Message to U.S. Citizens in Canada: Current Passport Renewal Procedures - U.S. citizens should be aware that passport services are restricted due to public health measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 7 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism, U.S. Citizen Services
Message to U.S. Citizens in Canada: New Restrictions on Passenger Vessels - April 6, 2020
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Security & Emergency Messages, Travel & Tourism, U.S. Citizen Services
Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with Canadian Foreign Minister François-Philippe Champagne.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 April, 2020 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Health Alert, U.S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada - International commercial flight options currently exist in Canada. U.S. citizens who wish to return to the United States should make arrangements as soon as possible unless they are prepared to remain abroad for an indefinite period.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 3 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 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 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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 31 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Emergency Services, U.S. Citizen Services
Message to U.S. Citizens in Canada: COVID-19 and Transportation in Canada
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Emergency Services, U.S. Citizen Services
Message to U.S. Citizens in Canada: Summary of COVID-19 Situation in Canada - March 27, 2020
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 27 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Emergency Services, U.S. Citizen Services
The U.S. Embassy and Consulate Generals are monitoring the current situation in Canada and continue to provide emergency services to U.S. citizens.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Emergency Services, U.S. Citizen Services
Message to U.S. Citizens in Canada: COVID-19 Information (March 25, 2020)
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 25 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Emergency Services, U.S. Citizen Services
March 21, 2020 - The United States will temporarily limit inbound land border crossings from Canada and Mexico to “essential travel”.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 March, 2020 | Topics: Border Issues, Consular Affairs, Economic Affairs, Fact Sheets, News, Ottawa, Policy, Trade, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Citizen Services
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States and Canada are temporarily restricting all non-essential travel across its borders.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: Border Issues, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Trade, U.S. & Canada
By U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, News, Notification
Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with Canadian Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland to discuss how the United States and Canada can work together to prevent further COVID-19 transmissions.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 March, 2020 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
As of March 17, 2020, the United States Embassy and all Consulates General in Canada are cancelling all routine immigrant and nonimmigrant visa appointments.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 16 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Notification
The government of Canada has implemented enhanced screening and quarantine measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Travelers should be prepared for travel restrictions to be put into effect with little or no advance notice.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert
The United States and Canada concluded the ninth round of negotiations to modernize the Columbia River Treaty regime in Washington, District of Columbia
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 March, 2020 | Topics: Environment, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver
By U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 March, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude
Assistant to the President and Special Representative for International Telecommunications Policy Rob Blair visited Ottawa on March 9, 2020.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 March, 2020 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo held a productive call today with Canadian Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 March, 2020 | Topics: Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
This initiative is a multinational approach to best practices for handling the key energy minerals necessary for the impending global energy transformation.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 2 March, 2020 | Topics: Energy, News, Press Releases, Toronto, U.S. & Canada
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
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 February, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: alert, Ottawa
The U.S. Embassy and Consulate Generals are closely monitoring the current situation in Canada.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 25 February, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, News, Ottawa, Trade, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Canada
Launched in 2009 to address shared interests with one of our closest allies, the group last met in Ottawa on January 30, 2019.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 February, 2020 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere
Quebec City Consul General Mélanie Zimmerman attends Northern Lights Ottawa
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 February, 2020 | Topics: Exclude, Quebec
U.S. Commerce Official Discusses USMCA, 5G During Roundtable with Canadian, U.S. Executives
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 13 February, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Trade, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere
The United States and Canada will hold the ninth round of negotiations to modernize the Columbia River Treaty regime in Washington, D.C., on March 11-12.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 February, 2020 | Topics: Environment, Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver
Deputy Secretary Stephen E. Biegun spoke today with Canadian Deputy Foreign Minister Marta Morgan.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 February, 2020 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere
United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer delivered the following remarks today at a White House event.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 January, 2020 | Topics: News, Trade, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere
Today, the President of the United States signed into law the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 January, 2020 | Topics: News, Trade, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
Today, the United States Senate passed the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, also known as the USMCA, bringing us one step closer to fulfilling President Trump’s promise to modernize and update trade agreements.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 16 January, 2020 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Trade, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with Canadian Foreign Minister François Philippe Champagne.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 10 January, 2020 | Topics: News, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs Cynthia Kierscht and Associate Deputy Minister of Natural Resources Canada Shawn Tupper finalized the U.S.-Canada Critical Minerals Action Plan in December 2019.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 January, 2020 | Topics: Energy, Environment, Key Officials, News, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude
On behalf of the U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Canada, I extend my sincerest condolences to the loved ones of the Canadians and all those who lost their lives.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 January, 2020 | Topics: Press Releases
The announced gathering points include the U.S. Consulate General, located at 1134 Rue Ste Catherine West, Montreal, Quebec, Canada H3B 1H4.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 January, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke with Canadian Foreign Minister François-Philippe Champagne on December 23, 2019.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 December, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Through instruments like the USMCA, we will continue to promote prosperity for the people of our three nations through free, fair, and reciprocal trade.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 December, 2019 | Topics: News, Trade, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer issued the following statement on December 19, 2019.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 December, 2019 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Trade, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere
The United States and Canada recognize global demand for energy minerals will increase dramatically in the coming years and this MoU provides an important framework for cooperation in addressing these complex challenges.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 December, 2019 | Topics: Energy, News, Ottawa, Policy, U.S. & Canada
Statement by Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 December, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Trade, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs Carl Risch will travel December 11-13 to St. Albans, Vermont, and Montreal, Canada.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 December, 2019 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Key Officials, Montreal, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies
The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America, Mexico, and Canada on the occasion of the 2019 North American Drug Dialogue in Washington, D.C.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 December, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere
Ambassador Jeffrey L. Eberhardt traveled to Ottawa to attend the 2019 International Partnership for Nuclear Verification (IPNDV) plenary meeting on December 3.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 3 December, 2019 | Topics: Key Officials, Ottawa, Policy, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada
Statement by Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 November, 2019 | Topics: Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Brussels, Belgium - Secretary Pompeo's Press Availability at the NATO Foreign Ministerial
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 November, 2019 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, News, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Remarks by Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg before their meeting at the NATO Foreign Ministerial in Brussels, Belgium.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 November, 2019 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will travel to the United Kingdom from December 2 to 4, 2019, to attend the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Leaders Meeting.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 November, 2019 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, News, President of the United States, U.S. & Canada
Over five years of military and civilian engagement, the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, with its partners, have liberated Iraq and northeast Syria from Daesh/ISIS’s grip.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 November, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada
The United States and Canada postponed the ninth round of negotiations to modernize the Columbia River Treaty regime, which were originally scheduled for November 19-20.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 November, 2019 | Topics: Environment, Fisheries & Marine Issues, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver
U.S. Consulate General Montreal will open at its new location at 1134, Rue Sainte-Catherine Ouest on November 12, 2019.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 31 October, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Montreal, Notification, Quebec
Canadian law enforcement professionals visited Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from October 21 to October 30 as participants in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 October, 2019 | Topics: Calgary, News, Ottawa, Quebec, Toronto, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver
U.S. Consul General Greg Stanford is pleased to launch the U.S.-Canada Innovation Partnership with leading institutions across Ontario to promote a deeper bilateral relationship through collaboration on innovation, technology, research, science, and related issues.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 October, 2019 | Topics: Consul General, Press Releases, Toronto, U.S. & Canada
On behalf of the government of the United States of America and the American people, the U.S. Embassy congratulates Justin Trudeau and the Liberal Party on their success in yesterday’s federal election.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 October, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
