19th Round of Negotiations to Modernize the Columbia River Treaty Regime
The United States and Canada conducted the 19th round of Columbia River Treaty regime negotiations on October 12-13 in Portland, Oregon.
Read More» Readout of Secretary Haaland’s Visit to Ottawa
Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland, Assistant Secretary for Insular and International Affairs Carmen G. Cantor and Assistant Secretary for Indian Affairs Bryan Newland visited Ottawa, Canada, this week.
Read More» 18th Round of Negotiations to Modernize the Columbia River Treaty Regime and Announcement of Public Virtual Listening Session
The United States and Canada conducted the 18th round of Columbia River Treaty regime negotiations on August 10-11 in Seattle, Washington.
Read More»
United States Donates $100,000 for Canadian Communities Affected by Wildland Fires
Today, the U.S. Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development, donated $100,000 (USD) to ADRA International.
Read More» Statement from President Joe Biden on the Wildfires in Canada
Since May, more than 600 U.S. firefighters, support personnel, and firefighting assets have been deployed, working alongside Canadian firefighters to tackle what is likely to be the worst fire season in Canadian history.
Read More» Readout of President Biden’s Call with Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada
President Biden spoke with Prime Minister Trudeau to offer additional support to respond to the devastating and historic wildfires burning in Canada.
Read More» U.S. – Canada Joint Statement on the Great Lakes – St. Lawrence Seaway System Green Shipping Corridor Network Initiative
During the World Leaders Summit at the 27th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC COP27), Canada and the United States announced their joint work to facilitate the establishment of a Green Shipping Corridor Network in the Great Lakes – St. Lawrence Seaway System.
Read More» Conclusion of Round 13 of Columbia River Treaty Negotiations
A United States delegation participated in the 13th round of negotiations with the Government of Canada on the Columbia River Treaty in Richmond, British Columbia, on August 10-11.
Read More» Conclusion of the Twelfth Round of the Columbia River Treaty Negotiations
The United States and Canada concluded the twelfth round of negotiations to modernize the Columbia River Treaty regime on January 10.
Read More» Conclusion of the Eleventh Round of the Columbia River Treaty Negotiations
On December 9, the United States and Canada concluded the eleventh round of negotiations to modernize the Columbia River Treaty regime.
Read More» Eleventh Round of the Columbia River Treaty Negotiations
Office of the Spokesperson Eleventh Round of the Columbia River Treaty Negotiations The United States and Canada will hold the eleventh round of negotiations to modernize the Columbia River Treaty regime on December 9, 2021. The United States and Canada began negotiations in May 2018. The tenth round took place on June 29-30, 2020. …
Read More» READOUT OF AMBASSADOR KATHERINE TAI’S MEETING WITH CANADA’S MINISTER FOR SMALL BUSINESS, EXPORT PROMOTION, AND INTERNATIONAL TRADE, MARY NG
Ambassador Tai and Minister Ng discussed the importance of the multilateral trading system, areas of potential cooperation for a successful MC12, and the need for action to combat the challenges posed by non-market economies.
Read More» Secretary Antony J. Blinken Intervention at Arctic Council Ministerial
This is the preeminent forum for the eight Arctic states and six permanent participants to cooperate and address shared priorities together.
Read More» Release of the 2021 Arctic Council Joint Declaration and Strategic Plan in Reykjavik, Iceland
At the 12th Arctic Council Ministerial meeting in Reykjavik, Iceland, foreign ministers from all eight Arctic States signed onto the 2021 joint declaration.
Read More» The Governments of the United States and Canada Announce New Greening Government Initiative
Today, in conjunction with President Biden’s Leaders Summit on Climate, the United States and Canada announced a new initiative to engage governments around the world in greening government operations.
Read More» Opening Remarks by Secretary Blinken at the Virtual Leaders Summit on Climate
We’re in this together. And what each of our nations does or does not do will not only impact people of our own country, but people everywhere.
Read More» Remarks by President Biden at the Virtual Leaders Summit on Climate Opening Session
Opening remarks by President Joseph R. Biden at the Leaders’ Summit on Climate.
