Vice President Mike Pence to Travel to Canada
Vice President Mike Pence will travel to Ottawa, Canada on behalf of President Donald Trump on Thursday, May 30th. Read More»
China’s New Road in the Americas: Beyond Silk and Silver
April 26, 2019 - Remarks by Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Western Hemisphere Affairs, Kimberly Brier. Read More»
Secretary Pompeo’s Meeting with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo met yesterday with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland in Washington, D.C. Read More»
Under Secretary Hale’s Travel to Canada for U.S.-Canada High-Level Policy Review Group
Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs David Hale will travel to Canada January 29-30. Read More»
Press Availability at the U.S. – Canada 2+2 Ministerial
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»
Secretary Pompeo and Secretary Mattis’ Meeting with Canada’s Foreign Minister Freeland and Defense Minister Sajjan
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»
Remarks by President Trump, Prime Minister Trudeau, and President Peña Nieto at Signing Ceremony for the USMCA
Remarks by President Trump, Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada, and President Peña Nieto of Mexico at Signing Ceremony for the United States—Mexico—Canada Agreement Palacio Duhau – Park Hyatt Buenos Aires Buenos Aires, Argentina 9:24 A.M. AST PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you very much. We’re gathered together this afternoon for a very historic occasion: The signing ... Read More»
Secretary Pompeo’s Call With Canadian Foreign Minister Freeland
Readout Office of the Spokesperson Washington, DC October 10, 2018 Secretary Pompeo’s Call With Canadian Foreign Minister Freeland The below is attributable to Spokesperson Heather Nauert: Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke by phone today with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland. The two congratulated the U.S., Canada, and Mexico teams on reaching a successful conclusion ... Read More»
Joint Statement from United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer and Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland
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»
Secretary Pompeo’s Call With Canadian Foreign Minister Freeland
Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland. They discussed the dispute between Saudi Arabia and Canada over Canada’s call for releasing civil rights activists. The Secretary also discussed Iran and Ukraine. Read More»
Secretary Pompeo’s Call With Canadian Foreign Minister Freeland
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»
Secretary Kirstjen M. Nielsen Meets with Canadian Minister Ahmed Hussen
Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen M. Nielsen today met with the Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship for Canada Ahmed Hussen in Washington, D.C to reaffirm their commitment to working together on immigration and border security issues. Read More»
Remarks by Secretary Pompeo with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland before their meeting
Remarks by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo with Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Chrystia Freeland, May 11, 2018. Read More»
Press Availability by Acting Secretary Sullivan in Toronto, Canada
John J. Sullivan Acting Secretary of State Toronto, Canada April 23, 2018 Press Availability by Acting Secretary Sullivan in Toronto, Canada ACTING SECRETARY SULLIVAN: Good afternoon, everyone. It’s a pleasure to be here in Toronto for the G7 ministerial meeting. Toronto is a beautiful city (inaudible) and lovely weather, beautiful facilities here at the university. Very grateful ... Read More»
Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Closing of the Seventh Round of NAFTA Renegotiations
Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Closing of the Seventh Round of NAFTA Renegotiations As Delivered March 5, 2018 Mexico City, Mexico Ambassador Lighthizer: Good Afternoon. Let me begin by commending Secretary Guajardo for a terrific job hosting this seventh round of negotiations here in Mexico City. It is a privilege to return to ... Read More»
Closing Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Sixth Round of NAFTA Renegotiations
Closing Statement of USTR Robert Lighthizer at the Sixth Round of NAFTA Renegotiations As Delivered January 29, 2018 Montreal, Canada Ambassador Lighthizer: It is a pleasure to be here in Quebec. Montreal is one of the great cities of the world, and I have not been back in many years, and I’ve missed it. ... Read More»
Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson co-hosts the Vancouver Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on Security and Stability on the Korean Peninsula
Co-hosts United States Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson and Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Chrystia Freeland convened the Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on Security and Stability on the Korean Peninsula on January 16, 2018 in Vancouver, British Columbia to discuss the global threat of a nuclearized Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK) and investigate options ... Read More»
