Message to U.S. Citizens in Canada: Modified Canadian Entry Restrictions for Immediate Family Members

U.S. DIPLOMATIC MISSION TO CANADA Message to U.S. Citizens in Canada: Modified Canadian Entry Restrictions for Immediate Family Members June 10, 2020   Location: Canada Event: Modified Canadian Entry Restrictions for Certain Immediate Family Members Information:  Modified Canadian Entry Restrictions for Immediate Family Members While most foreign nationals are currently prohibited from entering Canada for discretionary ... Read More»

By | 10 June, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Exclude

U.S. Consulate General in Québec City Organizes Discussion on Gender Equality

In cooperation with Quebec High School, U.S. Consulate General Québec City was pleased to host a virtual discussion on Balancing the Scales, an American Film showcase documentary on gender equity by lawyer and filmmaker Sharon Rowen. Dr. Mélanie Zimmerman, Consul General of the United States in Québec City, moderated the discussion on gender equality and was ... Read More»

By | 10 June, 2020 | Topics: Exclude, Quebec

Message to U.S. Citizens in Canada: Answers for U.S. Citizens in Canada (April 1, 2020)

Message to U.S. Citizens in Canada: Answers for U.S. Citizens in Canada April 1, 2020 Location: Canada Event: COVID-19 Update, Answers for U.S. citizens in Canada Information: Q: I heard on the news that U.S. Embassies and Consulates are closed. Can I get any support as an American citizen? A: We are always ready to provide ... Read More»

By | 1 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Emergency Services, U.S. Citizen Services

Message to U.S. Citizens in Canada: Public Health Reminder to Help Slow the Spread of COVID-19 (March 31, 2020)

Message to U.S. Citizens in Canada: Public Health Reminder to Help Slow the Spread of COVID-19 March 31, 2020 Location: Canada Event: Public Health Reminder to Help Slow the Spread of COVID-19 Information: American and Canadian health officials agree that physical distancing can help slow the spread of COVID-19. Healthcare workers and first responders are working ... Read More»

By | 31 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Emergency Services, U.S. Citizen Services

Weather Alert – U. S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada – February 26, 2020

Environment Canada  has issued a Winter Storm Warning for Southern Ontario, including Ottawa. Rapidly accumulating snow could make travel difficult and as a result we will not be able to provide routine consular services.  If you had scheduled an appointment with American Citizen Services please email  OttawaACS@state.gov  to reschedule it. Enroll in the  Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP)  to receive security messages and ... Read More»

By | 26 February, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: ,

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Ottawa – January 8, 2020

Security Alert: U.S. Embassy Ottawa – January 8, 2020   Location: Worldwide Event: Heightened Middle East Tensions There is heightened tension in the Middle East that may result in security risks to U.S. citizens worldwide.  U.S. citizens around the world are reminded to be mindful of their personal security. The Embassy and Consulates General will continue to monitor the overall ... Read More»

By | 8 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude

First Meeting of the U.S.-Canada Critical Minerals Working Group

MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON OCTOBER 4, 2019   First Meeting of the U.S.-Canada Critical Minerals Working Group   On October 3, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs Cynthia Kierscht hosted Associate Deputy Minister of Natural Resources Canada Shawn Tupper and representatives from the U.S. and Canadian governments for the first U.S.-Canada Critical Minerals Working ... Read More»

By | 4 October, 2019 | Topics: Business, Commercial Affairs, Economic Affairs, Environment, Events, News, Policy, Press Releases | Tags:

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General Montreal, Canada

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General Montreal, Canada September 27, 2019   Location:  Local authorities expect demonstrators to travel from Mount Royal Park to Rue Sherbrooke and Rue St. Laurent, then traverse the city via Boulevard Rene Levesque en route to the Old Port area. Event:  On Friday, September 27, downtown Montreal will be ... Read More»

By | 26 September, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Exclude

The United States, Canada, Germany, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom Co-Sponsor UNGA Side Event on “The Human Rights Crisis in Xinjiang”

Today, the United States co-sponsored with Canada, Germany, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom a panel discussion on “The Human Rights Crisis in Xinjiang” on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly. Read More»

By | 24 September, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Human Rights, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General Montreal, Canada

Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the U.S. Consulate located at 1155 Saint-Alexander Street and Boulevard Saint-Laurent, Montreal, Quebec H2T 1R6 Event: Demonstrations expected to take place on September 20 at 5 p.m. Actions to Take: Avoid the areas of the demonstrations. Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large ... Read More»

By | 20 September, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Exclude

Weather Alert – U. S. Consulate General Halifax, Canada – September 5, 2019

Weather Alert – U. S. Consulate General Halifax, Canada September 5, 2019 Event:  Hurricane Dorian – Environment Canada has issued a Weather Information Statement for Hurricane Dorian  Location: Atlantic Canada (Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, St Pierre and Miquelon) Hurricane Dorian is expected to severely impact parts of the Atlantic ... Read More»

By | 6 September, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Halifax

Canada and the United States: Strengthening Our Alliance

The Secretary will travel to Ottawa, Canada, on August 22, where he will meet with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland to discuss our strong bilateral relationship and ways to broaden and deepen our economic and security ties. Read More»

By | 22 August, 2019 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Security & Counterterrorism, Trade, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere

The Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Invites International Applicants for the 2020 Professional Fellows Program

The Department of State is pleased to announce that applications for the 2020 Young Leaders of the Americas Initiative (YLAI) Professional Fellows Program will be accepted through September 18, 2019. This year, the Fellows Program has been expanded to 280 participants and will include fellows from Canada for the first time. Read More»

By | 14 August, 2019 | Topics: Economic Affairs, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere

Canadian Students Now Eligible for NASA International Internship Program

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), and the United States Embassy in Ottawa are pleased to announce that for the first time, Canadian students will be eligible to participate in the NASA International Internship (NASA I²) Program. Read More»

By | 19 July, 2019 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada | Tags: , ,

Young Canadian leaders travel to United States as Youth Ambassadors

OTTAWA – The United States Embassy in Ottawa, in partnership with the State University of New York (SUNY) at Plattsburgh, World Learning, and Fulbright Canada, is pleased to announce the selection of 13 outstanding Canadian youth community leaders for the 2019 Youth Ambassadors Program. Read More»

By | 18 July, 2019 | Topics: Alumni, Calgary, Education, Halifax, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs, Quebec, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Canada, Vancouver, Winnipeg

United States Embassy in Ottawa Commemorates 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing

The United States Embassy in Ottawa will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing with out-of-this-world visual displays featuring iconic images from space on the Embassy’s exterior. Read More»

By | 28 June, 2019 | Topics: Culture, Events, History, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Science & Tech, U.S. & Canada | Tags: , ,

U.S. delegation travels to the Arctic to bolster partnerships

U.S. delegation travels to the Arctic to bolster partnerships Did you know that the Qulliq Energy Corporation (QEC) delivers electricity to approximately 14,400 electrical customers across Nunavut by operating 25 stand-alone diesel power plants in 25 communities? QEC is currently working on solar and wind demonstration projects to test the potential of these renewable energy systems ... Read More»

By | 26 April, 2019 | Topics: Exclude, Quebec, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada

Public Safety Alert – U. S. Consulate General Halifax, Canada

Location:  Regions of New Brunswick.  Event:  Public Safety – Public Alert – River Watch – Increased water levels or flooding. The following advisory was issued by the New Brunswick Emergency Measures Organization (NBEMO), River Watch 2019 Residents in the following areas should remain on high alert: Clair/Fort Kent, Saint-Hilaire, Edmundston, Fredericton, Maugerville, Jemseg, Grand Lake, ... Read More»

By | 23 April, 2019 | Topics: Alert

U.S. Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft Welcomes Canada’s Commitment to NASA’s Lunar Gateway Program

Canada’s commitment to NASA’s Lunar Gateway Program and the announcement of its own Lunar Exploration Accelerator Program signals the beginning of a new era of U.S.-Canada space cooperation. Read More»

By | 28 February, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Science & Tech, U.S. & Canada | Tags: , ,

Security Alert – U.S. Consulate General Vancouver

Security Alert – U.S. Consulate General Vancouver, Canada December 13, 2018   Location:  British Columbia, Canada. Event:  The U.S. Consulate General in Vancouver is aware of multiple bomb threats reported across Canada and the U.S.  Currently, British Columbia has received 15 bomb threats.  The Consulate is actively monitoring the situation and will follow up with ... Read More»

By | 13 December, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Vancouver

U.S. Embassy in Ottawa and all U.S. Consulates in Canada Closed Wednesday, December 5, 2018

U.S. Embassy in Ottawa and all U.S. Consulates in Canada will be Closed Wednesday, December 5, 2018 To honor President George H. W. Bush, President Trump has directed the closure of all Federal offices for Wednesday, December 5, 2018. In accordance with the President’s directive, the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa and all U.S. Consulates in ... Read More»

By | 4 December, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Notification

Remarks by President Trump, Prime Minister Trudeau, and President Peña Nieto at Signing Ceremony for the USMCA

Remarks by President Trump, Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada, and President Peña Nieto of Mexico at Signing Ceremony for the United States—Mexico—Canada Agreement   Palacio Duhau – Park Hyatt Buenos Aires Buenos Aires, Argentina 9:24 A.M. AST PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you very much.  We’re gathered together this afternoon for a very historic occasion: The signing ... Read More»

