On March 18, Embassy of the Republic of Armenia to Canada organized the screening of “Ararat” by world-renowned Canadian-Armenian film director Atom Egoyan. The event is organized in the frameworks of Commemoration of the Centenary of the Armenian Genocide.

The screening was held at the Auditorium of Library and Archives Canada. Numerous guests from the Canadian Government, Diplomatic Corps, non-governmental sector and Armenian community were present. Director Atom Egoyan and actress Arsinée Khanjian honoured the evening with their presence.

Ambassador of Armenia to Canada Armen Yeganian addressed the audience with opening remarks and talked about the significance of the Centennial of the Armenian Genocide and scheduled events.

At the end of the screening, Director of Canadian Film Institute, famous film critic Tom McSorley reflected on the movie, presenting the idea throughout the movie.

Arsinée Khanjian emphasized, that it is imperative for Turkey to face the Armenian Genocide, while Atom Egoyan presented the history behind the creation of the film. Afterwards, Mr. Egoyan and Mrs. Khanjian answered the questions of the guests.