Opening Remarks by Secretary Tillerson at the Vancouver Foreign Ministers’ Meeting on Security and Stability on the Korean Peninsula
Remarks With Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland, South Korean Foreign Minister Kang Kyung-wha, Japanese Foreign Minister Taro Kono, and UK Foreign Secretary Boris Johnson At the Vancouver Foreign Ministers’ Meeting On Security and Stability on the Korean Peninsula Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Vancouver Convention Centre Vancouver, Canada January 16, 2018 FOREIGN MINISTER FREELAND: So ... Read More»
Remarks by Secretary Tillerson with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland at a Press Availability
Press Availability Rex W. Tillerson Secretary of State Vancouver, Canada January 16, 2018 FOREIGN MINISTER FREELAND: Sorry to be a bit late. We had a lot we had to pack into the day. And thanks to everyone for joining us. I’d like to begin by acknowledging that the land on which we gather is ... Read More»
Seven Canadian Mayors to attend Workshop on Countering Violent Extremism
The U.S. Department of State and the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa, in partnership with the Strong Cities Network, has invited seven mayors and other representatives from Canadian cities to Washington, D.C., for a workshop January 24, 2018, with American and international mayors on Countering Violent Extremism (CVE). Read More»
Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson visits Ottawa
Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson traveled to Ottawa on December 19 at the invitation of Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs Chrystia Freeland for his first official visit to Canada as Secretary of State. Discussions covered U.S.-Canadian coordination on a range of global and regional topics, including the threat posed by North Korea and the situation in Venezuela. Secretary Tillerson ... Read More»
Remarks by Secretary of State Rex Tillerson with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland at a Press Availability
As delivered. FOREIGN MINISTER FREELAND: Okay. Hi, everybody. Great to see everyone here. Before I begin, I’d like to extend Canada’s thoughts and condolences to our American guests in light of the terrible train derailment in Washington state. We extend our sympathies to those who lost loved ones and wish a full and swift recovery to ... Read More»
Remarks by Secretary of State Rex Tillerson to Mission Canada Personnel
As delivered. It wasn’t in my remarks to hit the button and make it go green. It’s green now. (Laughter.) Well, let me say again how much we appreciate – (laughter) – all of you and our folks across the countries in how you represent us and the important role you play across this vast ... Read More»
Remarks by Ambassador Kelly Craft at the Symposium on the Korean Peninsula
As delivered. Good morning everyone! First of all, let me thank Deputy Minister Shugart and Ambassador Shin for inviting us to co-host this important symposium. We are so pleased to join you as partners in this event today. The current trends and events in East Asia have dominated the headlines of late, and for good ... Read More»
Remarks by Ambassador Kelly Craft at the American Chamber of Commerce in Canada Christmas Reception
As prepared for delivery. Thank you, Rick for that kind introduction. You read it just the way I wrote it, which I appreciate! Rick and his Chamber colleagues briefed me on my very first official trip to the Toronto consulate. The American Chamber here is a WORKING chamber, and it deserves much of the credit ... Read More»
Trilateral Statement on the Conclusion of the Fifth Round of NAFTA Negotiations
Trilateral Statement on the Conclusion of the Fifth Round of NAFTA Negotiations Mexico City, Mexico – Today in Mexico City, the negotiating teams of Mexico, Canada, and the United States, concluded the Fifth Round of the renegotiation and modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), gathering nearly 30 negotiating groups. In response to ... Read More»
Ambassador Kelly Craft meets with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
November 3, 2017 For Immediate Release Ambassador Kelly Craft meets with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau U.S. Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft met with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau today in Ottawa. In this initial meeting, the Prime Minister and Ambassador Craft discussed key issues in the extensive and productive U.S.-Canada relationship. Ambassador Craft expressed her ... Read More»
U.S. Embassy Ottawa Welcomes Ambassador Kelly Craft to Canada
United States Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft presented her letters of credence to Governor General of Canada Julie Payette on October 23 at Rideau Hall. We are pleased to offer an introductory video about Ambassador Craft and her background for Canadians to get to know her. You can find the video on our Facebook page and YouTube channel . ... Read More»