Read More» President Biden Invites 40 World Leaders to Leaders Summit on Climate
Today, President Biden invited 40 world leaders to the Leaders Summit on Climate he will host on April 22 and 23. The virtual Leaders Summit will be live streamed for public viewing.
Read More» Secretary Antony J. Blinken Virtual Discussion with Students on Ice
Remarks during a live discussion with Secretary Blinken and the Students on Ice Foundation.
Read More» Conclusion of the Tenth Round of the Columbia River Treaty Negotiations
On June 29 and 30, the United States and Canada conducted the tenth round of negotiations to modernize the Columbia River Treaty regime via videoconference.
Read More» Conclusion of the Ninth Round of the Columbia River Treaty Negotiations
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» Ninth Round of Negotiations to Modernize the Columbia River Treaty Regime
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» United States and Canada Finalize Action Plan on Critical Minerals Cooperation
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» Postponement of the Ninth Round of Negotiations to Modernize the Columbia River Treaty Regime
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» First Meeting of the U.S.-Canada Critical Minerals Working Group
MEDIA NOTE OFFICE OF THE SPOKESPERSON OCTOBER 4, 2019 First Meeting of the U.S.-Canada Critical Minerals Working Group On October 3, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs Cynthia Kierscht hosted Associate Deputy Minister of Natural Resources Canada Shawn Tupper and representatives from the U.S. and Canadian governments for the first U.S.-Canada Critical Minerals Working …
Read More» Town Hall to Discuss Modernization of the Columbia River Treaty Regime
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» Conclusion of the Seventh Round of Negotiations to Modernize the Columbia River Treaty Regime
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» Canadians to Attend U.S. Renewable Energy and Technology in the Arctic Leadership Program
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»
Conclusion of the Sixth Round of Negotiations to Modernize the Columbia River Treaty Regime
The sixth round of negotiations to modernize the Columbia River Treaty regime was held April 10-11 in Victoria, British Columbia.
Read More» United States, Mexico, and Canada Conclude Trilateral Agreement on Environmental Cooperation
Today the United States of America, Mexico, and Canada finalized a new environmental cooperation agreement (ECA).
Read More» Ambassador Craft’s Remarks at AmCham Canada’s Thanksgiving Celebration
As prepared for delivery.
Read More»
Conclusion of the Third Round of Negotiations to Modernize the Columbia River Treaty Regime
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» U.S. Signs Agreement To Prevent Unregulated Commercial Fishing on the High Seas of the Central Arctic Ocean
Media Note Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC October 1, 2018 U.S. Signs Agreement To Prevent Unregulated Commercial Fishing on the High Seas of the Central Arctic Ocean The United States is pleased to be a signatory of the agreement to prevent unregulated commercial fishing on the high seas of the central Arctic Ocean. …
Read More» U.S. Delegation to the G-7 Environment, Energy, and Oceans Ministerial in Halifax
The Group of Seven (G-7) Environment, Energy, and Oceans Ministerial will take place in Halifax, Nova Scotia, September 19–21, 2018.
Read More»
Conclusion of the Second Round of Negotiations To Modernize the Columbia River Treaty Regime
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» Canadians to Attend U.S. Program on Health Surveillance in the Arctic
Canadian professionals in the fields of public health and veterinary medicine will visit Minneapolis, MN, and Anchorage and Fairbanks, AK, from May 15 to 25 as participants in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).
Read More»
Embassy joins local government partners to open newest spoke in Ottawa’s cycling network
On Friday, May 19, U.S. Mission to Canada Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Moore Aubin attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony hosted by Mayor of Ottawa Jim Watson to open the Mackenzie Avenue Cycling Lane to the public. Chargé Aubin and Mayor Watson were joined by Dr. Mark Kristmanson, CEO of the National Capital Commission, and Nathalie Des Rosiers, …
Read More»
The U.S. Consulate General Quebec City presents Eyes on the Arctic & Northern Stars exhibits
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»![U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson addresses the 10th Arctic Council Ministerial Meeting in Fairbanks, Alaska, on May 11, 2017. [Arctic Council Secretariat photo by Linnea Nordström photo]](https://d2v9ipibika81v.cloudfront.net/uploads/sites/27/2017/05/33757306794_9b678f26cb_k-750x450.jpg "33757306794_9b678f26cb_k")
Secretary Tillerson’s Remarks at the Arctic Council Ministerial Meeting
“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»
Joint Statement from President Donald J. Trump and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
“No two countries share deeper or broader relations than Canada and the United States.”
