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Destination Germany 🇩🇪Who says youth hostels have to be ordinary? 😎From sleeping among the treetops to waking up on a sh...
08/19/2026

Destination Germany 🇩🇪
Who says youth hostels have to be ordinary? 😎

From sleeping among the treetops to waking up on a ship, Germany has some seriously unusual places to stay:

🌳 Panarbora Youth Hostel, Waldbröl, North Rhine-Westphalia — you can stay here in tree houses up to seven metres above the ground, Asian yurts, African mud huts or South American stilt houses

🚢 Weser Youth Hostel Ship, Bremen — spend the night aboard a real ship and wake up on the River Weser.

🏭 Landschaftspark Youth Hostel, Duisburg, North Rhine-Westphalia — industrial heritage meets modern adventure in a former steelworks landscape.

🏝️ Wangerooge Youth Hostel, Lower Saxony — island life, North Sea air and plenty of room to slow down.

Because sometimes the accommodation is part of the adventure. 🛏️✨

08/14/2026

💌 What do Germans love about Canada?
(le français suit)

Sometimes, what makes a place special is not only what you see, but how you feel when you’re there.

In today’s episode, Ahi shares what she loves most about Canada:

🌎 Diversity

People from all over the world come together, bringing different cultures, perspectives, and traditions that make Canada a vibrant place to live.

🤝 Openness

Canada’s welcoming spirit and openness to others create a sense of belonging and make it easy to connect across cultures.

Because after 75 years of diplomatic relations, we know:

Friendship grows strongest when diversity is celebrated and people feel welcome to be themselves. 🇩🇪🇨🇦

Your turn:
💬 What does diversity and openness mean to you in Canada?

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💌 Qu’est-ce que les Allemands aiment au Canada ?

Parfois, ce qui rend un endroit spécial, ce n’est pas seulement ce que l’on voit, mais aussi ce que l’on ressent quand on s’y trouve.

Dans l’épisode d’aujourd’hui, Ahi nous fait part de ce qu’elle aime le plus au Canada :

🌎 La diversité

Des personnes venues des quatre coins du monde s’y côtoient, apportant avec elles des cultures, des points de vue et des traditions différents qui font du Canada un lieu de vie dynamique.

🤝 L’ouverture d’esprit

L’esprit d’accueil et l’ouverture d’esprit du Canada créent un sentiment d’appartenance et facilitent les échanges entre les cultures.

Car après 75 ans de relations diplomatiques, nous le savons :

L’amitié se renforce lorsqu’on célèbre la diversité et que chacun se sent libre d’être soi-même. 🇩🇪🇨🇦

À vous :
💬 Que signifient pour vous la diversité et l’ouverture d’esprit au Canada ?

Germany and Canada are getting a solar eclipse today! 🌒🇩🇪🇨🇦(Le français suit) The partial solar eclipse will be visible ...
08/12/2026

Germany and Canada are getting a solar eclipse today! 🌒🇩🇪🇨🇦

(Le français suit)

The partial solar eclipse will be visible throughout Germany and in parts of Canada. In Berlin, about 85% of the sun will be covered at the peak of the eclipse. In Ottawa, about 15% of the sun will be obscured at its peak. 🌒🌖

⏱️Berlin Timing
Beginning: 7:15 p.m. CEST
Maximum: 8:08 p.m. CEST
End: 8:38 p.m. CEST

⏱️Ottawa Timing
Beginning: 12:49 p.m. EDT
Maximum: 1:42 p.m. EDT
End: 2:33 p.m. EDT

Tonight you also have the chance to see the Perseid meteor shower, again in both Germany and Canada. 🇩🇪🇨🇦

Fun fact: The next total solar eclipse in Germany and Canada will be on August 2nd 2027. 🌒

Are you going to watch the solar eclipse today?😎

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L’Allemagne et le Canada vont assister à une éclipse solaire aujourd’hui ! 🌒🇩🇪🇨🇦

Cette éclipse solaire partielle sera visible dans toute l’Allemagne et dans certaines régions du Canada. À Berlin, environ 85 % du Soleil sera masqué au moment du pic de l’éclipse. À Ottawa, environ 15 % du Soleil sera masqué au moment du pic. 🌒🌖

⏱️Horaires à Berlin
Début : 19 h 15 CEST
Maximum : 20 h 08 CEST
Fin : 20 h 38 CEST

⏱️Horaires à Ottawa
Début : 12 h 49 EDT
Maximum : 13 h 42 EDT
Fin : 14 h 33 EDT

Ce soir, vous aurez également la chance d’observer la pluie d’étoiles filantes des Perséides, là encore en Allemagne et au Canada. 🇩🇪🇨🇦

Anecdote : la prochaine éclipse solaire totale en Allemagne et au Canada aura lieu le 2 août 2027. 🌒

Tu vas regarder l’éclipse solaire ce soir ?😎

Sources: https://www.timeanddate.de/finsternis/karte/2026-august-12?n=kanada%2Fottawa
https://www.timeanddate.com/eclipse/in/canada/ottawa?iso=20260812
https://www.skyatnightmagazine.com/news/august-2026-solar-eclipse-north-america-vs-europe
https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/future-eclipses/total-solar-eclipse-on-august-12-2026/

: Germany, Canada, and the Power of Global Cooperation 🇩🇪 🇨🇦Severe wildfire seasons, like the recent emergency in Briti...
08/11/2026

: Germany, Canada, and the Power of Global Cooperation 🇩🇪 🇨🇦

Severe wildfire seasons, like the recent emergency in British Columbia, remind us that climate challenges affect us all. In these times, the friendship between Germany and Canada is more important than ever.