Ambassador–Designate Kelly Craft to present Letters of Credence to Governor General Julie Payette
October 19, 2017 For Immediate Release Ambassador–designate Kelly Craft to present Letters of Credence to Governor General Julie Payette OTTAWA – The Embassy of the United States of America is pleased to share in the announcement that Her Excellency the Right Honourable Julie Payette, Governor General of Canada, will receive Ambassador-designate Kelly Craft’s letters of ... Read More»
Trilateral Statement on the Conclusion of the Fourth Round of NAFTA Negotiations
Washington, DC – Today, United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland, and Mexican Secretary of the Economy Ildefonso Guajardo successfully concluded the fourth round of the renegotiation and modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The round took place in Arlington, Virginia, from October 11-17, 2017, covering seven ... Read More»
Remarks by President Trump and Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada Before Bilateral Meeting
PRESIDENT TRUMP: Thank you all very much. I very much appreciate it. We are here with a man who has become a friend of mine, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mrs. Trudeau. Thank you so much. Appreciate it. And we are discussing many things, including NAFTA. But we have discussions scheduled for quite a few ... Read More»
Trilateral Statement on the Conclusion of the Third Round of NAFTA Negotiations
Ottawa, Canada – Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland, Mexican Secretary of the Economy Ildefonso Guajardo, and United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer today successfully concluded the third round of the renegotiation and modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The round took place in Ottawa, Canada from September 23 to 27, 2017. Negotiators ... Read More»
First Lady Melania Trump Greets U.S. Athletes at the 2017 Invictus Games in Toronto, Canada
On September 23, 2017, First Lady of the United States Melania Trump and a Presidential delegation greeted United States Invictus Games competitors and their friends and families at a reception honoring the participants. The reception was co- hosted by the U.S. Consulate General in Toronto and the Fisher House Foundation. Read More»
Statement by Secretary Tillerson on Canada Day
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»
President Donald J. Trump Announces his Intent to Nominate Kelly Knight Craft of Kentucky to be U.S. Ambassador to Canada
June 14, 2017 President Donald J. Trump today announced his intent to nominate Kelly Knight Craft of Kentucky to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to Canada. Ms. Kelly Craft heads Kelly G. Knight LLC, a business advisory firm based in Lexington. She also currently serves on the University of Kentucky ... Read More»
United States Secretary of the Treasury Meets With Canadian Ministers and Parliamentarians
United States Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin met with his Canadian counterpart Finance Minister Bill Morneau and a number of Canadian Ministers and parliamentarians today, on his first visit to Canada as Secretary. Read More»
Statement by Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis on Canada’s Defense Policy
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»
U.S.-Canada High-Level Policy Review Group Meets in Ottawa
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»
![U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, with Chief of Staff Margaret Peterlin and Acting Assistant Secretary of State for Western Hemisphere Affairs Francisco Palmieri, hosts a working breakfast for Mexican Foreign Secretary Luis Videgaray Caso and Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland at the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C., on May 31, 2017. Also pictured is Canadian Ambassador to the U.S. David MacNaughton. [State Department photo/ Public Domain]](https://d2v9ipibika81v.cloudfront.net/uploads/sites/27/2017/06/s-freeland-750x450.jpg "s-freeland")
Secretary Tillerson Meets With Canadian Foreign Minister Freeland and Mexican Foreign Secretary Videgaray
U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson hosted a working breakfast this morning with Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Chrystia Freeland and Mexico’s Secretary of Foreign Relations Luis Videgaray at the Department of State in Washington, D.C. Read More»
North American Defense Leaders Agree on Need for Cooperation
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»
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»
Notification of Intent to Renegotiate NAFTA
"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»