Statement by Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo on Canada’s Federal Election.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 October, 2019 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Media availability with Secretary Michael R. Pompeo and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 October, 2019 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, Key Officials, News, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Today marks an exciting milestone in the history of U.S.-Canada relations: 20 years since the dedication of the United States Embassy in Ottawa at its 490 Sussex Drive location.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 October, 2019 | Topics: Events, Government Offices, History, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 4 October, 2019 | Topics: Business, Commercial Affairs, Economic Affairs, Environment, Events, News, Policy, Press Releases | Tags: Critical Minerals
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 September, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Exclude
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 September, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Human Rights, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
Four Canadian professionals in public and economic policy will visit Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from September 23 to October 11 as participants in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 September, 2019 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Halifax, Montreal, News, Quebec, Toronto, U.S. & 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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 September, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Exclude
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland on September 17.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 September, 2019 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 September, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Halifax
August 22, 2019 - Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo With Vassy Kapelos of CBC Power and Politics.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 August, 2019 | Topics: U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
August 22, 2019 - Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo And Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland At a Press Availability
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 August, 2019 | Topics: News, Security & Counterterrorism, Trade, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
August 22, 2019 - Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau today in Ottawa, Canada.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 August, 2019 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Security & Counterterrorism, Trade, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
Remarks by Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo Meeting before his meeting with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 August, 2019 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Remarks by Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo before his meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 August, 2019 | Topics: News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 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
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will travel to Ottawa, Canada on August 22 for meetings with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 August, 2019 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
“Preclearance strengthens economic competitiveness and mutual security, and benefits travelers by expediting their clearance into the U.S. before they ever leave Canada,” said Acting Secretary Kevin K. McAleenan.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 August, 2019 | Topics: Border Issues, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Policy, Press Releases, Trade, Travel & Tourism
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 August, 2019 | Topics: Economic Affairs, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 July, 2019 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Apollo 11, Internship, NASA
From patrolling the skies over Superbowl 51 to supporting the largest Army-led exercise in Alaska in more than 15 years, these CAF members worked side-by-side their U.S. military counterparts while posted to a U.S. military unit or while serving in an operation under U.S. command.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 July, 2019 | Topics: News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada
OTTAWA – The United States Embassy in Ottawa will host an outdoor screening of the film Apollo 11 on Saturday, July 20, on the historic grounds of Lornado, the official residence of the U.S. Ambassador to Canada. The date will mark the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 July, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Ottawa, Science & Tech, U.S. & Canada
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 July, 2019 | Topics: Alumni, Calgary, Education, Halifax, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs, Quebec, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Canada, Vancouver, Winnipeg
Participants will visit organizations with experience working in underserved communities to learn new techniques for getting kids excited about STEM.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 July, 2019 | Topics: Calgary, Halifax, Montreal, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In support of a strong, secure and efficient border, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced today the implementation of Phase III of the Entry/Exit information system.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 July, 2019 | Topics: Border Issues, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
U.S. Columbia River Treaty Negotiator Jill Smail will lead a town hall on July 18, 2019, in Boise, Idaho, on the modernization of the Columbia River Treaty regime.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 3 July, 2019 | Topics: Environment, Fisheries & Marine Issues, News, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver
I wish Canadians a very happy Canada Day. Americans are so fortunate to have neighbors like you.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 July, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, U.S. & Canada
On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, I extend my sincere congratulations to Canada as you celebrate Canada Day on July 1.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 June, 2019 | Topics: U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
President Donald J. Trump sent the following message to Her Excellency The Right Honourable Julie Payette, congratulating Canada on the celebration of its National Day.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 June, 2019 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 June, 2019 | Topics: Culture, Events, History, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Science & Tech, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Apollo 11, Moon Landing, NASA
The United States and Canada held the seventh round of negotiations to modernize the Columbia River Treaty regime June 19-20, in Washington, D.C.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 June, 2019 | Topics: Environment, News, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver
We urge the Ortega regime to restore fundamental freedoms and civil rights in Nicaragua and to heed the calls of Nicaraguans clamoring for early free, fair, and transparent elections.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 June, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere
President Trump met with Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada to build upon the deep partnership and cooperation between our two nations.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 June, 2019 | Topics: Key Officials, News, President of the United States, U.S. & Canada
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 June, 2019 | Topics: Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
Today, President Trump is meeting with Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada to build upon the deep partnership and cooperation between our two nations.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 June, 2019 | Topics: News, President of the United States, U.S. & Canada
President Donald J. Trump will welcome Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada to the White House on June 20, 2019.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 June, 2019 | Topics: News, President of the United States, U.S. & Canada
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met today with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland in Washington, D.C.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 June, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
On June 6, 1944, D-Day, more than 130,000 American and Allied troops stormed the beaches of Normandy, France, and thousands more parachuted in behind enemy lines, on a mission to retake Europe from the control of Nazi Germany.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 June, 2019 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, President of the United States, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere
On Thursday, May 30 from 12 noon until 5pm access to the Embassy will be limited.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 May, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Ottawa
May 28, 2019 - Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 May, 2019 | Topics: News, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
Please be aware that on Sunday, May 26 a protest is scheduled to take place in downtown Montreal.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 May, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Montreal
A U.S. consular officer will be in St. John’s, Newfoundland on Thursday, June 13, 2019 and Friday, June 14, 2019 to provide consular services for U.S. citizens.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 May, 2019 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Exclude, Halifax
Canadian professionals in search and rescue, academia, and community and health services are visiting Washington, D.C. and other U.S. cities from May 20 to June 7.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 May, 2019 | Topics: Halifax, News, Quebec, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada
Vice President Mike Pence will travel to Ottawa, Canada on behalf of President Donald Trump on Thursday, May 30th.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 May, 2019 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Trade, U.S. & Canada, Vice President of the United States
The agreement provides for aggressive monitoring and a mechanism to prevent surges in imports of steel and aluminum.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 17 May, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Trade, U.S. & Canada
The Memorial Day ceremony will take place from 11:00am to 12:00pm and will include the firing of cannon.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 May, 2019 | Topics: Halifax, U.S. & Canada
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland in Finland.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 May, 2019 | Topics: News, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Security Alert, Montreal Area Flooding – U. S. Consulate General, Montreal, Canada April 26, 2019 The City of Montreal has declared a State of Emergency in response to rising flood waters. Actions to Take: Follow the directions of
local authorities and monitor local news for updates. For Assistance: The U.S. Consulate General Montreal, is located at 1155 ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 April, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Montreal
April 26, 2019 - Remarks by Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs, Kimberly Brier.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 April, 2019 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Key Officials, News, Speeches
Public Safety Alert – U.S. Embassy Ottawa April 26, 2019 Location: Ottawa, Canada. The City of Ottawa has declared a state of emergency in response to rising flood waters. Actions to Take: Follow directions of the local authorities and monitor local news for updates. For Assistance: The U.S. Embassy, is located at 490 Sussex ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 April, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Ottawa
Please be aware that on Wednesday, May 1st, 2019, a demonstration is scheduled to take place in Montreal between 6:30pm-9:30pm.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 April, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Montreal
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 April, 2019 | Topics: Exclude, Quebec, The Arctic, U.S. & 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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 April, 2019 | Topics: Alert
Indigenous leaders and other Canadian professionals working in Northern Canada will visit Denver, Colorado; Fairbanks, Alaska; and other Alaskan cities from April 24 to May 4, 2019.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 April, 2019 | Topics: Alumni, Calgary, Energy, Environment, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Quebec, Science & Tech, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada
The sixth round of negotiations to modernize the Columbia River Treaty regime was held April 10-11 in Victoria, British Columbia.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 April, 2019 | Topics: Environment, Fisheries & Marine Issues, News, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver
April 10, 2019 - Delegation from U.S. Embassy Ottawa and U.S. Consulate General Quebec City visit Goja Haven and Kugaaruk in Canada's Arctic.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 10 April, 2019 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Exclude, News, Quebec, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada
