U.S. Embassy Ottawa Participation in Doors Open Ottawa 2022
The United States Embassy is pleased to announce it will once again participate in this year’s Doors Open Ottawa on Sunday, June 5.
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United States Embassy in Ottawa Commemorates 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing
The United States Embassy in Ottawa will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing with out-of-this-world visual displays featuring iconic images from space on the Embassy’s exterior.
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Young Canadian leaders travel to United States as 2018 Youth Ambassadors
July 12, 2018 For immediate release The United States Embassy in Ottawa, in partnership with the State University of New York (SUNY) College at Plattsburgh, World Learning, and Fulbright Canada, is pleased to announce the selection of 13 outstanding Canadian youth community leaders and two Canadian adult educators for the Youth Ambassadors program. The selected …
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Mammoth tusks repatriated to Canada from the United States into care of Canadian Museum of Nature
Two mammoth tusks have been returned to Canada from the United States after being recovered during an investigation by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. The tusks have been given to the care of the Canadian Museum of Nature, Canada’s national museum of natural history and natural sciences, where they are housed in the museum’s national …
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The New Yorker’s Peter Schjeldahl to become first art critic featured in Contemporary Conversations Series
The Embassy of the United States in Ottawa, in partnership with the National Gallery of Canada (NGC), is pleased to welcome renowned American art critic Peter Schjeldahl for the second lecture in the third edition of the Contemporary Conversations series on February 8, 2018.
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Stephen Wilkes to Unveil Commemorative Work for Canada 150 and Launch Third Contemporary Conversations Series
The Embassy of the United States in Ottawa, in partnership with the National Gallery of Canada (NGC), is pleased to welcome renowned American artist Stephen Wilkes for the unveiling of a special work commemorating Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation, opening the third edition of Contemporary Conversations on November 30.
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U.S. Consulate Calgary hosts exhibit celebrating 150 years of U.S.-Canada relations
You’re invited to celebrate 150 years of U.S.-Canada relations with U.S. Consulate Calgary.
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U.S. Ships in Québec City for Rendez-Vous Naval 2017
This year, the traditional 4th of July celebrations of the U.S. Consulate General in Québec City were uniquely significant, as they took place aboard two U.S. ships on an official visit to Québec as part of the city’s much-anticipated Rendez-Vous Naval 2017. The USS Jason Dunham and the USCGC Eagle moored in the Old Port …
Read More» First Lady Melania Trump to Lead the United States Delegation to the 2017 Invictus Games in Toronto, Canada
The Office of First Lady is today announcing that First Lady Melania Trump will lead the United States delegation in support of the 90 American athletes slated to compete at the Invictus Games in Toronto, Canada, from September 23 to 30, 2017. More than 550 wounded servicemen and women from 17 allied nations are expected …
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American Gifts for a Canadian Birthday: The U.S. Mission to Canada Tells a Story of Friendship to Honor 150 Years
“Canada 150” is the talk of the country in 2017. To mark the occasion, the U.S. Mission to Canada designed two bilingual exhibits that are touring the country over the course of the year. “Northern Stars” chronicles 150 years of U.S.-Canadian relations.
Read More» U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Moore Aubin commends Canadian Government’s decision on future of former U.S. Embassy building
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:
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U.S. Embassy to host Fourth of July Celebration in Ottawa
For Immediate Release 06/20/2017 OTTAWA – The U.S. Embassy Ottawa will host the annual Fourth of July Independence Day celebration ( #July4Canada and #4juilletCA ) in Ottawa on Tuesday, July 4, 2017, from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. on the grounds of Lornado, the U.S. Ambassador’s Residence. Guests will be admitted by invitation only. This year’s event, themed …
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Happy 150th, Canada!
In commemoration of Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation, the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa is featuring congratulatory messages from governors of U.S. states bordering Canada in an exhibit now available for public viewing on the U.S. Embassy’s Mackenzie Avenue outer fence. The exhibit will be on display from June 2 until the first week of July.
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Toronto Consulate Supports Docs For Schools Program
North America’s largest documentary festival Hot Docs took place in Toronto on April 27-May 7, 2017 and the U.S. Consulate supported it by funding four American films as part of the festival’s Docs For Schools program.
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U.S. Exhibits Celebrate 150 Years of Friendship with Canada
As Canada celebrates the 150th anniversary of Confederation, the U.S. Consulate General in Toronto presents two photographic exhibitions Northern Stars and Eyes on the Arctic. The exhibitions are free and open to the general public. The bilingual, multimedia displays showcase the historic relationship between the United States and Canada, our shared Arctic heritage, and U.S.-Canada cooperation …
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Chargé d’affaires Aubin’s Remarks at the International Pavilion’s Grand Opening
“Happy 150th! We look forward to 150 more years of friendship and beyond.”