![U.S. Secretary of State Rex W. Tillerson hosts a working dinner with U.S. Secretary of Defense James Mattis for Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland and Canadian Defense Minister Harjit Sajjan, at the Department of State in Washington, D.C., May 15, 2017. [State Department photo/ Public Domain]](https://d2v9ipibika81v.cloudfront.net/uploads/sites/27/2017/05/secstate-sajjan-750x450.jpg "secstate-sajjan")
Secretary Tillerson and Secretary Mattis meet with Minister Freeland and Minister Sajjan
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and Secretary of Defense James Mattis recently hosted Canadian Ministers Chrystia Freeland and Harjit Sajjan in Washington for policy discussions at the Department of State. Read More»
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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»
President Trump’s Call with Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada and President Peña Nieto of Mexico
Late this afternoon, President Donald J. Trump spoke with both President Peña Nieto of Mexico and Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada. Read More»
U.S. Department of Commerce Issues Affirmative Preliminary Countervailing Duty Determination on Softwood Lumber from Canada
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»
Special Presidential Envoy for Global Coalition to Counter ISIS visits Ottawa
Special Presidential Envoy for the Global Coalition to Counter ISIS Brett McGurk visited Ottawa today for senior-level discussions with Canadian officials including Minister of Foreign Affairs Chrystia Freeland, Minister of National Defense Harjit Sajjan, and National Security Advisor Daniel Jean. Read More»
President Donald J. Trump Signs an Executive Order Establishing the President’s Commission on Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis
Republished from www.whitehouse.gov . On March 29, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order establishing the President’s Commission on Combating Drug Addiction and the Opioid Crisis. The Commission will be chaired by Governor Chris Christie and will study ways to combat and treat the scourge of drug abuse, addiction, and the opioid crisis, which was ... Read More»
Joint Statement by Homeland Security Secretary Kelly and Canadian Public Safety Minister Goodale
Today, the Honorable Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, met with the Honorable John Kelly, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, during his first trip to Canada as Secretary and they made the following statement. Read More»
DHS Secretary Kelly’s Upcoming Trip to Canada
On Friday, March 10, Secretary of Homeland Security John Kelly will travel to Ottawa, Canada, where he will participate in bilateral meetings with multiple Canadian ministers to discuss U.S.-Canada collaboration across the broad spectrum of the DHS portfolio. Read More»
![U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson delivers remarks on issues related to President Trump’s Executive Order on Protecting the Nation from Foreign Terrorist Entry in to the United States during a press event, which included U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions and U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security John Kelly, in Washington, D.C., March 6, 2017. [DHS photo by Jetta Disco]](https://d2v9ipibika81v.cloudfront.net/uploads/sites/27/2017/03/32906445420_2b726a53f4_k-750x450.jpg "32906445420_2b726a53f4_k")
Secretary Tillerson’s Remarks on President Trump’s Executive Order Signed Today
"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»
Treasury Secretary Mnuchin Meets with Canadian Minister of Finance Morneau
Secretary of the Treasury Steven Mnuchin met in Washington yesterday with Canada’s Minister of Finance Bill Morneau. Read More»
Treasury Secretary Mnuchin’s Call with Canadian Finance Minister of Finance Morneau
U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin spoke by phone today with Canadian Minister of Finance Bill Morneau. Read More»
Readout of the President’s call with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada
President Donald J. Trump spoke today with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to reiterate America’s strong bilateral cooperation with Canada. Read More»
Empowering Female Leaders
President Trump promised to make women’s empowerment a priority. Earlier this week, President Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Trudeau took the first steps toward making that a reality by creating the United States-Canada Council for Advancement of Women Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders. “In order to create economic growth and lots of very good, well-paying jobs, ... Read More»
Joint press statements with U.S. Secretary of Defense James Mattis and NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg
"The Alliance remains a fundamental bedrock for the United States and for all the transatlantic community bonded as we are together." Read More»
Remarks by President Trump and Prime Minister Trudeau in Joint Press Conference
"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»
President Donald J. Trump Welcomes Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to the White House