USNATO PAA is now accepting proposals which encourage public discussions and creative public engagements in Europe and/or Canada on the major theme of “NATO’s 70th Anniversary: New challenges and changing landscapes”.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 April, 2019 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, News, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met yesterday with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland in Washington, D.C.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 4 April, 2019 | Topics: Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
Join us in Ogdensburg on May 7, 2019.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 March, 2019 | Topics: Business, Doing Business in the U.S., Economic Affairs, Ottawa, Trade, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies
Please be aware that on Friday, March 15th, a protest is scheduled to take place in downtown Montreal starting from 6:00pm. Demonstrators will be gathering at Place Normand Bethune (intersection of de Maisonneuve Ouest and Guy street) at 6:00pm, followed by the demonstration at 7:00pm.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 March, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Exclude
Today the United States, EU, and Canada imposed sanctions on individuals who orchestrated the unjustified November 25 attack on three Ukrainian naval vessels near the Kerch Strait.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 March, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
It saddens me to announce that one of our United States Embassy community members lost his life in the Ethiopian Airlines crash near Addis Ababa
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 March, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Ottawa, Press Releases
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 February, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Science & Tech, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Lunar Gateway Program, NASA, Space
During her September trip to Iqaluit, Consul General Allison Areias-Vogel had the privilege of meeting Cheryl Kinak, who founded a mobile hair salon in Arviat, Nunavut.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 February, 2019 | Topics: Exclude, Quebec
Demonstrators will be gathering at Phillips Square then will make their way in front of the U.S. Consulate General at 1155 Saint Alexander Street. The demonstration will be on Saturday, February 23 2019, beginning at 2:00 pm and lasting three hours.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 February, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Exclude
Loy Henderson Auditorium - Washington, DC - February 6, 2019
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 February, 2019 | Topics: News, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. Secretary of State
The 79-member Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS has worked diligently since 2014 to reduce the threat ISIS poses to international security and our homelands.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 February, 2019 | Topics: News, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada
At the invitation of the Lima Group, Secretary Michael R. Pompeo participated via videoconference today in the Lima Group foreign ministers meeting, which Canada hosted.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 February, 2019 | Topics: News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo spoke yesterday with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 31 January, 2019 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs David Hale will travel to Canada January 29-30.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 January, 2019 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Political Affairs, U.S. & Canada
The U.S. Embassy in Ottawa and its Consulates will be closed on Monday, January 21 for Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The Embassy and Consulates will reopen with regular hours on Tuesday, January 22.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 January, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Exclude
Demonstrators will gather in front of the Consulate General in Montreal, located at 1155 rue St. Alexandre. The demonstration will be on Thursday, December 20, 2018, beginning at 10:30 am and lasting one hour.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 December, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude
President Trump has directed the closure of all Federal offices for Monday, December 24, 2018.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 December, 2018 | Topics: Alert
With a little help from Santa, U.S. Embassy Ottawa’s United States Marine Corps detachment and U.S. Navy personnel will deliver unwrapped toys to the children at Ottawa’s Ronald McDonald House.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 17 December, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Navy
Press availability with Secretary of State Pompeo, Secretary of Defense Mattis, Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Freeland, and Canadian Minister of Defense Sajjan.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 December, 2018 | Topics: Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Secretary of State Pompeo and Secretary of Defense Mattis hosted Minister of Foreign Affairs Freeland and Minister of Defense Sajjan in Washington, DC.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 December, 2018 | Topics: Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
The United States and Canada held the fourth round of negotiations to modernize the Columbia River Treaty regime December 12-13.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 December, 2018 | Topics: U.S. & Canada, 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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 13 December, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Vancouver
Please be aware that on Saturday December 8, two separate groups of protestors are expected to demonstrate on Parliament Hill in Ottawa. We recommend that U.S. citizens avoid the area.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 7 December, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 4 December, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Notification
In Ottawa, Secretary Mattis will attend a Canada and U.S. co-hosted meeting of the top 13 military contributing nations to the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 4 December, 2018 | Topics: News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada
The condolence book will be available to sign on Tuesday, December 4, Thursday, December 6, and Friday, December 7, from 2:00 p.m. until 4:00 pm.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 3 December, 2018 | Topics: Exclude, Vancouver
To honor his life and legacy, the United States Embassy in Ottawa invites members of the public and diplomatic community to express their sympathy to the Bush Family for their loss by signing a condolence book.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 3 December, 2018 | Topics: News, Ottawa, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada | Tags: President George H.W. Bush
Secretary Pompeo will participate in the semi-annual meeting of NATO Foreign Ministers.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 3 December, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. Secretary of State
Today the United States of America, Mexico, and Canada finalized a new environmental cooperation agreement (ECA).
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 November, 2018 | Topics: Environment, News
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 November, 2018 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Key Officials, News, President of the United States, Trade, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere
SmartICE uses a network of stationary and mobile sensors administering real-time measurements of sea ice thickness.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 27 November, 2018 | Topics: Exclude, Quebec, The Arctic
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 27 November, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Montreal
CDC, public health and regulatory officials in several states, Canada, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) are investigating a multistate outbreak of Shiga toxin-producing Escherichia coli O157:H7 (E. coli O157:H7) infections linked to romaine lettuce.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 November, 2018 | Topics: Uncategorized
Please be aware that on Saturday, November 17, 2018 a demonstration is scheduled to take place in Halifax from 13:00 - 15:00 to protest the Halifax International Security Forum.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 16 November, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Halifax
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Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 16 November, 2018 | Topics: Agriculture, Ambassador, Border Issues, Business, Environment, Events, News, Policy, Political Affairs, Public Affairs, Science & Tech, Toronto, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Innovation
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 13 November, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Montreal
Please be aware that on Thursday November 8th, 2018 a demonstration is scheduled to take place in Halifax at 5:00pm.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 November, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Halifax
Please be aware that on Thursday November 8th, 2018 a demonstration organized by ActMoveon is scheduled to take place in Montreal at 5:00pm.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 November, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Montreal
The Secretary and the Foreign Minister discussed a number of global and bilateral issues.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 November, 2018 | Topics: News, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Please be aware that on Saturday, November 3rd and Thursday November 8th, 2018 there are two protests scheduled to take place in Montreal.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 2 November, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Montreal
During her September trip to Iqaluit, Consul General Allison Areias-Vogel had the privilege of meeting Lael Kronick, who is fighting food insecurity, fostering good nutrition choices, and supporting student initiative and solidarity.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 2 November, 2018 | Topics: Exclude, Quebec
U.S. Embassy Ottawa Legal Attaché Kevin Vorndran welcomed acclaimed artist Claire Van Vliet to Ottawa this week as he accepted a piece of Van Vliet’s artwork to the U.S. Department of State’s permanent collection.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 31 October, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada
EducationUSA Advisor to Canada Jenika Heim was in Québec City for a series of meetings with students, school and government officials to explain the mission of EducationUSA and its role in promoting U.S. higher education to Canadian students.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 October, 2018 | Topics: Education, Exclude, Quebec
October 19, 2018 - The United States and Canada held the third round of negotiations to modernize the Columbia River Treaty regime October 17-18 in Portland, Oregon.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 October, 2018 | Topics: Environment, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver
Please be aware that on Wednesday, October 17, 2018, a demonstration is scheduled to take place in the vicinity of the U.S. Consulate between 5:00pm-6:00pm.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 17 October, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Montreal
Due to the possibility of a delivery disruption by Canada Post resulting from a labor dispute, the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa and its Consulates will temporarily suspend the use of Canada Post to return documents to applicants, beginning October 17, 2018.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 17 October, 2018 | Topics: Exclude
Six U.S. professionals in the fields of law enforcement, municipal government, violence prevention, community organization, and academia are in Alberta for a six-day program on countering violent extremism (CVE), beginning October 15.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 16 October, 2018 | Topics: Calgary, News | Tags: CVE, Exchange
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 16 October, 2018 | Topics: Exclude, Quebec, The Arctic | Tags: arctic
Assistant Secretary for International Security and Nonproliferation Christopher A. Ford is in Quebec, Canada, October 15–18.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 October, 2018 | Topics: Press Releases, Quebec, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 10 October, 2018 | Topics: Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
During her trip to Iqaluit to attend the Nunavut Trade Show, Consul General Allison Areias Vogel met with elected officials, including Premier Joe Savikataaq as well as local leaders. Michael Lockley was one of them. Michael Lockley stands proudly in his kitchen as a man who has finally found his path in life in Iqaluit, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 October, 2018 | Topics: Consul General, Quebec
Consul General Allison Areias Vogel travelled to Iqaluit, Nunavut to attend northern Canada’s largest annual business-to-business event.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 3 October, 2018 | Topics: Consul General, News, Quebec | Tags: arctic
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 October, 2018 | Topics: Environment, Fisheries & Marine Issues, News, Press Releases, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada
Today, Canada and the United States reached an agreement, alongside Mexico, on a new, modernized trade agreement for the 21st Century: the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA).
