Brazilian Culture:

Brazilian Ministry of culture: An excellent source of information regarding government programs and cultural initiatives in Brazil.

Capoeira Camara Montreal: Instructor Casavel's Montreal-based school of Capoeira, the Brazilian combination of martial art and dance.

Equipe Capoeira Brasiliera: Another well-established Capoeira school in Montreal.

Monica Freire: A beautiful and talented Brazilian singer based in Montreal with her own hybrid style - Bahiatronica.

Marcelo Padre Nascimento: A Montreal-based Brazilian musical talent. His style of "forro" influenced music has an infectious rhyth to it that will get you dancing!

Gaia: An extremely well-known and respected Brazilian musical ensemble in Montreal - always a great show!

Paolo Ramos: A versatile Brazilian guitarist / singer / composer born in Sao Paolo, now settled in Montreal - a Juno award winner in 1997 for his outstanding world music.

Chez Brasil: A Brazilian restaurant in Montreal - one to put on your list.

Lelé da Cuca: A charming restaurant in the Plateau that offers Brazilian and Mexican cuisine. Excellent food and you can bring your own beer or wine.

Bayou Brasil: A wonderful Brazilian restaurant operating since 1992 in Montreal. A warm and friendly environment, characteristic of Cajun and Brazilian cultures.

Louis Briand: Montreal-based musician with a passion for the rhythms and sounds of Brazil.

Le Milsa: A Churrascaria, Brazilian style, typical of what you would find in Sao Paolo. Enjoy!

Brazilian History:

Voyage through the history of Brazil: An interesting site explaining historical aspects of Brazil (in Portuguese).

Overview of Brazilian History: A comprehesive explanation of historical and cultural aspects of Brazil.

Brazilian Community in Montreal:

Brazilians in Montreal: The site of the group called "Brasilieras em Montreal". An excellent overall source of an array of information.

Sotaque Brasileiro: The site of the well-established publication for Brazilians living outside of Brazil.

Education:

Concordia: University in Montreal offering courses in various languages.

McGill: University in Montreal offering language and cultural courses.

UQAM (Univesity of Quebec in Montreal): University in Montreal offering courses in language and culture of Brazil.

HEC (Hautes Etudes Commerciales): The business school of the University of Montreal.

University Laval: University in Laval offering courses in culture and language.

University of Sherbrooke: University in Sherbrooke offering language and cultural courses.

ACELAC: Canadian Association of Studies of Latin America and the Caribbean.

COLAM: College of the Americas at the University of Montreal

CERLAC: Latin American and Caribbean studies at York University.

FOCAL: Canadian Foundation for the Americas.

GIRA: Interdisciplinary Research Group for the Americas.

OUI: Organization of Inter-American Universities.

Relations of Canadian and Brazilan Government:

DFAIT-MAECI: Department of foreign affairs and international trade.

Office of the Canadian Ambassador to Brazil in Brasilia: A good contact for information about canadian relations with Brazil.

Canadian Consulate in Sao Paolo: An excellent source of information for commercial and governmental issues.

Canadian Consulate in Rio de Janeiro: An excellent source of information for commercial and governmental issues.

Bulletin - the Point on Brazil: An electronic newsletter distributed by the Canadian Consulate in Sao Paolo to enterprises with interests in Brazil.

CCAC Canadian Commercial Arbitration Center: A good resource for those doing business with Brazil.

Relations of Quebec and Brazilan Government:

Ministry of International Relations: A good resource for Quebec-based organizations and individuals dealing with Brazil.

Ministry of Finance : A good resource for financial and commercial matters between Quebec and Brazil.

Non-Governmental Organizations :

Ambiente Brasil: An excellent web portal for information pertaining to the Environment in Brazil.

MST: Movement for rural workers without land in Brazil. A non-Governmental Organization focused on bringing attention to the plight of rural workers who do not have land

Development and Peace: An organization focused on sustainable and peaceful development.

Alternatives: A non-governmental international solidarity organization focused on promoting justice and equality amongst individuals and communities in the North and South.