By | 30 November, 2018 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Key Officials, News, President of the United States, Trade, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General, Montreal, Canada

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General, Montreal, Canada November 27, 2018 Location: Please be aware that on Wednesday, November 28th a protest is scheduled to take place in downtown Montreal from 8:30a.m. to 10:30a.m. Demonstrators will be gathering at 1255 Robert Bourassa Boulevard and then heading to different locations. Actions to Take: Avoid the ... Read More»

By | 27 November, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Montreal

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General, Montreal, Canada

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General, Montreal, Canada November 13, 2018 Location: Please be aware that on Tuesday, November 13, 2018, a demonstration organized by Ouighours is scheduled to take place in Montreal from 10am-1pm. Demonstrators will be gathering in front of the U.S. Consulate General at 1155 St. Alexandre Street. It is expected ... Read More»

By | 13 November, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Montreal

Consul General meets with Steven M. Partyka in Iqaluit, Nunavut

Proudly standing in his dental office in Iqaluit, Dr. Steven M. Partyka is ready to examine his next patient. Originally from New Jersey, Steven spent a few years living in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories, before moving to move to Iqaluit in 2009 to run Arctic Circle Dental. Steven is often asked how someone from the northeastern ... Read More»

By | 16 October, 2018 | Topics: Exclude, Quebec, The Arctic | Tags:

Secretary Pompeo’s Call With Canadian Foreign Minister Freeland

Readout Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC October 10, 2018 Secretary Pompeo’s Call With Canadian Foreign Minister Freeland   The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert:‎ Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke by phone today with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland. The two congratulated the U.S., Canada, and Mexico teams on reaching a successful conclusion ... Read More»

By | 10 October, 2018 | Topics: Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State

U.S. Signs Agreement To Prevent Unregulated Commercial Fishing on the High Seas of the Central Arctic Ocean

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC October 1, 2018 U.S. Signs Agreement To Prevent Unregulated Commercial Fishing on the High Seas of the Central Arctic Ocean   The United States is pleased to be a signatory of the agreement to prevent unregulated commercial fishing on the high seas of the central Arctic Ocean. ... Read More»

By | 1 October, 2018 | Topics: Environment, Fisheries & Marine Issues, News, Press Releases, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada

U.S. Defense Attaché and Canadian Service and Sacrifice Initiative repatriate historic U.S. military pieces

“We have a good sized war to fight and we’d all better get busy doing all we can to get the job done – and soon.” – Colonel Allen G. Hart, February 7, 1943. Canadian and American service members like Col. Hart have served and sacrificed alongside each other for hundreds of years, a tradition ... Read More»

By | 28 September, 2018 | Topics: Ottawa, U.S. & Canada

Secretary Pompeo at the Transatlantic Dinner

Readout Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC September 25, 2018 Secretary Pompeo at the Transatlantic Dinner   The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert:‎ Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo hosted NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, EU High Representative for Foreign and Security Policy and Vice President of the European Commission Federica Mogherini, and ... Read More»

By | 26 September, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General, Montreal, Canada

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General, Montreal, Canada 13 September, 2018 Location: Please be aware that on Thursday, September 13, 2018, a demonstration organized by the employees of the Société de transport de Montréal (STM) is scheduled to take place in Montreal between 3:00pm and 5:00pm.  Demonstrators will be gathering in front of Place ... Read More»

By | 12 September, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude

Natural Disaster Alert – U.S. Consulate General Vancouver, Canada

Natural Disaster Alert – U.S. Consulate General Vancouver, Canada August 22, 2018 Location:  Alaska Highway in Northern British Columbia. Event:  The Alaska Highway is closed in both directions between Coal River and the British Columbia/Yukon border because of wildfires.  The nearby community of Lower Post, British Columbia has been ordered to evacuate. Actions to Take:  ... Read More»

By | 22 August, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Exclude, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver

Secretary Pompeo’s Call With Canadian Foreign Minister Freeland

Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland. They discussed the dispute between Saudi Arabia and Canada over Canada’s call for releasing civil rights activists. The Secretary also discussed Iran and Ukraine. Read More»

By | 11 August, 2018 | Topics: Key Officials, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: ,

Young Canadian leaders travel to United States as 2018 Youth Ambassadors

July 12, 2018 For immediate release The United States Embassy in Ottawa, in partnership with the State University of New York (SUNY) College at Plattsburgh, World Learning, and Fulbright Canada, is pleased to announce the selection of 13 outstanding Canadian youth community leaders and two Canadian adult educators for the Youth Ambassadors program. The selected ... Read More»

By | 12 July, 2018 | Topics: Culture, Education, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: ,

Weather Alert: Tropical Storm Chris – U.S. Consulate General Halifax, Canada

Weather Alert: Tropical Storm Chris – U.S. Consulate General Halifax, Canada (July 9, 2018) Location: Atlantic Canada (Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador) Event:  Environment Canada has issued a Tropical Cyclone Information Statement for Tropical Storm Chris – now forming in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of North Carolina ( https://weather.gc.ca/hurricane/statements_e.html ... Read More»

By | 9 July, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Halifax

Routine Notice to American Citizens– Reduced Consulate Staffing

U.S. Consulate General Quebec City, Canada Routine Notice to American Citizens– Reduced Consulate Staffing June 6, 2018 Location: Quebec City, Quebec, Canada Event: Due to unusually congested traffic conditions expected with G7-related activities, the U.S. Consulate in Quebec City is reducing its staffing on Thursday and Friday, June 7 -8.  The Consulate is closed on ... Read More»

By | 6 June, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Quebec

Secretary Kirstjen M. Nielsen Meets with Canadian Minister Ahmed Hussen

Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen M. Nielsen today met with the Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship for Canada Ahmed Hussen in Washington, D.C to reaffirm their commitment to working together on immigration and border security issues. Read More»

By | 4 June, 2018 | Topics: Border Issues, Key Officials, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: , ,

Public Invited to U.S. Memorial Day Ceremony at Deadman’s Island, Halifax

Historians have concluded that nearly 200 American Prisoners of the War of 1812 died while confined on Melville Island, on the Northwest Arm in Halifax, and are buried on Deadman’s Island. On Monday, May 28 from 11:00a.m.–12:00p.m., the U.S. Consulate General in Halifax and U.S. Navy Exchange Officers in Halifax will honor these American servicemen. ... Read More»

By | 22 May, 2018 | Topics: Events, Halifax, History, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada

Canadians to Attend U.S. Program on Health Surveillance in the Arctic

Canadian professionals in the fields of public health and veterinary medicine will visit Minneapolis, MN, and Anchorage and Fairbanks, AK, from May 15 to 25 as participants in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). Read More»

By | 15 May, 2018 | Topics: Calgary, Education, Environment, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Quebec, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags:

Secretary Pompeo’s Participation in a Meeting of the Lima Group

Secretary Pompeo participated via videoconference today in the Lima Group foreign and finance ministers meeting, which was hosted by Mexico and included representatives from Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Guyana, Honduras, Jamaica, Panama, Paraguay, Peru, and Saint Lucia. Representatives from the European Union and Spain also participated. Read More»

By | 14 May, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere | Tags: , ,

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada (May 14, 2018)

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada May 14, 2018 Location: Announced gathering points include the following neighborhoods in Ottawa, Canada: U.S. Embassy Ottawa (MacKenzie Street side of the Embassy) Event: A demonstration is expected to take place, May 14, 2018 between 12:00 p.m. and 15:00 p.m.  Local authorities are aware of the demonstration ... Read More»

By | 14 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Ottawa

Security Alert – U. S. Consulate General Toronto, Canada (May 11, 2018)

Security Alert – U. S. Consulate General Toronto, Canada May 11, 2018 Location:  Canada, countrywide Event:  The U.S. government remains concerned that terrorists are intent on targeting U.S. citizens, including children.  Terrorists may employ a variety of tactics, such as violent assaults and kidnappings.  In the past they have used knives, guns, and vehicles as ramming devices.  ... Read More»

By | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Toronto

Security Alert – U. S. Consulate General in Vancouver, Canada (May 11, 2018)

Security Alert – U. S. Consulate General in Vancouver, Canada May 11, 2018 Location:  Canada, countrywide Event:  The U.S. government remains concerned that terrorists are intent on targeting U.S. citizens, including children.  Terrorists may employ a variety of tactics, such as violent assaults and kidnappings.  In the past they have used knives, guns, and vehicles ... Read More»

By | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Vancouver

Security Alert – U. S. Consulate General, Montreal, Canada (May 11, 2018)

Security Alert – U. S. Consulate General, Montreal, Canada May 11, 2018 Location:  Canada, countrywide Event:  The U.S. government remains concerned that terrorists are intent on targeting U.S. citizens, including children.  Terrorists may employ a variety of tactics, such as violent assaults and kidnappings.  In the past they have used knives, guns, and vehicles as ramming devices.  ... Read More»

By | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Montreal

Security Alert – U. S. Consulate General Halifax, Canada (May 11, 2018)

Security Alert – U. S. Consulate General Halifax, Canada May 11, 2018 Location:  Canada, countrywide Event:  The U.S. government remains concerned that terrorists are intent on targeting U.S. citizens, including children.  Terrorists may employ a variety of tactics, such as violent assaults and kidnappings.  In the past they have used knives, guns, and vehicles as ramming devices.  ... Read More»

By | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Halifax

Security Alert – U. S. Consulate Quebec, Canada (May 11, 2018)

Security Alert – U. S. Consulate Quebec, Canada May 11, 2018 Location:  Canada, countrywide Event:  The U.S. government remains concerned that terrorists are intent on targeting U.S. citizens, including children.  Terrorists may employ a variety of tactics, such as violent assaults and kidnappings.  In the past they have used knives, guns, and vehicles as ramming devices.  They ... Read More»

By | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Quebec

Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada (May 11, 2018)

Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada May 11, 2018 Location:  Canada, countrywide Event:  The U.S. government remains concerned that terrorists are intent on targeting U.S. citizens, including children.  Terrorists may employ a variety of tactics, such as violent assaults and kidnappings.  In the past they have used knives, guns, and vehicles as ramming devices.  They ... Read More»

By | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Ottawa

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada (May 10, 2018)

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada May 10, 2018 Location: Announced gathering points include the following neighborhoods in Ottawa, Canada: Parliament Hill area Wellington Street (northern limit) Somerset Street (southern limit) Lyon Street (western limit) Elgin Street (eastern limit) Event: A demonstration is expected to take place, May 10, 2018 between 12:00 p.m. ... Read More»

By | 10 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert

Canadians to Attend U.S. Program on Countering Violent Extremism and Radicalization through Community Empowerment

Canadian professionals in the fields of public policy, law enforcement, and non-profit leadership will visit Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from May 7 to 25 as participants in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). Read More»

By | 7 May, 2018 | Topics: Calgary, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General, Montreal, Canada

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General, Montreal, Canada 30 April, 2018 Location: Announced gathering points include the following areas in Montreal: The downtown area starting at Phillips Square. Event:  The U.S. Consulate General informs U.S. citizens that a demonstration is expected to take place on Tuesday,  May 1, 2018, starting at 6:30pm from Phillips ... Read More»

By | 30 April, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Montreal | Tags:

Press Availability by Acting Secretary Sullivan in Toronto, Canada

John J. Sullivan Acting Secretary of State Toronto, Canada April 23, 2018 Press Availability by Acting Secretary Sullivan in Toronto, Canada ACTING SECRETARY SULLIVAN: Good afternoon, everyone. It’s a pleasure to be here in Toronto for the G7 ministerial meeting. Toronto is a beautiful city (inaudible) and lovely weather, beautiful facilities here at the university. Very grateful ... Read More»

By | 23 April, 2018 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Security & Counterterrorism, Toronto, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada April 20, 2018 Location: Announced gathering points include the following neighborhoods in Ottawa, Canada: Parliament Hill area Event: A demonstration is expected to take place near Parliament Hill Friday, April 20, 2018 between 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.  Local authorities are aware of the demonstration and will ... Read More»

By | 20 April, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada

Remarks delivered by U.S. Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft at the Conseil des relations internationales de Montréal (CORIM)

April 17, 2018   Remarks delivered by U.S. Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft at the Conseil des relations internationales de Montréal (CORIM) As Prepared for Delivery   Who will shape the future of our planet? That’s a pretty heady question, I know. The glass-half-full view of the world has lots to celebrate: millions moving out ... Read More»

By | 17 April, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Montreal, News, Quebec, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Consular Services Available in Grande Prairie 2018

For Immediate Release: CONSULAR SERVICES AVAILABLE IN GRANDE PRAIRIE 2018 THURSDAY APRIL 26TH BY APPOINTMENT ONLY A consular officer from the United States Consulate General in Calgary will be in Grande Prairie THURSDAY APRIL 26TH to provide consular services to U.S. citizens. The Officer will take applications for passports, Consular Reports of Birth Abroad and ... Read More»

By | 9 April, 2018 | Topics: Calgary, Consular Affairs, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Citizen Services, U.S. Passports | Tags:

Remarks by Ambassador Craft at the Empire Club of Canada

April 4, 2018 Remarks delivered by U.S. Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft at the Empire Club luncheon in Toronto As Prepared for Delivery Thank you. As I look out into this audience I would be remiss not to note one of your great figures is missing — Peter Munk is not among us today.  His ... Read More»

By | 4 April, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, News, Press Releases, Speeches, Toronto, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: ,

Canadian Professionals from Calgary and Edmonton participate in U.S. Program on Countering Violent Extremism

April 4, 2018 For Immediate Release   CALGARY – Eight Canadian professionals in the fields of law enforcement, municipal government, violence prevention, and community organization will visit Washington, D.C., Las Vegas, Nevada, and San Bernardino, California, on a 10-day program on countering violent extremism (CVE). The program is organized by the U.S. Consulate General in ... Read More»

By | 4 April, 2018 | Topics: Calgary, Events, News, Policy, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Publication of Final Rule Changing the Passport Execution Fee

Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC January 31, 2018   The Department of State published a  Final Rule  on January 31, 2018, that increases the passport execution fee. The passport execution fee will be $35 starting on April 2, 2018. This rule increased the fee $10 from the previous $25 fee. Individuals who apply for ... Read More»

By | 29 March, 2018 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News, U.S. Citizen Services, U.S. Passports | Tags:

Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General, Vancouver, Canada

Demonstration Alert – U.S. Consulate General, Vancouver, Canada March 23, 2018 Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following neighborhoods in Vancouver, Canada: Downtown: Jack Poole Plaza Downtown: Vancouver Art Gallery Downtown: U.S. Consulate General Vancouver Event: The U.S. Consulate advises Americans that demonstrations are expected to take place on March ... Read More»

By | 23 March, 2018 | Topics: Alert

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada March 23, 2018 Location: Announced gathering points include the following neighborhoods in Ottawa, Canada: The downtown area from Parliament Hill to the Byward Market. Event: The U.S. Embassy informs U.S. citizens that a demonstration is expected to take place near the U.S. Embassy on Saturday, March 24, ... Read More»

By | 23 March, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Ottawa

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General, Montreal, Canada

Demonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General, Montreal, Canada 23 March, 2018 Location: Announced gathering points include the following areas in Montreal: The downtown area starting at Cabot Square and proceeding to the U.S. Consulate. Event:  The U.S. Consulate General informs U.S. citizens that a demonstration is expected to take place on Saturday, March 24,  ... Read More»

By | 23 March, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Montreal

Mammoth tusks repatriated to Canada from the United States into care of Canadian Museum of Nature

Two mammoth tusks have been returned to Canada from the United States after being recovered during an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The tusks have been given to the care of the Canadian Museum of Nature, Canada’s national museum of natural history and natural sciences, where they are housed in the museum’s national ... Read More»

By | 22 March, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Education, Events, History, News, Ottawa | Tags: , ,

Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction and the U.S. Embassy Ottawa host one-day expert forum on addressing the opioid crisis in North America

The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) and the United States Embassy in Ottawa will host a one-day expert forum on addressing the opioid crisis in North America on Tuesday, March 20. Read More»

By | 20 March, 2018 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Ottawa, Policy, Press Releases, Science & Tech, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Founder of ‘World Without Hate’ Meets Survivors of the 2017 Quebec City Mosque Shooting

“The journey I’ve taken moved me from a place of pain on the deepest level to a place of hope for a kinder world, a world without violence, a world without victims, and a world without hate.” – Rais Bhuiyan, Founder & President of World Without Hate After being shot in the face by Mark ... Read More»

By | 19 March, 2018 | Topics: Events, Halifax, Montreal, News, Quebec, Security & Counterterrorism

Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Closing of the Seventh Round of NAFTA Renegotiations

Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Closing of the Seventh Round of NAFTA Renegotiations As Delivered March 5, 2018 Mexico City, Mexico Ambassador Lighthizer: Good Afternoon. Let me begin by commending Secretary Guajardo for a terrific job hosting this seventh round of negotiations here in Mexico City. It is a privilege to return to ... Read More»

By | 6 March, 2018 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Key Officials, News, Speeches, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: , ,

Remarks delivered by U.S. Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute

February 13, 2018 Remarks delivered by U.S. Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute’s Canada-U.S. Dinner As Prepared for Delivery This is a wonderful event for me because it centers on what is NOW my passion – strengthening the already close relationship between Canada and the United States. Each of my predecessors told ... Read More»

By | 14 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Remarks by Ambassador Craft at the Energy Council of Canada’s Annual Industry Update

Remarks by United States Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft at the Energy Council of Canada’s Annual Industry Update As prepared for delivery Thank you for inviting me to spend some time with you today.  As a relatively new diplomat with less than six months under my belt, I am still in that phase of meeting ... Read More»

By | 5 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Energy, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: ,

The New Yorker’s Peter Schjeldahl to become first art critic featured in Contemporary Conversations Series

The Embassy of the United States in Ottawa, in partnership with the National Gallery of Canada (NGC), is pleased to welcome renowned American art critic Peter Schjeldahl for the second lecture in the third edition of the Contemporary Conversations series on February 8, 2018. Read More»

By | 2 February, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: ,

Canadians to Attend U.S. Program on Confronting the Opioid Epidemic

Canadian professionals in the fields of health policy, addiction services, toxicology, and law enforcement will visit Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from February 3 to February 24 as participants in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). The participants will examine initiatives to combat the opioid epidemic, and bolster bilateral partnerships to decrease the number ... Read More»

By | 31 January, 2018 | Topics: Border Issues, Education, News, Policy, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Closing Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Sixth Round of NAFTA Renegotiations