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 October, 2018 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: USMCA
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Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Ottawa, Speeches | Tags: Salvation Army
“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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 September, 2018 | Topics: Ottawa, U.S. & Canada
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 September, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
Canadian professionals in the fields of government, research, and technology will visit Washington, D.C, and other U.S. cities from September 22 to October 13 as participants in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 September, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, Winnipeg
The United States Embassy in Ottawa, in partnership with Actua, will host a video chat with American-Canadian NASA astronaut Drew Feustel.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Science & Tech, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Astronaut, ISS, Space
The Group of Seven (G-7) Environment, Energy, and Oceans Ministerial will take place in Halifax, Nova Scotia, September 19–21, 2018.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 September, 2018 | Topics: Energy, Environment, Halifax, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: G7
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 September, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude
September 11, 2018 - Remarks delivered by U.S. Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft in Gander, Newfoundland on the anniversary of 9/11.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Halifax, News, Press Releases, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ambassador Kelly Craft
To honor Senator John McCain’s lifelong commitment to public service, the United States Embassy in Ottawa will make available for signing a condolence book for members of the public and diplomatic community who wish to express sympathy to the McCain family for their loss.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 August, 2018 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Press Releases | Tags: condolences, Senator John McCain
A demonstration is expected to take place, Aug 23, 2018 between 14:00 and 16:00. Local authorities are aware of the demonstration and will be on site. U.S. government personnel are advised to avoid those areas during the scheduled hours of the demonstration.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 August, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Exclude
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 August, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Exclude, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver
The United States and Canada held the second round of negotiations to modernize the Columbia River Treaty regime August 15-16, in Nelson, British Columbia.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 August, 2018 | Topics: Energy, Environment, Fisheries & Marine Issues, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Columbia River Treaty
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 August, 2018 | Topics: Key Officials, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Chrystia Freeland, Michael R. Pompeo
Fredericton Police said they were responding to an active shooter event in the Brookside Drive area of the city on Friday, August 10, 2018. The public is asked to avoid the area and stay in their homes with doors locked at this time for their safety.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 10 August, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Halifax, Messages for U.S. Citizens
Canadian professionals in the field of Indigenous education will visit Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from August 4-15 as participants in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 31 July, 2018 | Topics: Alumni, Education, Montreal, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Quebec, Science & Tech, U.S. & Canada, Winnipeg | Tags: IVLP
U.S. Embassy Ottawa was alive with the sounds of the historic United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps as we recognized thirteen Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members for their significant contributions to U.S. military operations
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 July, 2018 | Topics: News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies
Remarks delivered by U.S. Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft at the Gordie Howe International Bridge Groundbreaking
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 July, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, Economic Affairs, News, Speeches, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Gordie Howe International Bridge
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 July, 2018 | Topics: Culture, Education, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Exchange, Youth Ambassadors
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 July, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Halifax
On behalf of Joe and myself and our family visiting from Colorado and Indiana and all of the hardworking crew here at the U.S. Embassy Ottawa, we are delighted that you have joined us to celebrate America's birthday.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 July, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ambassador Kelly Craft, Independence Day
"My sincerest congratulations go out to all Canadians as you celebrate your National Day on July 1."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 June, 2018 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Donald J. Trump
Canada and our European Union partners took action this week to continue the promotion of accountability for the atrocities in Burma. We strongly support these actions.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 June, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Burma
The two leaders discussed a range of global issues, including cooperation on the humanitarian crisis in Burma and our shared commitment to improving the security situation in Iraq.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 June, 2018 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Chrystia Freeland, Michael R. Pompeo
nnounced gathering point and route includes, but is not limited to the U.S. Consulate General in Montreal, located at 1155 rue St. Alexandre.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 June, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Exclude, Montreal
The two leaders discussed a range of global issues, including cooperation on the crisis in Venezuela and our shared commitment to the complete, verifiable, and irreversible denuclearization of the Korean Peninsula.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 June, 2018 | Topics: U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 June, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Quebec
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 4 June, 2018 | Topics: Border Issues, Key Officials, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: border, Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security
A demonstration is expected to take place, May 30, 2018 between 16:30 and 19:00. Local authorities are aware of the demonstration and will be on site. U.S. government personnel are advised to avoid those areas during the scheduled hours of the demonstration.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Exclude
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 May, 2018 | Topics: Events, Halifax, History, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada
The United States and Canada will continue to work to ensure that all people – including LGBTI people – can live in dignity, freedom, and equality.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 17 May, 2018 | Topics: Human Rights, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Global Equity Fund, Human Rights
Demonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General Calgary, Canada May 15th, 2018 Location: Calgary City Hall Event: The U.S. Consulate in Calgary informs U.S. citizens of a planned demonstration scheduled to take place on Tuesday, May 15th at 6:00 pm outside Calgary City Hall. Actions to Take: Avoid the areas of the demonstrations. Exercise caution ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 May, 2018 | Topics: Calgary, Education, Environment, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Quebec, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Health
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 May, 2018 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Lima Group, Michael R. Pompeo, Venezuela
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Ottawa
Remarks by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo with Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Chrystia Freeland, May 11, 2018.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State | Tags: Michael R. Pompeo
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Toronto
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Vancouver
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Montreal
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Halifax
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Quebec
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Ottawa
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 10 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 7 May, 2018 | Topics: Calgary, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: community empowerment
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 April, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Montreal | Tags: Montreal
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 April, 2018 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Security & Counterterrorism, Toronto, U.S. & Canada | Tags: John J. Sullivan
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 April, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 17 April, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Montreal, News, Quebec, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ambassador Kelly Craft
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 April, 2018 | Topics: Calgary, Consular Affairs, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Citizen Services, U.S. Passports | Tags: Grande Prairie
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 4 April, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, News, Press Releases, Speeches, Toronto, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ambassador Kelly Craft, toronto
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 4 April, 2018 | Topics: Calgary, Events, News, Policy, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Edmonton
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 March, 2018 | Topics: Consular Affairs, News, U.S. Citizen Services, U.S. Passports | Tags: Passport Services
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 March, 2018 | Topics: Alert
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 March, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Ottawa
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 March, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Montreal
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 March, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Education, Events, History, News, Ottawa | Tags: Mammoth Tusks, Museum of Nature, Repatriation
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 March, 2018 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Ottawa, Policy, Press Releases, Science & Tech, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Opioid Crisis
“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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 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 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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 March, 2018 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Key Officials, News, Speeches, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: NAFTA, United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, USTR
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Macdonald-Laurier Institute
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Energy, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ambassador Kelly Craft, energy
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 2 February, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Contemporary Conversations, national gallery of canada
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 31 January, 2018 | Topics: Border Issues, Education, News, Policy, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Exchanges;
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 January, 2018 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Key Officials, Montreal, News, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Montreal, NAFTA, United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, USTR
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 January, 2018 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver, Western Hemisphere | Tags: DPRK, Rex Tillerson, Vancouver
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 January, 2018 | Topics: Consul General, Halifax, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Citizen Services, U.S. Passports | Tags: American Citizen Services, Consul
The U.S. Embassy in Ottawa and the U.S. Consulates in Canada will remain open for all scheduled passport and visa services during the lapse in appropriations. For additional guidance please go to
Travel.state.gov .
