NR Sub-Group of Quebec City- Discover and understand Iran- Thursday April 16, 2026

Dinner-Conference: “Discovering and Understanding Iran”

► INVITATION ◄

to members of the NR Sub-Group of Quebec City (SG NR VQ)

and to the Quebec Section (SQ)

of the Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada (PIPSC)

In a context where current events place Iran at the center of global tensions, come explore this country and better understand the current situation beyond sensationalist media headlines:

• The country, its millennia-old civilization, from Persian empires to today through multiple invasions
• The cultural, poetic, and human richness of the Iranian people, as well as its geographic diversity and natural resources
• Political, regional, and international dynamics and the coups of the last century
• The major issues of the 20th and 21st centuries that explain the current situation

The executives of the NR Sub-Group of Quebec City and Quebec-Section invites its members to attend a memorable dinner-conference presented by Mr. Éric Sauvé, Mr. Fouad Goodarzi, and Mr. Alireza Mostafavi.  This presentation is an excellent opportunity not only to meet, but also to better understand the geopolitical situation of Iran and the Middle East following decades of turmoil since 1979, the dramatic escalation of events in recent months in this region of the world, and the impacts for Canada and globally.

Speakers:

Mr. Éric Sauvé, Former infantry and intelligence officer in the Canadian Armed Forces. He has over 30 years of experience in military operations, strategic analysis, and international security issues, and has been deployed notably in Bosnia-Herzegovina and Afghanistan.  Now President of Innovigo, he advises public and private organizations on security, intelligence, and risk management. He is also a lecturer in criminology at the University of Montreal and regularly appears in the media to analyze defense and geopolitical issues.

Mr. Fouad Goodarzi, Graduate in nursing from the University of Qazvin (Iran), Mr. Goodarzi practiced as a nurse from 2006 to 2015, first in emergency care and then at the Tehran Heart Center.  In 2015, he immigrated to Quebec with his wife and son. After working as a healthcare assistant upon arrival, he continued his nursing career in Quebec long-term care centers.

Passionate about Iranian history, he is co-founder of the Iranian socio-cultural center of Quebec. He is also a member of the Mouvement laïque québécois and actively advocates for freedom and democracy in Iran. A poet and musician, he plays the setar, a traditional Persian instrument.

Mr. Alirera Mostafavi, Holder of a master’s degree in civil engineering, Mr. Mostafavi worked as a senior traffic engineer in Tehran from 2011 to 2021.  In January 2021, he immigrated to Quebec with his partner. After completing his francization program, he joined the Quebec Ministry of Transportation, working first in Chibougamau and then in Quebec City from 2023 to 2025.  Licensed as an engineer in both Quebec and Ontario, he currently works as a traffic engineer for the City of Quebec in the Intelligent Transportation Directorate. He is also actively involved in supporting freedom and democracy movements in Iran.

The presentation, titled “Discovering and Understanding Iran”, will be delivered in French.

The event will take place on Thursday April 16 2026 at “Salle du Club Social Victoria” located at 170 Rue du Cardinal-Maurice-Roy, Québec, Québec, G1K 2L3 near the Canac Stadium.  A dinner will be provided for members and their spouses only.  Additional registered guests may attend the conference but will not be served a meal.

Note : A bar service will be available on site

Come ask your questions and engage in discussions to better understand this fascinating and complex country!

We look forward to seeing you there in great numbers!

The Executive of the NR Sub-Group of Quebec City (PIPSC)