On Monday, February 13, 2017 President Trump will welcome Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to the White House. Read More»
Secretary of Defense James Mattis’ Call with Canada Minister of National Defence Harjit Sajjan
Secretary of Defense James Mattis spoke this morning via telephone with Canadian Minister of National Defence Harjit Sajjan in Secretary Mattis' first telephone conversation with a defense counterpart since being confirmed as secretary of defense on Jan. 20. Read More»
Elizabeth Moore Aubin Becomes Chargé d’Affaires at U.S. Embassy
January 18, 2017 Ambassador Bruce Heyman departed Canada today, ending his tenure as U.S. Ambassador. Effective immediately and pending the appointment and arrival of a new ambassador, Deputy Chief of Mission Elizabeth Moore Aubin will serve as Chargé d’Affaires, a.i. Ms. Aubin began her tenure as the Deputy Chief of Mission in May 2016. Previously, ... Read More»
Statement by Secretary Johnson on Congressional Support for Preclearance Expansion with Canada
I applaud Congress for passing the Promoting Travel, Commerce, and National Security Act of 2016 on December 10. This legislation enables us to implement the critical 2015 United States and Canada Agreement on Land, Rail, Marine, and Air Transport Preclearance (LRMA). Read More»
Vice President Biden in Canada
Few nations on Earth share more than America and Canadians. Read More»
U.S.-Canada High-Level Policy Review Group Meets in Washington, D.C.
Senior Department of State officials co-chaired the ninth U.S.-Canada High-Level Policy Review Group today in Washington, D.C. Read More»
Assistant Secretary Crocker Travel to Ottawa
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»
International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
John Kerry Secretary of State Washington, DC November 25, 2016 On the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, the United States reaffirms our belief that gender-based violence is never acceptable, that women and girls have the right to live free from violence, and that countries are stronger when homes, neighborhoods, and communities ... Read More»
DHS Secretary Johnson’s Upcoming Trip to Canada
On October 27, Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson will visit Ottawa, Canada to participate in bilateral meetings with key Canadian counterparts. Read More»
U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for the Global Coalition to Counter ISIL/Da’esh Visits Canada
U.S. Special Presidential Envoy Brett McGurk visited Ottawa today for a series of high-level meetings with Canadian officials including Foreign Minister Stéphane Dion, Defense Minister Harjit Sajjan, and Chief of Defense Staff General Jonathan Vance Read More»
The State of the Border
"The United States and Canada share the largest peaceful border between two nations in the world -- a truly remarkable accomplishment in today’s world." Read More»
Deputy Secretary to Lead U.S. Government Delegation to Global Fund’s Fifth Replenishment Conference
U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Heather Higginbottom will lead the official U.S. government delegation to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria's Fifth Replenishment Conference, which will be held September 16-17 in Montreal, Canada. Read More»
Vice President Biden’s Call With Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
The Vice President spoke with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau today by telephone to discuss deeper cooperation on a range of global issues. Read More»
STB Chair Meets with Canadian Transportation Agency
Today, Chairman Daniel R. Elliott III of the Surface Transportation Board is visiting the Canadian Transportation Agency in Ottawa, Canada to discuss opportunities for the two agencies to work together and to share information and best practices. Read More»
President Obama’s Address to the Parliament of Canada
"As we go forward together, on that freedom road, let’s stay true to the values that make us who we are -- Canadians and Americans, allies and friends, now and forever." Read More»
North American Leaders’ Summit Press Conference
"This is my fourth North American Leaders' Summit, and the first that Canada is hosting in nearly a decade. And this reflects the new commitment that Prime Minister Trudeau has brought to our shared vision of a strong and integrated North America. " Read More»
Trilateral M.O.U. Promoting Women’s Entrepreneurship and the Growth of Women-Owned Enterprises in North America
At NALS 2016, the United States, Canada and Mexico signed a memorandum of understanding welcoming Canada into the MUSEIC Women’s Entrepreneurship Subcommittee. Read More»
United States Key Deliverables for the 2016 North American Leaders’ Summit
Today President Obama met in Ottawa, Canada with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada and President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico for the North American Leaders' Summit. Read More»
Secretary Kerry’s Travel to Canada