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 January, 2018 | Topics: News
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 January, 2018 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Notification, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: voting
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 January, 2018 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver, Western Hemisphere | Tags: DPRK, Rex Tillerson, Vancouver
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 January, 2018 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver, Western Hemisphere | Tags: DPRK, Rex Tillerson, Vancouver
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 January, 2018 | Topics: Events, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Strong Cities
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 January, 2018 | Topics: Calgary, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: calgary
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 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 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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 December, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Rex Tillerson
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 December, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Rex Tillerson
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 December, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Rex Tillerson
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 December, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: DPRK, North Korea
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 December, 2017 | Topics: Security & Emergency Messages
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 December, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Notification, Security & Emergency Messages, Toronto | Tags: Security & Emergency Messages, toronto
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 December, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Notification, Ottawa, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Ottawa, Security Message for U.S. Citizens
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 December, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Notification, Security & Emergency Messages, Vancouver | Tags: Security Message for U.S. Citizens, Vancouver
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 December, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, Commercial Affairs, Economic Affairs, Key Officials, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: American Chamber of Commerce
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 7 December, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Montreal, News, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Security Message
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 7 December, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Toys for Tots, United States Marine Corps
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 7 December, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Worldwide Travel Caution
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 December, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Ottawa, Public Affairs, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ambassador Kelly Craft
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Speeches, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ambassador Kelly Craft
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 27 November, 2017 | Topics: Montreal, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Global Entrepreneurship Summit
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 November, 2017 | Topics: Quebec, Security & Emergency Messages | Tags: Security Message for U.S. Citizens
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 November, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, News, Quebec
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 November, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: #artconvoAIE, Contemporary Conversations
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 November, 2017 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Key Officials, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: NAFTA, United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, USTR
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 November, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Events, News, Quebec, U.S. & Canada
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 3 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ambassador Kelly Craft, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Key Officials, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, Video | Tags: Ambassador Kelly Craft
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 October, 2017 | Topics: News, Toronto | Tags: Consulate General Toronto
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, News, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ambassador Kelly Craft
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ambassador Kelly Craft, Governor General Julie Payette, Kelly Craft
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 October, 2017 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: NAFTA, United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, USTR
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 13 October, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: FEMA, Hurricane Maria, Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 October, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, News, President of the United States, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister Trudeau, Washington DC
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 October, 2017 | Topics: Education, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Science & Tech, Vancouver | Tags: Hidden Figures
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 2 October, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, News, Press Releases, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada, Winnipeg | Tags: Winnpeg
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 2 October, 2017 | Topics: News, U.S. & Canada
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 September, 2017 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Consular Affairs, Social Security Administration
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 September, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Quebec, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Alaska, Consul General Allison Areias Vogel, Quebec City
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 27 September, 2017 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 September, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, Key Officials, News, President of the United States, Press Releases, Toronto | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Invictus Games
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 September, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, Winnipeg
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 September, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, News, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: CUSIPG
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 September, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: travel alert, Worldwide Caution
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 13 September, 2017 | Topics: Montreal, Security & Emergency Messages
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 September, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Events, Political Affairs, Security & Counterterrorism, Speeches | Tags: Chargé d'Affaires, Chargé d'Affaires a.i. Elizabeth Moore Aubin, Defense, NATO
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 September, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Montreal, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Consul General Robert Thomas
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 September, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Education, Scholarships and Exchanges, Speeches | Tags: Chargé d'Affaires, Chargé d'Affaires a.i. Elizabeth Moore Aubin, educationusa, Fulbright
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 September, 2017 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Press Releases, Trade, U.S. & Canada
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 September, 2017 | Topics: Calgary, Security & Emergency Messages
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 September, 2017 | Topics: Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
Sunshine and high spirits were out in full force this weekend as Ottawa Capital Pride came to a close with the annual Pride Parade. U.S. Embassy Ottawa staff joined other diplomatic missions to Canada, as well as more than one hundred businesses, community groups, and public service organizations to march in one of the most ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 August, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, News, Ottawa
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 25 August, 2017 | Topics: Education, Ottawa, Our Ocean, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada
The U.S. Embassy in Ottawa informs U.S. citizens of a possible demonstration near the U.S. Embassy on August 22, 2017, from approximately 12:00 to 2:00 p.m.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 August, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Ottawa, Security & Emergency Messages
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 August, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages, Vancouver
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 August, 2017 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Events, Fisheries & Marine Issues, Halifax, News, Policy, Press Releases, Quebec, Toronto, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver | Tags: Blue Economy
Important information for Americans travelling to Toronto for the 2017 Invictus Games.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 August, 2017 | Topics: Events, Fact Sheets, News, Toronto, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Invictus Games
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 August, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Culture, Events, Quebec, U.S. & Canada
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 July, 2017 | Topics: News, The Arctic, Toronto
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 27 July, 2017 | Topics: Culture, Events, Featured Event, News, Press Releases, Toronto
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 July, 2017 | Topics: Alumni, Calgary, Education, Events, Halifax, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Quebec, Toronto, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 10 July, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Events, News, U.S. & Canada, Winnipeg | Tags: Baseball; Interview;
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 July, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Events, News, Toronto, U.S. & Canada
"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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 July, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Calgary, Chargé D’Affaires, Culture, Events, Halifax, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs, Quebec, Toronto, Vancouver, Winnipeg | Tags: Arctic; Canada150;
On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, congratulations to the Canadian people on Canada Day and the 150th anniversary of your Confederation.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 July, 2017 | Topics: Events, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Canada Day, Canada150, Rex Tillerson
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 June, 2017 | Topics: Events, News, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Canada Day; Canada150;, Donald J. Trump
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 June, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Education, News, Toronto, U.S. & Canada
U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Moore Aubin today issued the following statement after the official announcement of the plans for the former U.S. Embassy building:
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 June, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Culture, Education, History, News, Ottawa | Tags: Indigenous Peoples
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 June, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, Featured Event, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Independence Day, July 4th
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 June, 2017 | Topics: Consul General, Featured Event, News, Quebec
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 17 June, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Military; Defense;
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 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
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada
“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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 June, 2017 | Topics: Events, News, Quebec, U.S. & Canada, Video
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 13 June, 2017 | Topics: Education, Events, Montreal, News, Quebec, Toronto, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver | Tags: IVLP; Exchanges; TIP;
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 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: Secretary Mnuchin
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 June, 2017 | Topics: Agriculture, Chargé D’Affaires, Economic Affairs, News, Toronto, U.S. & Canada
The United States welcomes Canada's marked increase in investment in their military and their continued commitment to a strong defense relationship with the United States and NATO.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 June, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Policy, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 June, 2017 | Topics: Alumni, Consul General, News, Toronto, U.S. & 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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 2 June, 2017 | Topics: Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Canada150, Governors
Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Thomas Shannon and Assistant Deputy Minister for International Security and Political Affairs Mark Gwozdecky co-chaired the tenth U.S.-Canada High-Level Policy Review Group on June 1 in Ottawa.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 June, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: High-Level Policy Review Group
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 June, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Canada 150
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 31 May, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Rex Tillerson, Trilateral
The United States and Canada recently held the first joint nuclear forensics exercise between the two countries, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 May, 2017 | Topics: Halifax, News, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: National Technical Nuclear Forensics Ground Collection Task Force
Defense Secretary Jim Mattis hosted the third North American Defense Ministerial meeting yesterday with Canadian Defense Minster of Harjit Sajjan, Mexican Defense Secretary Gen. Salvador Cienfuegos, and Adm. Vidal Soberón, secretary of the Mexican navy.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 May, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: North American Defense Ministerial
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 May, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Environment, Events, Key Officials, News, Ottawa | Tags: bike lane, City of Ottawa, Government of Ontario, Mackenzie Avenue, NCC
The U.S. Consulate General Quebec City presents Eyes on the Arctic & Northern Stars exhibits from May 17 to June 14 at Parks Canada office in Old Québec.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 May, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Education, Environment, Events, News, Quebec, Science & Tech, The Arctic, U.S. & 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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 May, 2017 | Topics: Exclude, News, Trade, U.S. & Canada
"With this letter, we intend to notify not just Congress, but all our trading partners, that free and fair trade is the new standard for U.S. trade deals."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 May, 2017 | Topics: Exclude, Key Officials, News, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: NAFTA, Trilateral
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 16 May, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Chrystia Freeland, Rex Tillerson
"The United States had been privileged to lead the Arctic Council at a time when the Arctic Region has been facing unprecedented change and challenges."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 May, 2017 | Topics: Environment, Fisheries & Marine Issues, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Science & Tech, Speeches, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Arctic Council, Rex Tillerson
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 May, 2017 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism | Tags: cooperation, Defense, Military
The United States Embassy is pleased to announce it will once again participate in this year's Doors Open Ottawa on Saturday, June 3rd.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 May, 2017 | Topics: Events, News, Ottawa | Tags: Doors Open Ottawa
On May 4, the U.S. Consulate Toronto representatives attended the 1st Canadian Human Trafficking Survivors Summit organized by The Canadian Centre to End Human Trafficking and supported through the U.S. Mission to Canada’s Public Affairs Grants Program.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 May, 2017 | Topics: Border Issues, News, Toronto, U.S. & Canada | Tags: human trafficking
Late this afternoon, President Donald J. Trump spoke with both President Peña Nieto of Mexico and Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 27 April, 2017 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, Economic Affairs, Key Officials, News, President of the United States, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Donald J. Trump, NAFTA, North American Free Trade Agreement
Today, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross announced the preliminary determination in the countervailing duty (CVD) investigation of softwood lumber from Canada.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 25 April, 2017 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, Economic Affairs, Exclude, Key Officials, News, Political Affairs, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: softwood lumber
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 13 April, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Brett McGurk, daesh, Global Coalition to Counter ISIL/Da’esh
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 April, 2017 | Topics: Border Issues, Calgary, Halifax, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Quebec, Toronto, Travel & Tourism, Vancouver, Winnipeg | Tags: travel tips
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 7 April, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Ottawa, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Security Message for U.S. Citizens
"In carrying this out, we coordinated very carefully with our international partners in terms of communicating with them around the world, and I will tell you that the response from our allies...has been overwhelmingly supportive of the action we’ve taken."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 7 April, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Security & Counterterrorism | Tags: Rex Tillerson
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 4 April, 2017 | Topics: Agriculture, Business, Chargé D’Affaires, Economic Affairs, Events, Featured Event, News, Ottawa, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: California Wine Fair
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 31 March, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Security & Counterterrorism, Speeches, U.S. Agencies | Tags: NATO, Rex Tillerson, US Mission to NATO
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 31 March, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, Policy, President of the United States | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Opioid Crisis
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 March, 2017 | Topics: News, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Coast Guard
The U.S. Consulate General in Toronto is pleased to partner with the McMichael Canadian Art Collection to organize the Higher States: Lawren Harris and His American Contemporaries exhibition.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 27 March, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Consul General, News, Toronto, Video
U.S. Coast Guard Commandant Adm. Paul Zukunft joined leaders representing eight coast guards of Arctic nations in signing a joint statement Friday.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 March, 2017 | Topics: Fisheries & Marine Issues, News, Our Ocean, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Arctic Council, Coast Guard
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 March, 2017 | Topics: Energy, News, Ottawa | Tags: Keystone XL
"Now is the time to strengthen our shared commitment to security and invest in a fight in which we all have a stake."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 March, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Security & Counterterrorism, Speeches | Tags: Global Coalition to Counter ISIL/Da’esh, Rex Tillerson
"Today, I’m delighted to take the opportunity to celebrate diversity and talent, courage and determination of inspiring women who helped shape our societies."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 13 March, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Consul General, News, Quebec | Tags: International Women's Day, Women's History Month
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 March, 2017 | Topics: Consular Affairs, Education, News, Toronto, Travel & Tourism | Tags: consular information, school visits, Toronto speakers bureau
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 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: John Kelly, Minister Ralph Goodale, Ralph Goodale, Secretary John Kelly
"Today, we join you in Québec, throughout Canada, and around the world to celebrate women!"
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 March, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Quebec | Tags: Chargé d'Affaires a.i. Elizabeth Moore Aubin, International Women's Day, Women's History Month
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 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: Canada 150, Eyes on the Arctic, Northern Stars
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 March, 2017 | Topics: Border Issues, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Secretary John Kelly, Secretary of Homeland Security
"As threats to our security continue to evolve and change, common sense dictates that we continually re-evaluate and re-assess the systems we rely upon to protect our country."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 March, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News | Tags: Executive Order, Rex Tillerson
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 March, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Worldwide Caution
Secretary of the Treasury Steven Mnuchin met in Washington yesterday with Canada’s Minister of Finance Bill Morneau.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 2 March, 2017 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, Economic Affairs, Key Officials, News, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Minister of Finance Bill Morneau, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin
The Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate (DHS S&T) welcomed its first Canadian Exchange Officer today as part of a partnership with Defence Research and Development Canada’s Centre for Security Science (DRDC CSS).
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 March, 2017 | Topics: Border Issues, News, Science & Tech, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Department of Homeland Security
"I am here tonight to deliver a message of unity and strength, and it is a message deeply delivered from my heart."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 February, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Speeches | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Joint Address to Congress
"Happy 150th! We look forward to 150 more years of friendship and beyond."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 27 February, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Chargé D’Affaires, Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, News, Ottawa, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Chargé d'Affaires a.i. Elizabeth Moore Aubin
U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin spoke by phone today with Canadian Minister of Finance Bill Morneau.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 February, 2017 | Topics: Business, Commercial Affairs, Economic Affairs, Energy, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Trade, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Secretary Mnuchin
President Donald J. Trump spoke today with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to reiterate America’s strong bilateral cooperation with Canada.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 February, 2017 | Topics: Border Issues, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, President of the United States, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, White House