Read More»
Enbridge Line 67 Draft SEIS Released
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»
United States-Canada Joint Arctic Leaders’ Statement
President Obama and Prime Minister Trudeau are proud to launch actions ensuring a strong, sustainable and viable Arctic economy and ecosystem.
Read More»
The United States and Canada: The Strength of Partnership
“Our exceptional and unique ties are rooted in a common border that stretches for 5,525 miles, over 200 years of closely interwoven history and culture, our largest economic relationship worldwide, our similar values.”
Read More»
Ambassador Heyman’s Remarks at Mackenzie Avenue Bike Lane Reception
“The U.S. Embassy is committed to being a good friend and neighbor.”
Read More»![U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry delivers remarks at the 22nd UN Framework Convention on Climate Change Conference of Parties (COP22) in Marrakech, Morocco, on November 16, 2016. [State Department photo/ Public Domain]](https://d2v9ipibika81v.cloudfront.net/uploads/sites/27/2016/11/22852154858_6f87f79e8a_k-750x450.jpg "22852154858_6f87f79e8a_k")
Secretary Kerry’s Remarks at COP-22
“We have to get this right, and we have to get it right now.”
Read More»
Ambassador Heyman welcomes U.S. delegates to IJC meetings in Ottawa
“I am pleased to welcome members of the U.S. delegation to Ottawa this week for semi-annual meetings of the International Joint Commission (IJC).”
Read More»
DOE, NRCan Announce Pilot Plant to Advance Oxy-Combustion Carbon Capture
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and Canada’s Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) today announced the opening of a new 1 Megawatt Thermal (MWth) facility to test an advanced process to capture carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions from coal-fired power plants.
Read More»
HFC Amendment to the Montreal Protocol
“The world came together today in yet another milestone on the path toward a safer, more sustainable future.”
Read More»
Achieving Carbon Neutral Growth in the Airline Industry
“Today the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) adopted an unprecedented global market-based measure (MBM) that puts the international aviation industry on a path toward sustainable, carbon-neutral growth. It builds on over a decade of work by the United States and other ICAO Member States to reduce international aviation emissions by developing new technologies, improved operations, …
Read More»
President Obama on the Paris Agreement
Today, the world meets the moment. And if we follow through on the commitments that this agreement embodies, history may well judge it as a turning point for our planet.
Read More»
Paris Agreement to Enter into Force
“Today, less than six months later, enough countries – representing enough of the world’s greenhouse gas emissions – have submitted their instruments to formally join. The Paris Agreement will enter into force in 30 days.”
Read More»
Ambassador Heyman on the Great Lakes Public Forum
“On October 6, I will be pleased to join Environment Minister Catherine McKenna at the Great Lakes Public Forum in Toronto.”
Read More»
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 …
Read More»
Presidential Memorandum on Climate Change and National Security
“This memorandum establishes a framework and directs Federal departments and agencies (agencies) to perform certain functions to ensure that climate change-related impacts are fully considered in the development of national security doctrine, policies, and plans.”
Read More»
CEC Ministerial Statement
“The CEC as a long-standing platform for environmental cooperation among Canada, Mexico and the USA, is well positioned to build on the momentum from Paris and respond to our Leaders’ mandates.”
Read More»
Birds of a Feather Create Treaties Together
August 16 marked the 100th anniversary of a treaty signed between the United States and Canada, a treaty that has led to a century’s worth of conservation efforts aimed at protecting some of Earth’s most precious animals: migratory birds.