U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry will accompany President Obama on June 29 to Ottawa to meet with Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada and President Peña Nieto of Mexico for the North American Leaders Summit (NALS). Read More»
Pledging Conference in Support of Iraq
On July 20, the United States will join with Canada, Germany and Japan to co-host a Pledging Conference in Washington, D.C. in Support of Iraq. Read More»
Secretary Pritzker at the 2016 SelectUSA Investment Summit
"In just five years, SelectUSA has truly become an economic necessity." Read More»
Ambassador Heyman’s Remarks at the AmCham Canada SelectUSA Reception
"I'm proud to say that with our 108 delegates, Canada will have the second largest country delegation at this year's SelectUSA Summit." Read More»
Statement on the Softwood Lumber Negotiations
"The United States and Canada are committed to continuing negotiations in an effort to achieve a durable and equitable solution for North American softwood lumber producers, downstream industries and consumers." 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»
Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs to Travel to Canada
Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Tom Shannon will travel to Ottawa, Canada June 15. Read More»
Arctic stakeholders gain momentum through historic forum
Today, leaders representing all eight coast guard agencies of the Arctic nations signed a joint statement establishing the framework for the Arctic Coast Guard Forum’s multi-year strategic plan. Read More»
Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTI Persons Randy Berry Travels to Canada
Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTI Persons Randy Berry will travel to Ottawa, Canada, June 1st and 2nd to participate in a panel session at the Dignity Initiative LGBTI Human Rights Globally Conference. 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»
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»
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»
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Country Reports on Human Rights Practices for 2015
"In the arena of human rights, every government – every government – has the ability to improve, including the United States. " 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»
FTC, CRTC Sign Anti-Spam Enforcement Memorandum of Understanding
The Federal Trade Commission has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) to strengthen cross-border cooperation regarding Do Not Call and anti-spam enforcement matters. Read More»
Remarks by President Obama to the People of Cuba
I have come here to bury the last remnant of the Cold War in the Americas. I have come here to extend the hand of friendship to the Cuban people. Read More»
Assistant Secretary Robinson’s Travel to Canada
Assistant Secretary of State for Conflict and Stabilization Operations David M. Robinson will travel to Ottawa, Canada, March 22-24, to meet with counterparts at Canada's Stabilization and Reconstruction Task Force (START). Read More»
United States and Canada Announce Preclearance Expansion
Canada and the United States intend to further strengthen our relationship and enhance our mutual security, prosperity, and economic competitiveness Read More»
President Obama and Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada at State Dinner
"This visit has been a celebration of the values that we share. We, as a peoples, are committed to the principles of equality and opportunity -- the idea that if you work hard and play by the rules, you can make it if you try, no matter what the circumstances of your birth, in both ... Read More»
Celebrating the Strength of the U.S.-Canada Economic Relationship
"Our neighbor to the north is one of the United States’ most important partners across a range of issues, including security, energy, and climate change." Read More»
Canadian State Visit Spousal Event
"Canada is truly one of America’s strongest and closest friends and allies. Our husbands spoke very eloquently today about that friendship. And the President and I are truly honored to have Prime Minister Trudeau and Mrs. Grégoire-Trudeau here today." Read More»
State Luncheon in Honor of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
"The fact is that no country so directly impacts American life as does Canada." 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»
Remarks by President Obama and Prime Minister Trudeau of Canada at Arrival Ceremony
"We are two different countries, but days like this remind us that we're like one big town. And we reaffirm that Americans and Canadians will always be there for each other. Read More»
U.S.-Canadian Relations: A Profound Alliance
President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama hosted Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mrs. Sophie Grégoire Trudeau in Washington, D.C. on March 10 for an Official Visit and a State Dinner at the White House. The visit is a hallmark of the deep friendship and extraordinary cooperation between our neighboring countries. 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»