The U.S. Consulate General informs U.S. citizens a demonstration is expected to take place in downtown Quebec City on Saturday, February 18, between 1 PM and 2:30 PM.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 17 February, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Quebec, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 16 February, 2017 | Topics: Business, Economic Affairs, Key Officials, News, Policy, President of the United States, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Empowering Women Leaders, Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister Trudeau, women entrepreneurs, women's entrepreneurship
"The Alliance remains a fundamental bedrock for the United States and for all the transatlantic community bonded as we are together."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 February, 2017 | Topics: Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. Agencies | Tags: US Mission to NATO
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 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: Foreign Agriculture Service
It is that time of year again when the “Ice Bridge” forms between Canada and the United States.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 February, 2017 | Topics: Border Issues, News, Toronto, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Drummond Island
"Our two nations share much more than a border. We share the same values. We share the love, and a truly great love, of freedom. And we share a collective defense. "
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 13 February, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, President of the United States, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
The Vice President met this afternoon with a team of Canadian ministers and their U.S. counterparts in conjunction with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's visit to Washington.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 13 February, 2017 | Topics: News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, Vice President of the United States | Tags: Mike Pence
"No two countries share deeper or broader relations than Canada and the United States."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 13 February, 2017 | Topics: Border Issues, Business, Economic Affairs, Energy, Environment, News, Ottawa, President of the United States, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Donald J. Trump, entrepreneurship, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
The State Department is today releasing the Draft Supplemental Environmental Impact Statement (Draft SEIS) for the proposed Enbridge Line 67 oil pipeline expansion project.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 10 February, 2017 | Topics: Energy, Environment, Exclude, News, Press Releases | Tags: pipeline
On Monday, February 13, 2017 President Trump will welcome Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to the White House.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 February, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, News, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Donald J. Trump
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 7 February, 2017 | Topics: News, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Department of Defense, DoD, Harjit Sajjan, Mattis, Minister of National Defence, Minister Sajjan, MND, Pentagon, SecDef, Secretary Mattis, Secretary of Defense, Washington DC
"Though we often live in a world of headlines, working outside of the public eye does not make you any less essential to our operations."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 2 February, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches | Tags: Rex Tillerson
The United States is deeply concerned with the recent spike in violence in eastern Ukraine around Avdiivka-Yasynuvata.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 February, 2017 | Topics: Europe & Eurasia, News, Press Releases | Tags: Ukraine
The U.S. Consulate General informs U.S. citizens that a demonstration is expected to take place at the U.S. Consulate General on Monday, January 30, 2017 between 12:00 and 14:00.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 January, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Montreal, News, Security & Emergency Messages
"On behalf of the U.S. Mission in Canada and the American people, I offer our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the families of those who died in yesterday’s unjustified attack at the Quebec Islamic Cultural Center in Quebec City and wish a speedy recovery to those injured in the shooting."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 January, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Ottawa, Quebec
The U.S. Embassy in Ottawa informs U.S. citizens that there will be a protest at the U.S. Embassy on Sussex Drive on Monday, January 30, 2017, from 12 pm to 2 pm.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 January, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Ottawa, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
The U.S. Consulate General informs U.S. citizens an anti-U.S. Government demonstration is expected to take place in downtown Montreal on Saturday January 28, between 12:00 and 14:00.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 27 January, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Montreal, Security & Emergency Messages
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 January, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Defence Minister Harjit Sajjan, Defense, Secretary of Defense James Mattis
As Canada celebrates the 150th anniversary of Confederation, the Embassy of the United States in Ottawa will present two exhibitions and a photographic essay at the National Capital Commission’s 150 International Pavilion, 50 Sussex Drive, from February 1 to February 19, 2017.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 January, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
"We will face challenges. We will confront hardships. But we will get the job done."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 January, 2017 | Topics: News, President of the United States, Video | Tags: Donald J. Trump
The U.S. Embassy in Ottawa informs U.S. citizens that the City of Ottawa has granted a permit for 50-100 people to demonstrate at the U.S. Embassy on Sussex Drive on January 20, 2017, from 7 pm to 10 pm.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 January, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Ottawa, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Security Message for U.S. Citizens
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 January, 2017 | Topics: Exclude, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Montreal, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 January, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Chargé D’Affaires, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Bruce Heyman, Chargé d'Affaires, Chargé d'Affaires a.i. Elizabeth Moore Aubin, Elizabeth Moore Aubin
United States Trade Representative Michael Froman announced today that the Obama Administration has launched a new trade enforcement action against Canada at the World Trade Organization (WTO).
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 17 January, 2017 | Topics: Agriculture, Commercial Affairs, Economic Affairs, Exclude, News, Trade, U.S. Agencies | Tags: USTR
"My fellow Americans, it has been the honor of my life to serve you."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 January, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches | Tags: Barack Obama
"Over the past eight years, President Obama laid a stronger foundation for American leadership in the world."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 January, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Documents, News, Political Affairs | Tags: John Kerry
A Calgary company is crediting SelectUSA for helping it expand into the United States.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 January, 2017 | Topics: Business, Calgary, Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, News, Success Stories, Trade | Tags: SelectUSA, SelectUSA Canada
For 60 years, North American Aerospace Defense Command, otherwise known as NORAD, and its predecessor, the Continental Air Defense Command (CONAD) have tracked Santa's flight.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 December, 2016 | Topics: News, U.S. & Canada | Tags: NORAD tracks Santa, Santa
President Obama and Prime Minister Trudeau are proud to launch actions ensuring a strong, sustainable and viable Arctic economy and ecosystem.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 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: arctic, Arctic Council, Barack Obama, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 December, 2016 | Topics: Border Issues, Exclude, News, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Canada, Winnipeg | Tags: travel
The U.S. Mission to Canada is pleased to announce a grant of USD$150,000 from the U.S. Department of State to implement a Refugee Youth Leadership Program in the Greater Toronto Area.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 December, 2016 | Topics: Culture, Education, English Language Learning, News, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Toronto, U.S. & Canada | Tags: COSTI, Refugee Youth Leadership Program
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 December, 2016 | Topics: Border Issues, Key Officials, News, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Department of Homeland Security, DHS, Jeh Johnson, preclearance, Secretary Jeh Johnson, Secretary Johnson
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 December, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Featured Event, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: RMH Ottawa, United States Marine Corps
The newly remodeled Nexus Enrollment Center will reopen on December 20, 2016 at the Toronto Pearson International Airport.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 December, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Border Issues, Doing Business in the U.S., News, Press Releases, Toronto, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: NEXUS, Toronto Pearson International Airport
Quebec Consul General Allison Areias Vogel and her husband René officially launched winter holiday celebrations during a reception hosted at their residence.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 December, 2016 | Topics: Consul General, News, Quebec, U.S. & Canada
"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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 13 December, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Border Issues, Economic Affairs, Energy, Environment, News, The Arctic, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Council of American Ambassadors, The Ambassadors REVIEW
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 December, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Exclude, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs | Tags: Ronald McDonald House Ottawa, Toys for Tots
"The U.S. Embassy is committed to being a good friend and neighbor."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 December, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Environment, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Mackenzie Ave
Few nations on Earth share more than America and Canadians.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 10 December, 2016 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Joe Biden
"A humanitarian disaster is taking place before our very eyes."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 December, 2016 | Topics: News, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Syria
"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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 December, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, Doing Business in the U.S., Montreal, News, Speeches, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: remarks, SelectUSA, SelectUSA Canada
Senior Department of State officials co-chaired the ninth U.S.-Canada High-Level Policy Review Group today in Washington, D.C.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 December, 2016 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: High-Level Policy Review Group
"On World AIDS Day, we join with the international community to remember those we have lost too soon, reflect on the tremendous progress we have made in battling this disease, and carry forward our fight against HIV/AIDS."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 December, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: AIDS, Barack Obama, John Kerry, World AIDS Day
Assistant Secretary of State for International Organization Affairs Sheba Crocker will travel to Ottawa, Canada, for trilateral consultations on multilateral issues with counterparts from the Governments of Canada and Mexico on December 1.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 December, 2016 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa
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).