Closing Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Sixth Round of NAFTA Renegotiations As Delivered January 29, 2018 Montreal, Canada   Ambassador Lighthizer: It is a pleasure to be here in Quebec. Montreal is one of the great cities of the world, and I have not been back in many years, and I’ve missed it. ... Read More»

By | 29 January, 2018 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Key Officials, Montreal, News, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: , , ,

Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson co-hosts the Vancouver Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on Security and Stability on the Korean Peninsula

Co-hosts United States Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson and Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Chrystia Freeland convened the Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on Security and Stability on the Korean Peninsula on January 16, 2018 in Vancouver, British Columbia to discuss the global threat of a nuclearized Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) and investigate options ... Read More»

By | 23 January, 2018 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver, Western Hemisphere | Tags: , ,

U.S. Consul to Provide Services to U.S. Citizens in St. John’s, NL February 2-3, 2018

U.S. CONSUL TO PROVIDE SERVICES TO U.S. CITIZENS IN ST. JOHN’S, NL FEBRUARY 2-3, 2018 The U.S. Consulate General in Halifax is pleased to announce that a U.S. consular officer will be in St. John’s, Newfoundland Friday, February 2, 2018 and Saturday, February 3, 2018 to provide consular services for U.S. citizens. This trip is ... Read More»

By | 23 January, 2018 | Topics: Consul General, Halifax, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Citizen Services, U.S. Passports | Tags: ,

VOTING IN 2018 U.S. ELECTIONS

Your vote counts!  Did you know that many U.S. elections for house and senate seats have been decided by a margin smaller than the number of ballots cast by absentee voters?  All states are required to count every absentee ballot as long as it is valid and reaches local election officials by the absentee ballot ... Read More»

By | 19 January, 2018 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Notification, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags:

Opening Remarks by Secretary Tillerson at the Vancouver Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on Security and Stability on the Korean Peninsula

Remarks With Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland, South Korean Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-wha, Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Kono, and UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson At the Vancouver Foreign Ministers’ Meeting On Security and Stability on the Korean Peninsula Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Vancouver Convention Centre Vancouver, Canada January 16, 2018 FOREIGN MINISTER FREELAND: So ... Read More»

By | 18 January, 2018 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver, Western Hemisphere | Tags: , ,

Remarks by Secretary Tillerson with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland at a Press Availability

Press Availability Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Vancouver, Canada January 16, 2018   FOREIGN MINISTER FREELAND: Sorry to be a bit late. We had a lot we had to pack into the day. And thanks to everyone for joining us. I’d like to begin by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is ... Read More»

By | 18 January, 2018 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver, Western Hemisphere | Tags: , ,

Seven Canadian Mayors to attend Workshop on Countering Violent Extremism

The U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa, in partnership with the Strong Cities Network, has invited seven mayors and other representatives from Canadian cities to Washington, D.C., for a workshop January 24, 2018, with American and international mayors on Countering Violent Extremism (CVE). Read More»

By | 18 January, 2018 | Topics: Events, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Security Message for U.S. Citizens in Calgary: Planned Demonstration January 8th, 2018

United States Consulate Calgary, Canada Security Message for U.S. Citizens:  Planned Demonstration January 8th, 2018 The U.S. Consulate in Calgary informs U.S. citizens of planned demonstrations at City Hall Plaza, across the street from the U.S. Consulate on January 8th, 2018, from approximately 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Local authorities are aware of the demonstration ... Read More»

By | 8 January, 2018 | Topics: Calgary, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags:

Message to U.S. Citizens: Improvements to Safety and Security Information – January 3, 2018

United States Embassy Ottawa, Canada Message to U.S. Citizens:  Improvements to Safety and Security Information January 3, 2018 On Wednesday, January 10, 2018, the Department of State will make changes to our safety and security information to make it easier to find, understand, and use. Travel Advisories will replace Travel Warnings and Travel Alerts.  Every ... Read More»

By | 3 January, 2018 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Citizen Services

Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson visits Ottawa

Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson traveled to Ottawa on December 19 at the invitation of Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Chrystia Freeland for his first official visit to Canada as Secretary of State. Discussions covered U.S.-Canadian coordination on a range of global and regional topics, including the threat posed by North Korea and the situation in Venezuela. Secretary Tillerson ... Read More»

By | 20 December, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags:

Remarks by Secretary of State Rex Tillerson with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland at a Press Availability

As delivered. FOREIGN MINISTER FREELAND: Okay. Hi, everybody. Great to see everyone here. Before I begin, I’d like to extend Canada’s thoughts and condolences to our American guests in light of the terrible train derailment in Washington state. We extend our sympathies to those who lost loved ones and wish a full and swift recovery to ... Read More»

By | 20 December, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags:

Remarks by Secretary of State Rex Tillerson to Mission Canada Personnel

As delivered. It wasn’t in my remarks to hit the button and make it go green. It’s green now. (Laughter.) Well, let me say again how much we appreciate – (laughter) – all of you and our folks across the countries in how you represent us and the important role you play across this vast ... Read More»

By | 20 December, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags:

Remarks by Ambassador Kelly Craft at the Symposium on the Korean Peninsula

As delivered. Good morning everyone!  First of all, let me thank Deputy Minister Shugart  and Ambassador Shin for inviting us to co-host this important symposium.  We are so pleased to join you as partners in this event today.  The current trends and events in East Asia have dominated the headlines of late, and for good ... Read More»

By | 12 December, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: ,

Security Message for U.S. Citizens in Calgary: Planned Demonstration December 9, 2017

The U.S. Consulate in Calgary informs U.S. citizens of planned demonstrations at City Hall Plaza and across the street from the U.S. Consulate on December 9, 2017, from approximately 2:00p.m. to 5:00p.m. Local authorities are aware of the demonstration and will be on site. Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate ... Read More»

By | 8 December, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages

Security Message for U.S. Citizens in Toronto:  Planned Demonstration December 9 and 10, 2017

United States Consulate General, Toronto Security Message for U.S. Citizens:  Planned Demonstration December 8, 2017 The U.S. Consulate General in Toronto informs U.S. citizens of demonstrations near the U.S. Consulate on December 9 and 10, 2017, from approximately 1:00pm.  Local authorities are aware of the demonstrations and will be on site. Even demonstrations intended to ... Read More»

By | 8 December, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Notification, Security & Emergency Messages, Toronto | Tags: ,

Security Message to U.S. Citizens in Ottawa – Planned Demonstration December 9 and 10, 2017

United States Embassy Ottawa, Canada Security Message for U.S. Citizens:  Planned Demonstration December 8, 2017 The U.S. Embassy in Ottawa informs U.S. citizens of demonstrations near the U.S. Embassy on Saturday, December 9, 2017, from approximately 14:00 to 16:00 and on Sunday, December 10, 2017 from 13:00 to 14:00.  Local authorities are aware of the ... Read More»

By | 8 December, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Notification, Ottawa, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: ,

Security Message for U.S. Citizens in Vancouver – Planned Demonstration December 8, 2017

United States Consulate General Vancouver, Canada Emergency Message for U.S. Citizens:  Planned Demonstration December 8, 2017 The U.S. Consulate in Vancouver informs U.S. citizens of a demonstration near the U.S. Consulate on December 8, 2017, from approximately 4:30pm to 6:30pm Pacific Time.  Local authorities are aware of the demonstration and will be on site. Even ... Read More»

By | 8 December, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Notification, Security & Emergency Messages, Vancouver | Tags: ,

Remarks by Ambassador Kelly Craft at the American Chamber of Commerce in Canada Christmas Reception

As prepared for delivery. Thank you, Rick for that kind introduction.  You read it just the way I wrote it, which I appreciate! Rick and his Chamber colleagues briefed me on my very first official trip to the Toronto consulate.  The American Chamber here is a WORKING chamber, and it deserves much of the credit ... Read More»

By | 8 December, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, Commercial Affairs, Economic Affairs, Key Officials, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Security Message for U.S. Citizens in Montreal: Planned Demonstration on Friday, December 8, 2017

Consulate General of the United States, Montreal, Canada Security Message for U.S. Citizens:  Planned Demonstration on Friday, December 8, 2017 December 7, 2017 The U.S. Consulate in Montreal informs U.S. citizens of a planned demonstration at the U.S. Consulate on Friday, December 8, 2017, from approximately 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Local authorities are aware ... Read More»

By | 7 December, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Montreal, News, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags:

U.S. Marines and Navy personnel deliver Christmas to the Ronald McDonald House

U.S. Embassy Ottawa’s United States Marine Corps detachment and U.S. Navy personnel will deliver some holiday spirit on December 15 to the children at Ottawa’s Ronald McDonald House, bringing gifts donated through the annual Toys for Tots campaign. U.S. Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft and her husband, Mr. Joe Craft, will take part in the ... Read More»

By | 7 December, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: ,

Worldwide Travel Caution

As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad.  This replaces the Worldwide Caution dated September ... Read More»

By | 7 December, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags:

Opening Remarks by Ambassador Kelly Craft at Contemporary Conversations

As prepared for delivery. Thank you, Marc, for that kind introduction. It is a great privilege for the U.S. Embassy to be neighbors with the National Gallery of Canada.  I was delighted to learn, in fact, that the glass tower on the north end of our Embassy’s roof is an homage to the shining glass ... Read More»

By | 1 December, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Ottawa, Public Affairs, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Welcome Remarks by Ambassador Kelly Craft at the “I Love New York” Reception