Read More»
U.S., Canada Celebrate Centennial of Landmark Migratory Bird Treaty
The skies of North America today provide the backdrop for celebrating a century of conservation of one group of Earth’s most treasured animals: migratory birds. On this date in 1916, the first Migratory Bird Treaty was signed between the United States and Canada. Today, the two nations mark the monumental success of this agreement.
Read More»
Remarks by Ambassador Bruce Heyman at the CSG ERC 56th Annual Meeting & Regional Policy Forum
This conversation we are having today about climate, about our shared efforts to move toward a low-carbon future and about protecting our Arctic, is one that deserves to be at the very top of our agenda.”
Read More»
Leaders’ Statement on a North American Climate, Clean Energy, and Environment Partnership
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, President Barack Obama, and President Enrique Peña Nieto share a common commitment to a competitive, low-carbon and sustainable North American economy and society.
Read More»
North American Climate, Clean Energy, and Environment Partnership Action Plan
The North American Climate, Energy, and Environment Partnership was announced by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, President Barack Obama, and President Enrique Peña Nieto on June 29, 2016, at the North American Leaders Summit in Ottawa, Canada.
Read More»
Ambassador Heyman’s Remarks at the North American Climate Policy Forum
“To have decision-makers, influencers, and thought leaders like you engaged in generating a cross-border discussion — a pan-continental discussion actually — is really impressive.”
Read More»
Ground breaks on Mackenzie Avenue cycling lanes
“I am confident that this fantastic project will bring dedicated bike lanes to Mackenzie, but will not only do that, will be a welcome addition to downtown Ottawa.”
Read More»
Oceans Week in Halifax
As part of Oceans Week in Halifax, Dr. Scott Doney of Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution, spent 2.5 days in the city discussing climate change and its affects on the oceans.
Read More»
World Oceans Day
“On World Oceans Day, I challenge all who love the ocean – and all who love the planet – to join us.”
Read More»
U.S., Canada, and Mexico Show Progress on North American Energy Collaboration
“Trilateral energy cooperation between the United States, Canada, and Mexico is crucial to advancing our energy security and growing low-carbon economies.”
Read More»
NASA studies details of a greening Arctic
The northern reaches of North America are getting greener, according to a NASA study that provides the most detailed look yet at plant life across Alaska and Canada. In a changing climate, almost a third of the land cover — much of it Arctic tundra — is looking more like landscapes found in warmer ecosystems.
Read More»
U.S., Canada Target Reductions in Chemicals on New Binational List to Reduce Public Health Risk
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Gina McCarthy and Canada’s Environment and Climate Change Minister Catherine McKenna today announced that Canada and the U.S. have agreed to target reductions of eight chemicals.
Read More»
North America celebrates 100 years of Migratory Birds Protection
This year, the United States, Canada, and Mexico mark the Centennial of the Migratory Birds Treaty — the cornerstone of international efforts to conserve birds that know no borders.
Read More»
Ambassador Underscores Importance of Marine Conservation in Advance of Our Ocean Conference
United States Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman underscored the importance of the responsible management of the marine environment when he spoke at a May 9 panel discussion on marine planning, co-hosted by the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa and World Wildlife Fund-Canada.
Read More»
USDA Northern Forests Climate Hub Form Partnership with Natural Resources Canada
Because the United States and Canada share a similar set of values and challenges related to climate impacts on forests and agricultural lands, the USDA Northern Forests Climate Hub is actively working with Natural Resources Canada and the Canadian Forest Service to share scientific and technical expertise pertaining to climate change adaptation, resources and tools.
Read More»
EPA Announces 28 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative Grants Totaling Over $12.5 Million to Restore Great Lakes
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency today announced 28 Great Lakes Restoration Initiative grants for projects to restore and protect the Great Lakes.
Read More»
Secretary Jewell, Minister McKenna Continue Conversation on Shared Priorities During Canadian Visit
In the lead-up to the North American Leaders Summit this summer, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell today made her first official visit to Canada and met with the Minister of Environment and Climate Change Catherine McKenna, to continue the momentum from Prime Minister Trudeau’s March 10 visit to Washington, D.C. on shared national …
Read More»
Interior Secretary Jewell to Visit Canada & Continue Conversation on Shared Priorities
On Wednesday, April 27, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell will make her first official visit to Canada.
Read More» Acting Assistant Secretary Garber Travels to Ottawa
Acting Assistant Secretary of State for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Judith Garber will travel to Ottawa, Canada, April 27-29.
Read More»![U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry, with his two-year-old granddaughter Isabelle Dobbs-Higginson on his lap and United Nations Secretary-General Ban ki-Moon looking on, signs the COP21 Climate Change Agreement on behalf of the United States during a ceremony on Earth Day, April 22, 2016, at the U.N. General Assembly Hall in New York, N.Y. [State Department photo/ Public Domain]](https://d2v9ipibika81v.cloudfront.net/uploads/sites/27/2016/04/26512345421_881749149f_k-750x450.jpg "26512345421_881749149f_k")
UN Signing Ceremony of the Paris Agreement on Climate Change
“Paris marked the moment when the world finally decided to heed the ever-rising mountain of evidence that had been piling up for years.”
Read More»
Earth Day
“Just as the people who came together on Earth Day in 1970 embraced their responsibility to preserve our planet, today we face a threat that also requires collective action.”
Read More»
Fishackathon 2016 Launches in 40 Cities Worldwide
The U.S. Department of State’s third annual Fishackathon begins today on Earth Day in 40 cities around the world.
Read More»
Department of Interior Grants to Protect North American Waterfowl, Other Bird Species
“One hundred years ago, the United States and Canada signed the first Migratory Bird Treaty, recognizing that protecting these birds and their habitat requires an international effort,” said Secretary Jewell. “As we celebrate the centennial of this landmark conservation treaty this year, we are reminded of the many millions of acres of wetlands lost over …
Read More»
U.S. Special Envoy for Climate Change Travel to Canada
Dr. Jonathan Pershing will travel April 12 – 13 to Ottawa, marking his first official trip as U.S. Special Envoy for Climate Change.
Read More» EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy, ECCC Minister Catherine McKenna align shared priorities
Environment and Climate Change Minister Catherine McKenna and United States Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Gina McCarthy today made the following statement as they concluded successful meetings in Ottawa, Ontario. “Canada and the United States share a common vision: that of a prosperous and sustainable North American economy. One that offers new jobs and new opportunities …
Read More»
EPA Announces $1 Million in Pollution Prevention Funding for Great Lakes States
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is announcing approximately $1 million in funding to support pollution prevention work in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin.
Read More»
How the U.S. and Canada are Fighting Climate Change Together
It is fitting that the United States and Canada — who share the longest common border of any two countries in the world — also share common values and priorities. These have driven and will continue to drive our strong commitment and collaboration on a pathway to a clean energy future.
Read More»
EPA Taking Steps to Cut Methane Emissions from Existing Oil and Gas Sources
“Today, as part of the Obama Administration’s ongoing commitment to act on climate, President Barack Obama and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau committed to new actions to reduce methane pollution from the oil and natural gas sector, the world’s largest industrial source of methane.”
Read More»
U.S.-Canada Joint Statement on Climate, Energy, and Arctic Leadership
President Barack Obama and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau share a common vision of a prosperous and sustainable North American economy, and the opportunities afforded by advancing clean growth.
Read More»
US, Canada Aim to Improve Lake Erie Water Quality
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Gina McCarthy and Canada’s Environment and Climate Change Minister Catherine McKenna today announced that Canada and the U.S. have adopted targets to reduce phosphorus entering affected areas of Lake Erie by 40 percent.
Read More»
Consulate General Supports Conference on Environmental Migration
Wilfrid Laurier University hosted a two-day workshop on environmental migration on January 21-22, 2016, sponsored by US Consulate Toronto.
Read More»
COP-21
“I’ve come here personally, as the leader of the world’s largest economy and the second-largest emitter, to say that the United States of America not only recognizes our role in creating this problem, we embrace our responsibility to do something about it.” Read more on the White House Blog!
Read More»Show More ∨