We believe in standing shoulder-to-shoulder. This means providing support during crises, but also investing in future solutions. A great example is the recent MoU between Conair and the DLR at ILA Berlin, aimed at developing the next generation of aerial firefighting.

By combining scientific expertise—such as sustainable land management—with industrial innovation, we are working together to protect our forests and communities. Solidarity and shared knowledge remain our strongest tools.

Did you know? Tackling modern wildfires requires a dual approach: combining effective emergency response with proactive landscape management.



Photo: Courtesy of

08/10/2026

🚨Application deadline extended to August 16!

Summer 2027 in Berlin? Let’s do it!🇩🇪

An exciting opportunity is awaiting you at the German Parliament!

Experience the inner workings of the Bundestag through the International Parliamentary Scholarship (IPS) program.

The IPS invites well-qualified, motivated young individuals from Canada and beyond to actively shape the democratic future of their country.

Are you passionate about politics, open to new ideas, and eager to make an impact?

Check the requirements below!

➡️ Program period: March 1 – July 31, 2027

Requirements:
✅ Canadian Citizenship
✅ University Degree
✅ Proficient German language skills (min. Level B2)
✅ Age 30 or under at scholarship commencement
✅ Interest in political and social context, as well as German history
✅ Socio-political engagement is advantageous

Does this sound like you? Apply now!🫵🏼

🚨The application deadline has been extended to August 16!

Immerse yourself in a five-month journey, with three of those months spent working in the office of a member of German Parliament. Enjoy a monthly stipend, free accommodation, insurance, and paid travel to and from Berlin.

For further program details and application guidelines, visit: https://sogerman.ca/announcements/international-parliamentary-scholarships-2026/

08/07/2026

The Diplomatic Duo: Rotating Again. 🔄🇩🇪🇨🇦

One rotation ends. Another begins.

From celebrating 75 years of Germany–Canada diplomatic relations and welcoming high-level ministerial visits to the , the arrival of the , the TKMS submarine announcement, and conversations shaping the future of our partnership, it’s been a memorable few months.

Now it’s time for the next rotation in Germany’s unique ambassadorial job-share.

See you again in 8 months Ambassador Bellmann! Welcome back Ambassador Lüttenberg!

To mark the arrival of the Gorch Fock in Halifax, Ambassador Tjorven Bellmann was pleased to welcome Canadian and German...
07/31/2026

To mark the arrival of the Gorch Fock in Halifax, Ambassador Tjorven Bellmann was pleased to welcome Canadian and German guests aboard for a reception celebrating the enduring friendship between our two countries.

As Germany and Canada mark 75 years of diplomatic relations, Halifax provides a fitting setting. For generations, this Atlantic port has connected Europe and North America, welcoming people, ideas and cooperation across the ocean. Today, our partnership continues to grow through close collaboration in security, trade, science, culture and people-to-people ties.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for a wonderful evening aboard.

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À l’occasion de l’arrivée du Gorch Fock à Halifax, l’ambassadeur Tjorven Bellmann a eu le plaisir d’accueillir à bord des invités canadiens et allemands pour une réception célébrant l’amitié durable entre nos deux pays.

Alors que l’Allemagne et le Canada soulignent le 75e anniversaire de leurs relations diplomatiques, Halifax offre un cadre tout à fait approprié. Depuis des générations, ce port de l’Atlantique relie l’Europe et l’Amérique du Nord, favorisant les échanges de personnes, d’idées et de coopération par-delà l’océan. Aujourd’hui, notre partenariat continue de se renforcer grâce à une étroite collaboration dans les domaines de la sécurité, du commerce, de la science, de la culture et des liens entre les peuples.

Merci à tous ceux qui se sont joints à nous pour cette merveilleuse soirée à bord.

📸 German Embassy Ottawa

07/31/2026

What Germans love about Canada? 🇨🇦💙

(Le français suit)

In today’s episode of our anniversary series, our outgoing Deputy Head of Mission, Karina Häuslmeier, shares why the Ottawa River is one of her favourite things about living in Canada’s capital.

Every season brings something new—from swimming on warm summer days to enjoying snowy winter landscapes along its shores. The river offers countless ways to experience the outdoors and reminds us how closely nature is woven into everyday life in Canada.

After 75 years of diplomatic relations, places like the Ottawa River continue to bring people together and create lasting connections.

💙 How would you enjoy the Ottawa River throughout the year?

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Qu’est-ce que les Allemands aiment au Canada? 🇨🇦💙

Dans l’épisode d’aujourd’hui de notre série consacrée à notre anniversaire, notre chef de mission adjointe sortante, Karina Häuslmeier, nous explique pourquoi la rivière des Outaouais est l’un des aspects qu’elle préfère dans la vie à la capitale du Canada.

Chaque saison apporte son lot de nouveautés : de la baignade lors des chaudes journées d’été à la contemplation des paysages hivernaux enneigés le long de ses rives. La rivière offre d’innombrables façons de profiter du plein air et nous rappelle à quel point la nature fait partie intégrante de la vie quotidienne au Canada.

Après 75 ans de relations diplomatiques, des lieux comme la rivière des Outaouais continuent de rapprocher les gens et de créer des liens durables.

💙 Comment profiteriez-vous de la rivière des Outaouais tout au long de l’année?

07/30/2026

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