As Prepared for Delivery Welcome to our celebration of the great state of New York, one of the very special places in my country that the whole world knows. And, we hope, our friends in Canada will get to know even better! New York City, the Big Apple. Frank Sinatra famously sang that he wanted ... Read More»

By | 29 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Quebecer Selected to Take Part in 2017 Global Entrepreneurship Summit in India

November 27, 2017 Quebecer Selected to Take Part in 2017 Global Entrepreneurship Summit in India The United States Consulate General in Montreal is pleased to announce that Gabriel Bran Lopez, President and Founder of Montreal-based Youth Fusion, has been selected to attend the 2017 Global Entrepreneurship Summit. The United States and India will co-host the ... Read More»

By | 27 November, 2017 | Topics: Montreal, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Security Message for U.S. Citizens in Quebec City: Planned Demonstration November 25

The U.S. Consulate General informs U.S. citizens a demonstration is expected to take place in downtown Quebec on Saturday, November 25, between 11:00 and 15:00.  Local media has reported an anticipated a large crowd. Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence. You should avoid areas of demonstrations, and exercise ... Read More»

By | 24 November, 2017 | Topics: Quebec, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags:

Consul General Areias-Vogel travels to Northern Québec

Consul General Allison Areias-Vogel and colleagues from the U.S. Consulate General in Québec City traveled to Nunavik and Abitibi-Témiscamingue in northern Québec.  One of the main objectives of the visit was to explore areas for potential collaboration in economic, environmental, and social fields. In Nunavik, they met with officials including Mayor of Kuujjuaq Tunu Napartuk, ... Read More»

By | 23 November, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, News, Quebec

Stephen Wilkes to Unveil Commemorative Work for Canada 150 and Launch Third Contemporary Conversations Series

The Embassy of the United States in Ottawa, in partnership with the National Gallery of Canada (NGC), is pleased to welcome renowned American artist Stephen Wilkes for the unveiling of a special work commemorating Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation, opening the third edition of Contemporary Conversations on November 30. Read More»

By | 22 November, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: ,

Trilateral Statement on the Conclusion of the Fifth Round of NAFTA Negotiations

Trilateral Statement on the Conclusion of the Fifth Round of NAFTA Negotiations Mexico City, Mexico – Today in Mexico City, the negotiating teams of Mexico, Canada, and the United States, concluded the Fifth Round of the renegotiation and modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), gathering nearly 30 negotiating groups. In response to ... Read More»

By | 22 November, 2017 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Key Officials, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: , ,

U.S. Consulate General Québec City commemorates WWII airplane crash at Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan

Remembering a day of tragedy and heroism, U.S. Consul General Allison Areias Vogel unveiled a plaque to commemorate a plane crash in Québec 75 years ago. On November 2, 1942, PBY Catalina, a U.S. Army Air Forces amphibious plane, was lost off the Canadian coast near the village of Longue-Pointe-de-Mingan.  Nine crew members were on ... Read More»

By | 20 November, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Events, News, Quebec, U.S. & Canada

Ambassador Kelly Craft meets with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau

November 3, 2017 For Immediate Release Ambassador Kelly Craft meets with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau U.S. Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft met with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau today in Ottawa.  In this initial meeting, the Prime Minister and Ambassador Craft discussed key issues in the extensive and productive U.S.-Canada relationship.  Ambassador Craft expressed her ... Read More»

By | 3 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: ,

U.S. Embassy Ottawa Welcomes Ambassador Kelly Craft to Canada

United States Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft presented her letters of credence to Governor General of Canada Julie Payette on October 23 at Rideau Hall. We are pleased to offer an introductory video about Ambassador Craft and her background for Canadians to get to know her. You can find the video on our Facebook page and YouTube channel . ... Read More»

By | 24 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Key Officials, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, Video | Tags:

Toronto Consulate Hosts Allies Against Human Trafficking Webchat

Human trafficking continues to be an under-reported crime that knows no borders and affects all countries including the United States and Canada, with over 24 million victims. In recent years, the private sector has joined government efforts to identify and combat human trafficking, or modern slavery.  Growing awareness within the tourism, transportation, financial and technology ... Read More»

By | 24 October, 2017 | Topics: News, Toronto | Tags:

Statement by Ambassador Kelly Craft following presentation of her Letters of Credence

October 23, 2017 Statement by Ambassador Kelly Craft following presentation of her Letters of Credence As Delivered Good morning Ladies and Gentlemen I am honored to be here in this historic place, to present my letters of credence to Governor General Julie Payette.  I am grateful for the kind welcome the Governor General has extended ... Read More»

By | 23 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Ambassador–Designate Kelly Craft to present Letters of Credence to Governor General Julie Payette

October 19, 2017 For Immediate Release Ambassador–designate Kelly Craft to present Letters of Credence to Governor General Julie Payette OTTAWA – The Embassy of the United States of America is pleased to share in the announcement that Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, will receive Ambassador-designate Kelly Craft’s letters of ... Read More»

By | 19 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: , ,

Trilateral Statement on the Conclusion of the Fourth Round of NAFTA Negotiations

Washington, DC – Today, United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland, and Mexican Secretary of the Economy Ildefonso Guajardo successfully concluded the fourth round of the renegotiation and modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The round took place in Arlington, Virginia, from October 11-17, 2017, covering seven ... Read More»

By | 18 October, 2017 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: , ,

Statement by Chargé d’Affaires Aubin on Canadian assistance to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands

October 13, 2017 For Immediate Release Statement by Chargé d’Affaires Aubin on Canadian assistance to Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands We are grateful to the Government of Canada for its continued support to the people of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands following Hurricane Maria.  Recognizing the water and resource needs following ... Read More»

By | 13 October, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: , , ,

Remarks by President Trump and Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada Before Bilateral Meeting

PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you all very much. I very much appreciate it. We are here with a man who has become a friend of mine, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mrs. Trudeau. Thank you so much. Appreciate it. And we are discussing many things, including NAFTA. But we have discussions scheduled for quite a few ... Read More»

By | 11 October, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, News, President of the United States, U.S. & Canada | Tags: , , ,

Canadian to Participate in #HiddenNoMore U.S. Exchange Program on Empowering Women Leaders in STEM

The United States Embassy in Ottawa is pleased to announce that Canadian Indigenous youth rights advocate Madelynn Slade will visit Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from October 9 to 27, as part of an exchange program to explore challenges and opportunities related to empowering women leaders in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). The ... Read More»

By | 5 October, 2017 | Topics: Education, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Science & Tech, Vancouver | Tags:

U.S. Exhibits Celebrate 150 Years of Friendship with Canada

October 2, 2017 For Immediate Release U.S. Exhibits Celebrate 150 Years of Friendship with Canada WINNIPEG — To celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation, the U.S. Consulate Winnipeg is presenting two exhibitions that emphasize the depth and importance of the U.S.-Canada relationship. The exhibits are on display at the Manitoba Museum until October 15, 2017. ... Read More»

By | 2 October, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, News, Press Releases, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada, Winnipeg | Tags:

Statement by White House Press Secretary on the Terror Attacks in Edmonton

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 1, 2017 Statement by the Press Secretary on the Terror Attacks in Edmonton, Canada We condemn the cowardly terror attacks on a police officer and pedestrians that occurred late last night in Edmonton, Canada.  Law enforcement authorities from the United States are in touch with their Canadian counterparts to offer assistance ... Read More»

By | 2 October, 2017 | Topics: News, U.S. & Canada

US Citizens: Notice Regarding Social Security Services

United States Embassy Ottawa, Canada Notice Regarding Social Security Services September 29, 2017 The Social Security Administration (SSA) has consolidated its overseas operations and will no longer be offering social security assistance through the United States Embassy or Consulates in Canada.  Effective October 1, 2017, individuals residing in Canada who require social security services or ... Read More»

By | 29 September, 2017 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: ,

Quebec City U.S. Consul General Areias Vogel leads Alaskan Delegation at the Nunavut Trade Show

The U.S. Consul General in Quebec City, Allison Areias Vogel, recently traveled to Iqaluit to lead the first Alaskan delegation participating in the Nunavut Trade Show.  The show brings together government, Inuit organizations, Nunavut and Southern businesses, investors, and entrepreneurs. The U.S. Consulate in Quebec City also hosted a booth at the trade show to ... Read More»

By | 28 September, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Quebec, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada | Tags: , ,

Trilateral Statement on the Conclusion of the Third Round of NAFTA Negotiations

Ottawa, Canada – Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland, Mexican Secretary of the Economy Ildefonso Guajardo, and United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer today successfully concluded the third round of the renegotiation and modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The round took place in Ottawa, Canada from September 23 to 27, 2017.  Negotiators ... Read More»

By | 27 September, 2017 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

First Lady Melania Trump Greets U.S. Athletes at the 2017 Invictus Games in Toronto, Canada

On September 23, 2017, First Lady of the United States Melania Trump and a Presidential delegation greeted United States Invictus Games competitors and their friends and families at a reception honoring the participants. The reception was co- hosted by the U.S. Consulate General in Toronto and the Fisher House Foundation. Read More»

By | 23 September, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, Key Officials, News, President of the United States, Press Releases, Toronto | Tags: ,

