Conference

Engage Armenia Forum in Canada

Repat Armenia and the H. Hovnanian Family Foundation

24 oct. 2026 2:00 PM

École arménienne Sourp Hagop (Pastermajian Hall), 3400 Rue Nadon, Montréal, QC H4J 1P5

Quebec - Canada

#EngageArmenia Forum Canada 2026: Bringing Armenia's opportunities to the diaspora

In Armenia, the challenges are great, the times uncertain. To increase our engagement and get everyone involved, the Engage Armenia Forum 2026 is a call to action aimed at Armenians in Canada to come together - regardless of their expertise or experience - and actively contribute to shaping Armenia’s present and future.

The tour will span two Canadian cities: Toronto (October 22) & Montreal (October 24 and 25).

Why engage with Armenia?

The question of why one should engage with Armenia may already be on the minds of many in the Diaspora. Some have long standing connections, while others are considering this opportunity for the first time. The Engage Armenia Forum 2026 provides a platform to rethink, revitalize and put into practice your engagement with Armenia.

What to expect?

The Engage Armenia Forum brings together inspiring individuals, organizations, and meaningful practical ways to engage with the homeland, from where you live or from Armenia.

Get ready for dynamic pitch sessions that spotlight ways to volunteer, intern, mentor, invest, or support initiatives across education, healthcare, business and learn more about professional opportunities and repatriation. Then, join interactive networking sessions, where you’ll connect directly with panelists, ask questions, and explore the paths that excite you most.

What makes this Forum unique is that most of our speakers are coming directly from Armenia, bringing authentic insights and first-hand perspectives on how you can engage.

It includes:

Vartan Marashlyan (Repat Armenia)

Nelly Poliakov (H. Hovnanian Family Foundation - Emcee)

Sevan Kabakian (Birthright Armenia)

Arina Zohrabian (Armenian Volunteer Corps)

Gor Nazaryan (Teach For Armenia)

Nazareth Seferian (Impact Hub, VIA Fund)

Anush Ter-Khachatryan (Health For Armenia)

Syuzanna Shamakhyan (Foundation for Armenian Science and Technology)

Hrayr Barsoumian (Optimize Consulting)

Inessa Margaryan (AGBU)

Nerses Yeritsyan (Information Systems Agency of Armenia)

Hagop Makdis (Big Mind)

Samson Avetian (Eqwefy)

Mathew Zein (Life in Armenia)

Emma Matossian (Armenian Youth Federation of Canada)

By participating in #EngageArmenia Forum, you are taking a significant step towards reshaping your connection with Armenia. This is your chance to find where your skills, passions, and Armenia’s needs come together!

We are looking forward to seeing you in Montreal on October 24 and 25!

The event is made possible thanks to the support of the main sponsors, H. Hovnanian Family Foundation and AMAA, as well as the invaluable contributions of our many partners and supporters.

https://www.engagearmenia.org

Engage Armenia Forum in Canada

Repat Armenia and the H. Hovnanian Family Foundation

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