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Foreign Agricultural Service Celebrates 150 Years of U.S.-Canadian Agricultural Partnership
Yesterday, the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service hosted a sensational reception at the National Capital Commission (NCC)’s International Pavilion celebrating 150 years of agricultural friendship between the United States and Canada. In her opening remarks, U.S. Embassy Ottawa Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Aubin Moore reinforced that farmers on both sides of the U.S. Canada border are committed …
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U.S. Mission to Canada And COSTI to Implement Refugee Youth Leadership Program
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.
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Honoring Philip Glass
On Saturday evening in Ottawa, Maestro Glass was honored with a reception at Lornado, the official residence of the United States Ambassador to Canada.
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Beat-maker inspires Ottawa students thanks to grant from U.S. Embassy
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» Canadians Travel to United States for Global Digital Leaders Exchange
Two Canadian experts in digital governance will visit Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from October 22 to November 5, along with 23 other participants from around the world, in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).
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Anne Chu: “Connecting the Ordinary and the Fantastical”
“I think of Anne Chu’s work as a metaphorical bridge, connecting the ordinary and the fantastical, old world traditions and new, but also as a bridge between places.”
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“Film Diplomacy” in Iqaluit
American film expert Claire Aguilar will visit Iqaluit from October 5 to October 7 to participate in a program of peer-to-peer engagement and cultural diplomacy through film.
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Ottawa Citizen Style features Mrs. Vicki Heyman
Published September 27, 2016 Vicki Heyman: Lornado’s Lasting Legacy Laura Robin, Ottawa Citizen It’s the hottest part of the afternoon on one of the hottest days of the summer, well over 40 C with the humidity. Vicki Heyman has a miserable head cold that she picked up during two weeks of appointment-packed travel in the North with her husband, U.S. Ambassador Bruce Heyman. She must be …
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Ambassador Heyman and Students Practice Culinary Diplomacy at Algonquin College
Today U.S. Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman participated in a cooking demonstration at Algonquin College’s School of Hospitality and Tourism.
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Contemporary Conversations: Who is the late Anne Chu?
On September 29, the Embassy of the United States in Ottawa and the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Art in Embassies, in partnership with the National Gallery of Canada, will close the 2016 season of the Contemporary Conversations series with a presentation on the work of recently deceased American artist Anne Chu.
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Consulate Toronto Sponsors Brilliant Science Program at ROM
The U.S. Consulate General in Toronto sponsored the Royal Ontario Museum’s (ROM) Family Fundays event on September 17-18, 2016 which was attended by more than 8,500 people. The program titled “Brilliant Science” was part of the educational programming related to the Dale Chihuly Exhibition at the ROM from June 24, 2016 to January 2, 2017. …
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U.S. Consulate Toronto Supports Sidra Project at TIFF
On September 15th, Artscape launched the Sidra Project at the Toronto International Film Festival with some help from our Toronto Consulate General.
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Toronto Consulate Hosts State Alumni Cocktail during TIFF
U.S. Consulate General in Toronto hosted a reception for a diverse group of Department of State alumni in Toronto on the Consulate rooftop patio on the afternoon of September 10, 2016.
Read More» Remarks by Ambassador Bruce Heyman at opening dinner of The Robert Mapplethorpe Exhibition
Vicki and I are so proud to join you this evening to celebrate the legacy of one of the most iconic photographers in American history, Robert Mapplethorpe.
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#July4Canada
Ambassador Bruce Heyman and his wife, Vicki, welcomed more than 4,000 people to Lornado for this year’s 4th of July celebrations.
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Ambassador Heyman helps open ROM’s #ChihulyTO Exhibit
“Culture is vital to the fabric of both of our countries — which is why I have made cultural diplomacy one of my four policy priorities as the U.S. Ambassador to Canada.”
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Ambassador Heyman in the North
Ambassador Heyman spent more than a week visiting Canada’s Far North as part of Global Affairs Canada’s Northern Tour 2016.
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Out of this World: NASA Scientists Encourage Canadian Girls to Pursue Careers in STEM
U.S. Embassy Ottawa was over the moon to host National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Chief Scientist Dr. Ellen Stofan and Chief Technologist Dr. David Miller on May 19 as they addressed about 50 young women interested in pursuing higher education in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM).