U.S. Consul Anthony R. Pagliai Begins Posting in Winnipeg

Tuesday, September 19, 2017 For Immediate Release U.S. Consul Anthony Pagliai Begins Posting in Winnipeg   Anthony (Tony) Pagliai arrived in Winnipeg to assume the post of Consul and Principal Officer at the United States Consulate. His primary responsibility is to advance the interests and goals of the United States to the people of Manitoba, and ... Read More»

By | 19 September, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, Winnipeg

Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Aubin at the U.S.–Canada Interparliamentary Group Meeting

It is always a great pleasure to speak about the U.S. – Canada relationship and I’m particularly happy to do so here in Windsor, Ontario.  I’m very happy to be here with Consul General Doug George.  The border crossings linking Windsor and Detroit are the busiest North American crossings in terms of volume of trade.  ... Read More»

By | 15 September, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Worldwide Travel Caution

As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad.  This replaces the Worldwide Caution dated March ... Read More»

By | 14 September, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: ,

Security Message for U.S. Citizens in Montreal: Planned Demonstration at US. Consulate General – Updated

The U.S. Consulate General informs U.S. citizens there is a planned demonstration on Wednesday, September 13, 2017, taking place in front of the Consulate. The demonstrators are planning to meet at noon at Dorchester Square. They will march down René-Lévesque Est and stop in front of the U.S. Consulate for approximately 10 minutes. They will ... Read More»

By | 13 September, 2017 | Topics: Montreal, Security & Emergency Messages

Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Aubin at Luncheon in honor of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly Delegation Visit to Canada

Bonjour and Bienvenue a l’Ambassade des États-Unis. Welcome to the Embassy of the United States! We welcome in particular those of you who have traveled from all corners of the Alliance to take part in this week’s “We Are NATO” program in Canada. And a special thank you to Robert Baines and the NATO Association ... Read More»

By | 12 September, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, Political Affairs, Security & Counterterrorism, Speeches | Tags: , , ,

U.S. Consul General Robert W. Thomas Begins Posting in Montreal

Monday, September 11, 2017 For Immediate Release U.S. Consul General Robert W. Thomas Begins Posting in Montreal   Robert W. Thomas begins his three-year posting as the United States Consul General in Montreal this week. A career diplomat, Mr. Thomas served in Mexico, Cote d’Ivoire, Canada (Toronto), and in Mauritania.  He most recently directed the 24/7 ... Read More»

By | 11 September, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Montreal, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Remarks by Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Aubin at the Fulbright Orientation Reception

Good evening, everyone, and a big thank you to Fulbright Canada for hosting us this evening. Tonight is a celebration of discovering new friends, colleagues, and opportunities … but if you don’t mind, I’d like to take just a couple of moments for more serious reflection. We have all seen the tragic trail of destruction ... Read More»

By | 11 September, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Education, Scholarships and Exchanges, Speeches | Tags: , , ,

Trilateral Statement on the Conclusion of the Second Round of NAFTA Negotiations

  Washington, DC – On September 5, 2017, United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland and Mexican Secretary of the Economy Ildefonso Guajardo concluded the second round of the renegotiation and modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) in Mexico City, Mexico. This concluded five days of meetings ... Read More»

By | 6 September, 2017 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Press Releases, Trade, U.S. & Canada

Security Message for U.S. Citizens in Calgary: Planned Demonstration September 2, 2017

The U.S. Consulate General Calgary informs U.S. citizens of demonstrations scheduled to take place outside of Calgary City Hall on Saturday, Sept. 2, 2017 from approximately 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. A visible police presence with street closures and traffic congestion is likely.  The Consulate has advised its employees to avoid the area during the ... Read More»

By | 1 September, 2017 | Topics: Calgary, Security & Emergency Messages

Statement by Chargé d’Affaires Aubin on offer of Canadian Assistance

September 1, 2017 For Immediate Release   “As President Trump said yesterday, the United States is grateful to the government and people of Canada for its timely and helpful offers of support.  At this time, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and Public Safety Canada are in close coordination.  FEMA will continue to work with ... Read More»

By | 1 September, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Canada

Students on Ice Participants Return from Arctic Expedition

U.S. Embassy Ottawa was pleased to welcome participants of the 2017 Students on Ice expedition back to Ottawa on August 23, 2017. Public Affairs staff caught up with the Embassy’s sponsored students and educator over breakfast. The conversation was engaging and inspiring. Also, there was bacon. Students on Ice gives youth a well-rounded and formative ... Read More»

By | 25 August, 2017 | Topics: Education, Ottawa, Our Ocean, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada

Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Demonstrations in Vancouver

The U.S. Consulate General informs U.S. citizens that demonstrations and rallies by groups including “Worldwide Coalition Against Islam” and “Stand Up to Racism” are expected to take place in metro Vancouver, near Vancouver City Hall (453 West 12th Avenue) between 12:45 and 4:00pm on Saturday, August 19, 2017. Read More»

By | 18 August, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages, Vancouver

Canadian experts to participate in U.S. exchange program on sustainably growing the “Blue Economy”

Canadian experts in environmental policy and conservation will visit Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from August 14 to 23 as participants in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) on the oceans and their economic viability. The participants will explore the challenge of sustainably growing the “blue economy.” Read More»

By | 9 August, 2017 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Events, Fisheries & Marine Issues, Halifax, News, Policy, Press Releases, Quebec, Toronto, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver | Tags:

U.S. Ships in Québec City for Rendez-Vous Naval 2017

This year, the traditional 4th of July celebrations of the U.S. Consulate General in Québec City were uniquely significant, as they took place aboard two U.S. ships on an official visit to Québec as part of the city’s much-anticipated Rendez-Vous Naval 2017. The USS Jason Dunham and the USCGC Eagle moored in the Old Port ... Read More»

By | 1 August, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Culture, Events, Quebec, U.S. & Canada

Arctic Speaker Dr. Michael Sfraga Meets his Canadian Counterparts in Toronto and Waterloo

On July 25-26, 2017, the U.S. Consulate General in Toronto hosted Dr. Michael Sfraga, Director of the Polar Initiative at the Woodrow Wilson Center, as part of the U.S. Department of State’s Speaker Program. During his visit, Dr. Sfraga met with Canadian counterparts to discuss a variety of issues related to the Arctic and to ... Read More»

By | 29 July, 2017 | Topics: News, The Arctic, Toronto

First Lady Melania Trump to Lead the United States Delegation to the 2017 Invictus Games in Toronto, Canada

The Office of First Lady is today announcing that First Lady Melania Trump will lead the United States delegation in support of the 90 American athletes slated to compete at the Invictus Games in Toronto, Canada, from September 23 to 30, 2017. More than 550 wounded servicemen and women from 17 allied nations are expected ... Read More»

By | 27 July, 2017 | Topics: Culture, Events, Featured Event, News, Press Releases, Toronto

Young Canadian leaders travel to United States as Youth Ambassadors

Media Advisory July 18, 2017 For immediate release Young Canadian leaders travel to United States as Youth Ambassadors The U.S. Embassy, in conjunction with the State University of New York (SUNY) College at Plattsburgh and Fulbright Canada, is pleased to announce the selection of 18 outstanding Canadian youth community leaders and two Canadian adult educators ... Read More»

By | 18 July, 2017 | Topics: Alumni, Calgary, Education, Events, Halifax, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Quebec, Toronto, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver

Consul Chris Gunning’s interview with Steve Schuster

Following the U.S. Consulate Winnipeg’s Independence Day celebration at Shaw Park on June 30, Consul Chris Gunning was invited to speak on the Goldeye’s radio broadcast about his time in Manitoba.  Consul Gunning is a big baseball fan, and was really pleased and honored to speak with the voice of the Goldeyes, Steve Schuster.  Here’s ... Read More»

By | 10 July, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Events, News, U.S. & Canada, Winnipeg | Tags:

Toronto Consulate Celebrates U.S. Independence and Canada’s 150th Anniversary

On July 6, 2017, the US Consulate General in Toronto brought together American and Canadian honorable guests, friends and colleagues to celebrate U.S. Independence Day and Canada’s 150th Anniversary at the Hockey Hall of Fame. “This is a noteworthy and remarkable year for our two nations, brought together as friends, as much by history as by ... Read More»

By | 9 July, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Events, News, Toronto, U.S. & Canada

American Gifts for a Canadian Birthday: The U.S. Mission to Canada Tells a Story of Friendship to Honor 150 Years

"Canada 150" is the talk of the country in 2017. To mark the occasion, the U.S. Mission to Canada designed two bilingual exhibits that are touring the country over the course of the year. "Northern Stars" chronicles 150 years of U.S.-Canadian relations. Read More»

By | 5 July, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Calgary, Chargé D’Affaires, Culture, Events, Halifax, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs, Quebec, Toronto, Vancouver, Winnipeg | Tags:

President Trump sends Canada Day message to the Governor General

June 30, 2017 For Immediate Release President Donald J. Trump sent the following message to His Excellency The Right Honorable David Johnston, congratulating Canada on the 150th Anniversary of Confederation: “My warmest wishes go out to the people of Canada in celebration of the 150th anniversary of your National Day on July 1. “The United ... Read More»

By | 30 June, 2017 | Topics: Events, News, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: ,

Toronto Hosts U.S. and Canadian Academic Institutions Cross-border Collaboration Meeting

On June 23rd, the U.S. Consulate General in Toronto organized a day-long collaboration meeting for 40 U.S. and Canada academic representatives. The event was hosted by McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario. The idea for this meeting was developed in partnership with Scott Clerk (University of Ontario Institute of Technology) and Ni Jadon (McMaster University) who ... Read More»

