qui continuent de réclamer justice.

Nous devons également reconnaître que le peuple arménien continue aujourd’hui de faire face à des situations difficiles. Le déplacement forcé de plus de 100 000 Arméniens du Haut-Karabakh nous rappelle cruellement que l’injustice et la persécution ne sont pas seulement des choses du passé.

Les Arméniens ont le droit de vivre en paix, en sécurité et en liberté sur leur terre ancestrale.

En ce jour solennel, nous sommes solidaires des Canadiens d’origine arménienne. Nous honorons la mémoire de ceux qui ont disparu et nous soutenons ceux qui continuent de résister.

Le peuple arménien a fait preuve d’une résilience extraordinaire face à des épreuves inimaginables. Sa culture, sa foi et son identité ont perduré, et continueront de perdurer.

Alors que nous commémorons le 111e anniversaire du génocide arménien – l’un des chapitres les plus sombres de l’histoire de l’humanité –, sachez que les conservateurs du Canada sont à vos côtés.

04/24/2026

Statement by Prime Minister Carney on Armenian Genocide Memorial Day
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“Today, we join Armenian communities in Canada and around the world in commemorating Armenian Genocide Memorial Day, also known as Medz Yeghern. We honour the victims and all those who endured unimaginable suffering during this dark chapter in history.

In 2006, Canada officially recognised the Armenian Genocide – providing long overdue acknowledgment of this tragedy. With recognition comes the promise that we will never forget the persecution, violence, and atrocities committed against the Armenian people.

In Canada, April marks Genocide Remembrance, Condemnation and Prevention Month – a time to reflect on the consequences of ignorance and complicity. The responsibility to confront hate belongs to all of us, and that responsibility begins with remembrance. Through remembrance, we commit to vigilance – so that these atrocities are never repeated.”

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Déclaration du premier ministre Carney à l’occasion du Jour commémoratif du génocide arménien
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« Aujourd’hui, nous nous joignons aux communautés arméniennes au Canada et ailleurs dans le monde pour marquer le Jour commémoratif du génocide arménien, qu’on appelle également Medz Yeghern. Nous rendons hommage aux victimes et à tous ceux qui ont enduré une souffrance inimaginable durant ce chapitre sombre de l’histoire.

En 2006, le Canada a officiellement reconnu le génocide arménien, un geste attendu qui a permis de reconnaître la portée de cette tragédie. La reconnaissance s’accompagne par ailleurs d’une promesse selon laquelle nous nous souviendrons toujours de la persécution, de la violence et des atrocités commises contre le peuple arménien.

Au Canada, le mois d’avril est le Mois de la commémoration, de la condamnation et de la prévention du génocide, un moment pour réfléchir aux conséquences de l’ignorance et de la complicité. Nous avons tous le devoir de combattre la haine, et cela commence par un devoir de mémoire. En nous souvenant de cette tragédie, nous nous engageons à rester vigilants pour que ces atrocités ne se reproduisent plus jamais. »

04/24/2026

On the 111th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide, the Armenian National Committee of Canada solemnly commemorates the 1.5 million Armenians who were systematically annihilated in 1915 by the Ottoman Turkish Empire.

Today, we witness its continuation in new forms: the ethnic cleansing of Artsakh, the forced displacement of its Armenian population, the destruction of cultural and religious heritage, and the ongoing detention of Armenian prisoners. These are not isolated acts but the direct consequence of a century of denial and impunity, which continues to embolden perpetrators.

We are equally alarmed by the persistence of denialism by Turkey and Azerbaijan, and by policies that, under external pressure, risk compromising truth, justice, and the fundamental rights of our people.

In the face of these challenges, our resolve only strengthens. The Armenian National Committee of Canada remains steadfast in its commitment to remembrance, recognition, reparations, and prevention. We will continue to advance concrete measures—sanctioning perpetrators, securing the release of Armenian POWs, protecting cultural heritage, and upholding the right of return and self-determination for the Armenians of Artsakh.

As we honor the victims of the past, we reaffirm our duty to defend the future. Never again must mean now.

04/21/2026

ARMENIAN GENOCIDE 111th ANNIVERSARY COMMEMORATION EVENTS
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MONTREAL – LAVAL

- March (Montreal)
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. from St. Hagop Armenian School

- March & Monument Unveiling (Laval)
Friday, April 24, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. from Stationnement 1333
1333 Boul. Chomedey, Laval

- Official Ceremony
Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at the AGBU Montreal Centre

TORONTO

- Candlelight Vigil
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 7:45 p.m. at Forest of Hope – Markham

- Inter-Denominational Commemoration
Friday, April 24, 2026 at 7:00 p.m. at Holy Trinity Armenian Apostolic Church

- Blood Drive
Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
200 Windflower Gate, Woodbridge

- Run
Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 9:30 a.m. from the Armenian Community Centre of Toronto

- Official Ceremony
Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at the Armenian Community Centre of Toronto

CAMBRIDGE

- Candlelight Vigil
Friday, April 24, 2026 at 8:30 p.m. at the Armenian Community Centre of Cambridge

- Official Ceremony
Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 1:00 p.m. at the Armenian Community Centre of Cambridge

OTTAWA

- Candlelight Vigil
Thursday, April 23, 2026 at 7:45 p.m. at the Parliament of Canada

ST. CATHARINES

- Official Ceremony
Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. at the Armenian Community Centre of St. Catharines

HAMILTON

- Official Ceremony
Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at the Armenian Community Centre of Hamilton

VANCOUVER

- Official Ceremony
Sunday, April 26, 2026 at 2:30 p.m. at the Mountain View Cemetery (Armenian Genocide Monument)