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Toronto Consulate Honors American Filmmakers at Hot Docs Reception
On May 3rd, the U.S. Consulate in Toronto along with Ambassador Heyman, Mrs. Heyman and the Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Film Festival hosted a cocktail reception in honor of American filmmakers and directors present for this year’s 10 day festival. Hot Docs, which organizes North America’s largest documentary festival in Toronto every year, welcomed …
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Theaster Gates to participate in second season of Contemporary Conversations
The Embassy of the United States in Ottawa and the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Art in Embassies , in partnership with the National Gallery of Canada, will welcome internationally renowned American artist Theaster Gates on May 12th as the second speaker in the 2016 Contemporary Conversations series. Contemporary Conversations ( #artconvoAIE ) invites iconic American artists to Ottawa for …
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Memphis in May meets Ottawa in April
Memphis is in the building!
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Contemporary Conversations: Kiki Smith at the National Gallery
Back by popular demand, the Contemporary Conversations series (#artconvoAIE) kicked off its 2016 season Thursday, March 31, with a capacity crowd as more than 500 guests came out to hear American artist Kiki Smith speak at the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa, ON. The daughter of celebrated visual artist Tony Smith, Kiki Smith is …
Read More» Canadians Travel to United States for Program on Women in STEM Professions
Canadian experts in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) will visit Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from March 21-29 as participants in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). They will have the opportunity to learn about U.S. policy initiatives and programs to strengthen STEM education and career paths among women, particularly in under-served and …
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Kiki Smith to launch second season of Contemporary Conversations
The Embassy of the United States in Ottawa and the U.S. Department of State’s Office of Art in Embassies, in partnership with the National Gallery of Canada, will welcome renowned American artist Kiki Smith as the first speaker in the 2016 edition of the Contemporary Conversations series on March 31 at the Gallery. Contemporary Conversations …
Read More» Canadians Travel to United States for Program on Anti-Radicalization and Combating Violent Extremism
Canadian experts who work on countering violent extremism among youth will visit Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from March 7-25 as participants in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).
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Read Across America Day
“The moment we persuade a child to pick up a book for the first time we change their lives forever for the better, and on Read Across America Day, we recommit to getting literary works into our young peoples’ hands early and often.”
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Women’s History Month
“During Women’s History Month, we remember the trailblazers of the past, including the women who are not recorded in our history books, and we honor their legacies by carrying forward the valuable lessons learned from the powerful examples they set.”
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Toronto Consulate Supports Toronto Black Film Festival
Consulate Toronto’s Public Affairs Section (PAS) funded the participation of seven U.S. film directors and actors in the Toronto Black Film Festival (TBFF) this year.
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Ambassador Visits Naismith Museum
Ambassador Heyman took a trip to Almonte, Ontario — and to the very earliest days of basketball!
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Collective Stance Exhibition by New York-Based Artist Opens in Toronto
The “Collective Stance” exhibition by New York-based artist Leslie Hewitt, featuring her collaboration with renowned cinematographer Bradford Young, opened on Friday, January 29, 2016 at The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery in Toronto.
Read More» United States Ambassador, Canadian Minister of Sport to Visit Naismith Museum
United States Ambassador to Canada Bruce A. Heyman and the Honorable Carla Qualtrough, Canada’s Minister of Sport and Persons with Disabilities, will visit the Naismith Museum on February 2 to explore Canada’s role — past, present, and future — in the history of basketball.
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Embassy and National Gallery Announce Artists and Dates for Contemporary Conversations 2016 season
The Embassy of the United States in Ottawa and the U.S. Department of State’s office of Art in Embassies, in partnership with the National Gallery of Canada, are excited to announce the continuation of the Contemporary Conversations (#artconvoAIE) series for a second season. Contemporary Conversations invites iconic American artists to Ottawa for discussions on topics …
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Embassy and Consulates to Mark Black History Month Through the Arts
The Embassy of the United States and its Consulates across Canada are preparing to commemorate Black History Month through a series of events that will use the arts to encourage understanding and discussion. The premier event will be an exhibit of paintings by the Florida Highwaymen at Ottawa’s SAW Gallery. The exhibit, curated by Guy …
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Consul General Makes Remarks at Reflections on Culture and Identity
Consul General Juan Alsace gave remarks at the opening reception of a student exhibition titled “Reflections on Culture and Identity” at the Gardiner Museum on January 6, 2016.
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Consul General Juan Alsace Visits the Aga Khan Museum
Consul General Juan Alsace toured the Aga Khan Museum and Ismaili Center with the Center’s Executive Director Mohammed Dhanani and Museum Director Henry Kim on Friday, November 20, 2015. The Consul General discussed expanding cross-border and cross-cultural dialogues during the visit to the museum. The museum is dedicated to the collection, research, preservation and display …
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Welcoming Hamse Warfa to Winnipeg
U.S. Consulate Winnipeg wants to thank U.S. author Hamse Warfa for visiting with us, the Somali community in Winnipeg and Manitobans from all walks of life last week. Hamse carried a dynamic and important message about the Somali diaspora in both Canada and the United States as well as his experiences, good and bad, with …
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