By | 23 June, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Education, News, Toronto, U.S. & Canada

U.S. Embassy to host Fourth of July Celebration in Ottawa

For Immediate Release 06/20/2017 OTTAWA – The U.S. Embassy Ottawa will host the annual Fourth of July Independence Day celebration ( #July4Canada and #4juilletCA ) in Ottawa on Tuesday, July 4, 2017, from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. on the grounds of Lornado, the U.S. Ambassador’s Residence. Guests will be admitted by invitation only. This year’s event, themed ... Read More»

By | 20 June, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, Featured Event, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: ,

The U.S. Consulate General in Quebec Celebrates Canada’s 150th Anniversary

To mark Canada’s 150th anniversary of the founding of Confederation, the U.S. Consulate General in Quebec City hosted a dual exhibit entitled Northern Stars and Eyes on the Arctic. Celebrating 150 years of friendship between the United States and Canada, the exhibit was displayed at old Quebec’s historic Post Office from May to June and ... Read More»

By | 19 June, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Featured Event, News, Quebec

Readout of President Donald J. Trump’s Call with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada

June 16, 2017 President Donald J. Trump spoke today with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada to address various aspects of the strong bilateral relationship between their two countries. President Trump commended Prime Minister Trudeau for Canada’s recent announcement that it will increase military spending by 70 percent over the next decade. President Trump underscored ... Read More»

By | 17 June, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: ,

Canadian Delegation Gearing Up for SelectUSA Investment Summit

Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Aubin today announced that 53 companies from a variety of industries across Canada will be travelling to Washington D.C. to participate in the SelectUSA Investment Summit (Summit), June 18-20. Read More»

By | 16 June, 2017 | Topics: Business, Chargé D’Affaires, Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, Doing Business in the U.S., Economic Affairs, Events, News, Press Releases, Trade, U.S. & Canada

President Donald J. Trump Announces his Intent to Nominate Kelly Knight Craft of Kentucky to be U.S. Ambassador to Canada

June 14, 2017 President Donald J. Trump today announced his intent to nominate Kelly Knight Craft of Kentucky to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to Canada. Ms. Kelly Craft heads Kelly G. Knight LLC, a business advisory firm based in Lexington. She also currently serves on the University of Kentucky ... Read More»

By | 15 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada

The U.S. Consulate General Quebec celebrates Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation

  “This year, Canada celebrates its 150th anniversary of Confederation. We join you in honoring this moment while remembering our longstanding ties. The United States and Canada share more than just a border, we share a common history and a set of values. We enjoy the world’s largest bilateral relationship, and a unique and special ... Read More»

By | 14 June, 2017 | Topics: Events, News, Quebec, U.S. & Canada, Video

U.S. Exchange Program pairs Canadian Experts with U.S. Counterparts to Heal the Wounds of Human Trafficking

Canadian professionals in the fields of disability services, victim advocacy, and law enforcement will visit Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from June 19 to July 7 as participants in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). Read More»

By | 13 June, 2017 | Topics: Education, Events, Montreal, News, Quebec, Toronto, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver | Tags:

United States Secretary of the Treasury Meets With Canadian Ministers and Parliamentarians

United States Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin met with his Canadian counterpart Finance Minister Bill Morneau and a number of Canadian Ministers and parliamentarians today, on his first visit to Canada as Secretary. Read More»

By | 9 June, 2017 | Topics: Border Issues, Business, Chargé D’Affaires, Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, Economic Affairs, Events, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Aubin delivers remarks at the SEUS-CP conference

This year’s successful 10th anniversary Southeastern United States-Canadian Provinces (SEUS-CP) annual conference was hosted in Toronto by the Ontario Government on June 4-6. Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Aubin delivered remarks at the conference and participated in several meetings, including meetings with Agriculture Secretary Perdue, Canadian Agriculture Minister Lawrence MacAulay and Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne. The conference focused ... Read More»

By | 8 June, 2017 | Topics: Agriculture, Chargé D’Affaires, Economic Affairs, News, Toronto, U.S. & Canada

Toronto Consulate Launches U.S.-Canada Toronto Alumni Advisory Council

As part of U.S. Consulate General Toronto’s ongoing efforts to expand engagement with Department of State exchange alumni, the Consulate launched the U.S. – Canada Toronto Alumni Advisory Council at the Consul General Juan Alsace’s residence on June 2, 2017. Comprising 12 alumni in total, the Council includes former participants from the International Visitor Leadership ... Read More»

By | 5 June, 2017 | Topics: Alumni, Consul General, News, Toronto, U.S. & Canada

Happy 150th, Canada!

In commemoration of Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation, the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa is featuring congratulatory messages from governors of U.S. states bordering Canada in an exhibit now available for public viewing on the U.S. Embassy’s Mackenzie Avenue outer fence. The exhibit will be on display from June 2 until the first week of July. Read More»

By | 2 June, 2017 | Topics: Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada | Tags: ,

Embassy features congratulatory messages from U.S. Governors on Canada’s 150th anniversary

In commemoration of Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation, the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa is featuring congratulatory messages from governors of U.S. states bordering Canada in an exhibit now available for public viewing on the U.S. Embassy’s Mackenzie Avenue outer fence. Read More»

By | 1 June, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Secretary Tillerson Meets With Canadian Foreign Minister Freeland and Mexican Foreign Secretary Videgaray

U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson hosted a working breakfast this morning with Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Chrystia Freeland and Mexico’s Secretary of Foreign Relations Luis Videgaray at the Department of State in Washington, D.C. Read More»

By | 31 May, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada | Tags: ,

Embassy joins local government partners to open newest spoke in Ottawa’s cycling network

On Friday, May 19, U.S. Mission to Canada Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Moore Aubin attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by Mayor of Ottawa Jim Watson to open the Mackenzie Avenue Cycling Lane to the public. Chargé Aubin and Mayor Watson were joined by Dr. Mark Kristmanson, CEO of the National Capital Commission, and Nathalie Des Rosiers, ... Read More»

By | 19 May, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Environment, Events, Key Officials, News, Ottawa | Tags: , , , ,

Department of Commerce Initiates Investigation of Imports of Civil Aircraft from Canada

Today, U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross announced the initiation of new antidumping (AD) and countervailing duty (CVD) investigations to determine whether imports of 100- to 150-seat civil aircraft (civil aircraft) from Canada are being unfairly dumped in the United States, and whether Canadian producers are receiving alleged unfair subsidies. Read More»

By | 18 May, 2017 | Topics: Exclude, News, Trade, U.S. & Canada

Secretary Tillerson and Secretary Mattis meet with Minister Freeland and Minister Sajjan

Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Secretary of Defense James Mattis recently hosted Canadian Ministers Chrystia Freeland and Harjit Sajjan in Washington for policy discussions at the Department of State. Read More»

By | 16 May, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada | Tags: ,

U.S. Embassy Ottawa honors Canadian Armed Forces members in awards ceremony

On May 5, the United States Mission to Canada had the opportunity to thank 11 Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members for their exceptional service to the United States military and United States military operations at an awards ceremony at the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa. Read More»

By | 9 May, 2017 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism | Tags: , ,

Special Presidential Envoy for Global Coalition to Counter ISIS visits Ottawa

Special Presidential Envoy for the Global Coalition to Counter ISIS Brett McGurk visited Ottawa today for senior-level discussions with Canadian officials including Minister of Foreign Affairs Chrystia Freeland, Minister of National Defense Harjit Sajjan, and National Security Advisor Daniel Jean. Read More»

By | 13 April, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: , ,

CBP Offers Tips to Expedite Cross-Border Travel during Busy Easter Weekend

U.S. Customs and Border Protection is reminding travelers that there will be increased traffic volumes associated with Good Friday and Easter weekend beginning April 14; however there are a number of tips to help expedite cross-border travel. Read More»

By | 11 April, 2017 | Topics: Border Issues, Calgary, Halifax, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Quebec, Toronto, Travel & Tourism, Vancouver, Winnipeg | Tags:

Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Planned Demonstration in Ottawa

The U.S. Embassy in Ottawa informs U.S. citizens of a possible demonstration near the U.S. Embassy on the MacKenzie Avenue side on April 8, 2017, from approximately 12:00 to 2:30 p.m. Public Order officials are aware of the demonstration and will be on site. Read More»

By | 7 April, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Ottawa, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags:

Chargé d’Affaires Aubin celebrates 38 years of the California Wine Fair in Canada!

