The Ismaili Centre, Dubai welcomed The Honourable Francois Philippe Champagne, Canadian Minister of Innovation Science and Industry together with Christy Clark, former Premier of the British Columbia. The Centre also had the honour of welcoming His Excellency Fahad Saeed Al Raqbani, the UAE's Ambassador to Canada.

The reception held at the Centre was attended by representatives of the Canadian diplomatic community, senior leaders of the UAE business community and leaders of the Ismaili Muslim Community. During the meeting, former Premier Clark highlighted the contribution of the Ismaili Community to the overall growth and development of Canada and the work of His Highness the Aga Khan in promoting pluralism in the country.