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 December, 2016 | Topics: News, 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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 November, 2016 | Topics: News, Toronto | Tags: PTSD
"I am pleased to announce that on December 8 and 9, Vice President Biden will visit Ottawa where he will participate in bilateral meetings with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 November, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Joe Biden, Statement by Ambassador Heyman
On Saturday evening in Ottawa, Maestro Glass was honored with a reception at Lornado, the official residence of the United States Ambassador to Canada.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 November, 2016 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, News, Ottawa | Tags: Philip Glass
Modern day explorers from the Arctic nations of Canada, Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Sweden, Norway, Russia, and the United States are setting their sights north to map the seabed and establish sovereign rights to resources in an icy area that just over a decade ago was virtually inaccessible.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 November, 2016 | Topics: News, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada | Tags: arctic, multilateral
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 U.S. Mission to Canada | 25 November, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Human Rights, Key Officials, News, Press Releases | Tags: GBV, International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, International Human Rights Day, John Kerry, VAW
Speakers from Consulate Toronto recently visited schools in the Peel and Halton School Districts to talk with students about the U.S.-Canada relationship.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 November, 2016 | Topics: Education, News, Toronto
"Through Conservative governments, Liberal governments, Democratic or Republican governments, the relationship between the United States and Canada is one of the most important constants in the world."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 November, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: APEC, Barack Obama, bilateral meetings, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
On November 16-17, 2016, Public Affairs Toronto sponsored and attended Midaynta Community Services’ second annual Youth Radicalization Conference at the University of Toronto’s Munk School of Global Affairs.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 November, 2016 | Topics: News, Security & Counterterrorism, Toronto
To celebrate the benefits of international education and exchange worldwide and empower youth through international education, the U.S. Consulate General in Toronto visited several schools and universities to celebrate International Education Week. On November 10, 2016, Consul General Juan Alsace spoke to American Studies Students at Glendon College of York University. He gave a short ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 17 November, 2016 | Topics: Education, News, Study in the U.S., Toronto | Tags: International Education Week
The FCC's Enforcement Bureau and the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission today announced a formal agreement, committing the two agencies to work together to combat unlawful robocalls.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 17 November, 2016 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: CRTC, FCC, Federal Communications Commission
The Chateau Laurier Ballroom buzzed with excitement as hundreds of invited guests arrived to join Ambassador Heyman at the U.S. Embassy’s election night event on Tuesday, November 8, 2016. Trimmed in red, white, and blue, it was the perfect setting to witness Americans choose their next president. Ambassador Heyman kicked off the evening by welcoming ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 17 November, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Halifax, News, Ottawa | Tags: election
"We have to get this right, and we have to get it right now."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 17 November, 2016 | Topics: Energy, Environment, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches, Video | Tags: ActOnClimate, Climate Change, COP-22, John Kerry, United Nations
November 12, 2016 Ottawa, ON As prepared for delivery. The Marine Corps Birthday Ball is one of the highlights of my year. I am so honored to be here tonight and in this fantastic venue! In a few minutes I will read a birthday message from Secretary of State John Kerry to the United States ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 16 November, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Ottawa, Speeches | Tags: Marine Ball, USMC
Ottawa’s Montgomery Legion President Garry Beaupre recently visited Ambassador Heyman in his office to present him with a Remembrance Poppy, marking the first week of the Canadian Legion’s nation-wide Poppy Campaign. The Ambassador was honored to join Canadians from coast to coast who don the poppy as a visual symbol honoring the service and sacrifice ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 November, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Montgomery Legion, Poppy, Remembrance Day
"On Veterans Day, we salute the women and men who have proudly worn the uniform of the United States of America and the families who have served alongside them, and we affirm our sacred duty as citizens to express our enduring gratitude, both in words and in actions, for their service."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 November, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News | Tags: Barack Obama, Presidential Proclamation, Veterans Day
The U.S. Consulate General in Toronto hosted an evening watch event for the 2016 United States Presidential Election on Tuesday, November 8, 2016 at Artscape’s Daniel Spectrum, a community and cultural hub. United States Consul General Juan Alsace and other consulate staff were joined by local officials such as the Premier of Ontario, Kathleen Wynne, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 November, 2016 | Topics: News, Toronto | Tags: election
Quebec City Consul General Allison Areias Vogel met with Premier Philippe Couillard.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 November, 2016 | Topics: Consul General, News, Quebec | Tags: Quebec Premier Philippe Couillard
The Embassy marked the 2016 Elections with a Viewing Event at Ottawa's Chateau Laurier.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 November, 2016 | Topics: Events, News, Ottawa | Tags: election
"We have to remember that we’re actually all on one team. This is an intramural scrimmage. We’re not Democrats first. We're not Republicans first. We are Americans first."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 November, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Speeches, Video | Tags: Barack Obama, election
"It is my honor to be here today to recognize the important contributions the members of the Canadian Armed Forces make to the United States military and to U.S. military operations around the globe."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 November, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Military, remarks
On November 6, two days before the U.S. Election, the Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery hosted the screening of the latest edition of Political Advertisement, a project collaboration between New York City artists Antoni Muntadas and Marshall Reese that features a study on U.S. election politics through a visual iconography of political television advertisements from ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 7 November, 2016 | Topics: News, Toronto | Tags: election
On November 2, 2016, the Public Affairs and Consular Sections of the U.S. Consulate General in Toronto hosted a live Facebook chat titled “How do I go Black Friday Shopping in the U.S.” The chat started with a video presentation by Consular Officers Nathan Lindsey and Ann Marie Warmenhoven followed by a lengthy questions and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 3 November, 2016 | Topics: Border Issues, News, Toronto | Tags: Black Friday
On November 3, Toronto Public Affairs Cultural Assistant, Claudia Valladolid, represented Education USA at Father John Redmond Secondary School in Etobicoke, Ontario. This annual university and college fair included over 25 United States institutions and featured break-out and educational counseling sessions for the students. Claudia gave three presentations on Education USA to students, parents and ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 3 November, 2016 | Topics: Education, News, Study in the U.S., Toronto | Tags: educationusa
"The story of veterans is about continuing the commitment to serving fellow citizens, using the skills and dedication the veterans developed while they were in uniform."
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 2 November, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, Speeches | Tags: remarks, Remembrance Day, Team Rubicon, Veterans Day
"It is imperative that we continue to come together in fora like this, within our own governments, and with our colleagues at the municipal, state, and provincial levels to consider how we can most effectively combat human trafficking. "
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 2 November, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Human Rights, News, Official Reports, Ottawa, Reports, Speeches, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: human trafficking, speech, TIP Report, Trafficking in Persons Report
Last week, 12 high school students in Ottawa had the opportunity to work with American “beat-maker” Ricardo Luss Nigaglioni, who, with a grant from the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa, conducted a week-long program on composing, performing, recording, and producing music.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 November, 2016 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, News, Ottawa | Tags: dance
Ambassador Heyman’s Remarks at Come From Away Dinner Gander, NL October 28, 2016 As prepared for delivery. Thank you Michael. I am so glad Vicki and I met you and learned about the Canadian Music Theatre Project’s role in creating Come From Away when we visited Sheridan College last year. Even before we met you, ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 31 October, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Events, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: 9/11, Come From Away, Gander, Newfoundland and Labrador, NL, Plane People, September 11
On October 27, officials of the governments of Canada, Mexico, and the United States met for the inaugural meeting of the North American Dialogue on Drug Policy.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 October, 2016 | Topics: News, Policy, U.S. & Canada | Tags: drug policy, north america, North American Dialogue on Drug Policy
Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson traveled to Canada, where he participated in bilateral meetings with key counterparts.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 October, 2016 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Policy, Press Releases, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Department of Homeland Security, DHS, Jeh Johnson, Secretary Jeh Johnson, Secretary Johnson
Canadian politicians and political observers will visit Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from October 30 to November 9 as participants in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 27 October, 2016 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Canada | Tags: election, International Visitor Leadership Program, IVLP
You don't need me to tell you how the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway are a deeply important environmental and economic resource shared between the United States and Canada. I think the numbers speak for themselves.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 27 October, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Fisheries & Marine Issues, News, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Great Lakes, remarks
On October 27, Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson will visit Ottawa, Canada to participate in bilateral meetings with key Canadian counterparts.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 October, 2016 | Topics: Border Issues, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Department of Homeland Security, Secretary Jeh Johnson
United States Ambassador Bruce Heyman Universities Canada “Heading North” Report Launch October 21, 2016 As prepared for delivery. Welcome everyone, and thanks to Paul, the Universities Canada staff, and the university presidents and other representatives who are here today. In one way or another, all of us are in the business of what Secretary of ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 October, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Ottawa, Reports, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Universities Canada
Today U.S. Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman emphasized the importance of academic exchange opportunities for American students in Canada at an event to mark the launch of a Universities Canada report, titled
Heading north: The experience of American students at Canadian universities. Universities Canada President, Paul Davidson joined the Ambassador for the launch, which took place during a meeting of Canadian university presidents in Ottawa. ...
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 October, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Reports, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Universities Canada
The U.S. Consulate General in Toronto is pleased to host an evening watch event for the 2016 United States Presidential Election on Tuesday, November 8, 2016.
Read More» By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 October, 2016 | Topics: Consul General, Events, News, Press Releases, Toronto | Tags: election
For more than 100 years, the IJC has enabled the United States and Canadian governments to manage the levels and flows of our shared waters and has provided expert advice and guidance to help us find solutions that meet the needs of both countries.