On March 31, U.S. Embassy Ottawa’s Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Aubin Moore joined trade representatives, media and consumers in celebrating the newest and best vintages of more than 75 California wineries at the California Wine Fair Ottawa, hosted by The Wine Institute. Read More»

By | 4 April, 2017 | Topics: Agriculture, Business, Chargé D’Affaires, Economic Affairs, Events, Featured Event, News, Ottawa, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags:

Secretary Tillerson Intervention Remarks to NATO Foreign Ministerial

Republished from www.state.gov .  Good morning, Secretary General and my fellow ministers, and thank you for the opportunity to speak. Let me be very clear at the outset of my remarks: the U.S. commitment to NATO is strong and this Alliance remains the bedrock for transatlantic security. This Alliance was forged from the ashes of World ... Read More»

By | 31 March, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Security & Counterterrorism, Speeches, U.S. Agencies | Tags: , ,

President Donald J. Trump Signs an Executive Order Establishing the President’s Commission on Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis

Republished from www.whitehouse.gov . On March 29, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order establishing the President’s Commission on Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis. The Commission will be chaired by Governor Chris Christie and will study ways to combat and treat the scourge of drug abuse, addiction, and the opioid crisis, which was ... Read More»

By | 31 March, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, Policy, President of the United States | Tags: ,

U.S. Coast Guard to offload approximately 16 tons of cocaine in Port Everglades

Thanks to the joint efforts of U.S. Coast Guard crews, Canadian crews and interagency partners, U.S. Coast Guard Cutter James is scheduled to offload approximately 16 tons of cocaine Tuesday in Port Everglades worth an estimated $420 million wholesale seized in international waters off the Eastern Pacific Ocean. Read More»

By | 28 March, 2017 | Topics: News, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies, Western Hemisphere | Tags:

Issuance of Presidential Permit to TransCanada for Keystone XL Pipeline

The Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs has issued a Presidential permit to TransCanada Keystone Pipeline, L.P. (“TransCanada”) authorizing TransCanada to construct, connect, operate, and maintain pipeline facilities at the U.S.-Canadian border in Phillips County, Montana for the importation of crude oil. Read More»

By | 24 March, 2017 | Topics: Energy, News, Ottawa | Tags:

Consulate Toronto Speaker Bureau visits area schools

The U.S. Consulate Toronto’s Speakers Bureau Program continues to serve as an effective platform which allows the U.S. diplomats to engage high-school students in Ontario in discussions. During the visits, the themes of speeches and presentations vary from American culture, sports, history to economics, foreign policy and international relations as well as mutual values and ... Read More»

By | 11 March, 2017 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Education, News, Toronto, Travel & Tourism | Tags: , ,

Joint Statement by Homeland Security Secretary Kelly and Canadian Public Safety Minister Goodale

Today, the Honorable Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, met with the Honorable John Kelly, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, during his first trip to Canada as Secretary and they made the following statement. Read More»

By | 10 March, 2017 | Topics: Border Issues, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Sections & Offices, Security & Counterterrorism, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: , , ,

U.S. Exhibits Celebrate 150 Years of Friendship with Canada

As Canada celebrates the 150th anniversary of Confederation, the U.S. Consulate General in Toronto presents two photographic exhibitions Northern Stars and Eyes on the Arctic.  The exhibitions are free and open to the general public.  The bilingual, multimedia displays showcase the historic relationship between the United States and Canada, our shared Arctic heritage, and U.S.-Canada cooperation ... Read More»

By | 9 March, 2017 | Topics: American Spaces, Art & Culture, Consul General, Culture, Education, Events, Featured Event, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Toronto, U.S. & Canada | Tags: , ,

DHS Secretary Kelly’s Upcoming Trip to Canada

On Friday, March 10, Secretary of Homeland Security John Kelly will travel to Ottawa, Canada, where he will participate in bilateral meetings with multiple Canadian ministers to discuss U.S.-Canada collaboration across the broad spectrum of the DHS portfolio. Read More»

By | 8 March, 2017 | Topics: Border Issues, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: ,

Worldwide Caution

As part of the Department of State’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about safety and security events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions, political violence, and criminal activity against U.S. citizens and interests abroad. Read More»

By | 6 March, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags:

Empowering Female Leaders

President Trump promised to make women’s empowerment a priority. Earlier this week, President Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau took the first steps toward making that a reality by creating the United States-Canada Council for Advancement of Women Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders. “In order to create economic growth and lots of very good, well-paying jobs, ... Read More»

By | 16 February, 2017 | Topics: Business, Economic Affairs, Key Officials, News, Policy, President of the United States, U.S. & Canada | Tags: , , , , ,

Foreign Agricultural Service Celebrates 150 Years of U.S.-Canadian Agricultural Partnership

Yesterday, the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service hosted a sensational reception at the National Capital Commission (NCC)’s International Pavilion celebrating 150 years of agricultural friendship between the United States and Canada. In her opening remarks, U.S. Embassy Ottawa Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Aubin Moore reinforced that farmers on both sides of the U.S. Canada border are committed ... Read More»

By | 14 February, 2017 | Topics: Agriculture, Art & Culture, Chargé D’Affaires, Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs, Trade, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies, Western Hemisphere | Tags:

Readout of Secretary Mattis’ Meetings with Canadian Minister of National Defence Harjit Sajjan

Secretary Mattis and Minister Sajjan reaffirmed the U.S.-Canada defense relationship, emphasizing their commitments to NORAD and continental defense, and agreeing to deepen cooperation to protect North America. Read More»

By | 7 February, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: , , , , , , , , , , ,

Secretary of Defense James Mattis’ Call with Canada Minister of National Defence Harjit Sajjan

Secretary of Defense James Mattis spoke this morning via telephone with Canadian Minister of National Defence Harjit Sajjan in Secretary Mattis' first telephone conversation with a defense counterpart since being confirmed as secretary of defense on Jan. 20. Read More»

By | 24 January, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: , ,

Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Planned Demonstrations in Montreal

United States Consulate General Montreal, Canada Security Message for U.S. Citizens:  Planned Demonstrations in Montreal January 19, 2016 The U.S. Consulate General informs U.S. citizens that several demonstrations are expected to take place in downtown Montreal on Friday, January 20, and Saturday, January 21, 2017. At 11:00 am on Friday, January 20, a group of ... Read More»

By | 19 January, 2017 | Topics: Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Montreal, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services

Elizabeth Moore Aubin Becomes Chargé d’Affaires at U.S. Embassy

January 18, 2017 Ambassador Bruce Heyman departed Canada today, ending his tenure as U.S. Ambassador.  Effective immediately and pending the appointment and arrival of a new ambassador, Deputy Chief of Mission Elizabeth Moore Aubin will serve as Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Ms. Aubin began her tenure as the Deputy Chief of Mission in May 2016.  Previously, ... Read More»

By | 18 January, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Chargé D’Affaires, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: , , ,

United States-Canada Joint Arctic Leaders’ Statement

President Obama and Prime Minister Trudeau are proud to launch actions ensuring a strong, sustainable and viable Arctic economy and ecosystem. Read More»

By | 20 December, 2016 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Energy, Environment, Fisheries & Marine Issues, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Ottawa, Policy, Science & Tech, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags: , , ,

Travel Advisory: Christmas, New Year’s

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Office of Field Operations is reminding travelers planning trips across the border into the United States this holiday season to plan ahead and anticipate increased traffic volumes. Border traffic volumes are expected to significantly increase during the upcoming holiday weekends.  All travelers are reminded of a few simple steps ... Read More»

By | 20 December, 2016 | Topics: Border Issues, Exclude, News, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Canada, Winnipeg | Tags:

Statement by Secretary Johnson on Congressional Support for Preclearance Expansion with Canada

I applaud Congress for passing the Promoting Travel, Commerce, and National Security Act of 2016 on December 10. This legislation enables us to implement the critical 2015 United States and Canada Agreement on Land, Rail, Marine, and Air Transport Preclearance (LRMA). Read More»

By | 19 December, 2016 | Topics: Border Issues, Key Officials, News, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: , , , , ,

U.S. Marines and Navy bring HO-HO-HOliday spirit to the Ronald McDonald House

Christmas came early this year for more than a dozen families staying at Ronald McDonald House Ottawa – all thanks to the United States Marine Corps detachment and U.S. Navy personnel from the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa. The Marines and sailors delivered more than 200 gifts this morning, with the help of U.S. Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman, CTV ... Read More»

By | 15 December, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Featured Event, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: ,

The United States and Canada: The Strength of Partnership

"Our exceptional and unique ties are rooted in a common border that stretches for 5,525 miles, over 200 years of closely interwoven history and culture, our largest economic relationship worldwide, our similar values." Read More»

By | 13 December, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Border Issues, Economic Affairs, Energy, Environment, News, The Arctic, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: ,

Media Advisory: U.S. Marines and Navy personnel bring Christmas to Ronald McDonald House

U.S. Embassy Ottawa’s United States Marine Corps detachment and U.S. Navy personnel will brighten the holiday season for children at Ottawa’s Ronald McDonald House by bringing them gifts donated through its annual Toys for Tots campaign. Read More»

By | 12 December, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Exclude, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs | Tags: ,

Ambassador Heyman’s Opening Remarks at the SelectUSA Canada Conference

"Because the Summit has proven so popular, particularly among Quebec companies, we decided to conclude 2016 by organizing the U.S. Mission to Canada's largest U.S. investment promotion event in Montreal!" Read More»

By | 6 December, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, Doing Business in the U.S., Montreal, News, Speeches, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: , ,

PTSD Speaker Dr. Hayden Duggan in Toronto

On November 28-29, the U.S. Consulate General in Toronto hosted a two-day program with U.S. speaker expert Dr. Hayden Duggan to discuss and draw attention to Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and trauma, combat, and stress-related mental health issues, including vicarious trauma, among police, social service providers, medical and military communities across the city of Toronto. ... Read More»

By | 30 November, 2016 | Topics: News, Toronto | Tags:

International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women

John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC November 25, 2016 On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the United States reaffirms our belief that gender-based violence is never acceptable, that women and girls have the right to live free from violence, and that countries are stronger when homes, neighborhoods, and communities ... Read More»

By | 25 November, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Human Rights, Key Officials, News, Press Releases | Tags: