Canada, Greece and Ukraine: Diplomatic Voices From the Ground

What do ambassadors say off camera? In Kyiv, Canada’s and Greece’s envoys share laughs and insights on diplomacy, AI, Ukraine’s future, and life far from home.

What do ambassadors talk about when the cameras are off?

Canadian Ambassador Natalka Cmoc and Greek Ambassador Alexandros Dimitrakopoulos sit down in Kyiv for a candid conversation on everything from international summits and AI in diplomacy, to souvlaki shops in Montreal and the personal cost of serving abroad.

This episode of “Off the Record” goes beyond policy to explore the human side of diplomacy – connection, resilience, and why being on the ground still matters.

Expect stories, insights, and a few laughs – all from two diplomats who call Ukraine home (for now).

Highlights:

– Why AI won’t replace ambassadors (yet)

– Business, diplomacy, and rebuilding Ukraine

– Canada-Greece ties, past and future

– Life away from family, and the meaning of service