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Secretary Kerry’s Interview With Lisa Laflamme of CTV
"We have great respect for Canada’s humanitarian heart and for the ability that it has shown to try to screen people and bring them in on a rapid basis." Read More»
Upcoming Visit of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
"We consider ourselves fortunate to call Canada our ally, partner, neighbor, and friend." Read More»
International Women’s Day
"Today, on International Women's Day, we recommit ourselves to achieving a world in which every woman and girl enjoys the full range of rights and freedoms that is her birthright." Read More»
Haiti Special Coordinator Kenneth Merten’s Travel to Canada
Department of State Haiti Special Coordinator Kenneth Merten is in Canada today to meet with senior Canadian government officials to review multilateral efforts in Haiti. 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»
US Attorney General, Secretary of Homeland Security Jointly Host Five Country Ministerial
United States Attorney General Loretta Lynch and United States Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson jointly hosted the Five Country Ministerial and the Quintet of Attorneys General meetings with their counterparts from Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Read More»
Homeland Security Secretary Johnson’s Meeting with Canadian Minister of Transport Garneau
Homeland Security Secretary Jeh Johnson recently welcomed Canadian Minister of Transport Marc Garneau to Washington for a discussion on our continued cooperation on transportation security, maritime safety, and cross-border travel. Read More»
North American Foreign Ministers Meeting
"Our three countries are neighbors and allies, and we are brought together by shared borders, we are strengthened by common values, and we are united in our commitment to build a more competitive, prosperous, and secure continent." Read More»
North American Foreign Ministers Ministerial Preview
"What's on the agenda today are issues that concern North America -- competitiveness, prosperity, environment -- but also the issues that we think we can work most closely to advance and model in terms of behavior and leadership around the world." Read More»
Commerce Secretary Pritzker to Focus on NA Economic Competitiveness During Upcoming Visit to Canada
Pritzker will travel to Ottawa to discuss the U.S.-Canada trade and commercial relationship in meetings with government leaders Will meet with Canadian and Mexican counterparts and business leaders in Toronto for annual North American Competitiveness and Innovation Conference U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker will travel to Ottawa on October 30 for meetings with Canadian ... Read More»
President’s Call with Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada
The President spoke by phone today with Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada to express his deep appreciation for his commitment to the United States-Canada relationship during his time as Prime Minister. The two leaders noted the progress on trade and security that 6½ years of close cooperation has produced. In particular, they noted the ... Read More»
Readout of President’s Call with Prime Minister-Designate Justin Trudeau of Canada
The President spoke by phone today with Prime Minister-designate Justin Trudeau of Canada to congratulate him on the Liberal Party’s victory in the October 19 elections. The two leaders agreed on the importance of deepening the already strong United States-Canada relationship and committed to strengthening the countries’ joint efforts to promote trade, combat terrorism, and ... Read More»
Readout of Vice President Biden’s Meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper
Today in Vancouver, Vice President Biden met with Prime Minister Stephen Harper of Canada. The Vice President congratulated the Prime Minster on hosting a successful FIFA Women’s World Cup and thanked him for the outstanding hospitality. Demonstrating the breadth of the relationship, Vice President Biden and Prime Minister Harper exchanged views on a range of ... Read More»
U.S. Secretary of Transportation to Visit Canada
U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx will travel to Toronto tomorrow to meet with Minister of Transport Lisa Raitt to discuss bilateral transportation issues, including proposals for rail safety standard harmonization. Secretary Foxx is the seventh U.S. Cabinet-level official to visit Canada since July 2014. Media Contacts: Stephen Posivak Press Spokesperson U.S. Embassy Ottawa Tel: 613-688-5317 ... Read More»
Labor Secretary Visits Canada
In a one-day visit to Canada on December 8, U.S. Secretary of Labor Thomas E. Perez traveled to Ottawa, Ontario and Gatineau, Quebec to learn more about Canadian paid leave and maternal leave policies. In meetings with Canadian Minster of Employment and Social Development Jason Kenney, Minister of State for Social Development Candice Bergen, and ... Read More»
Commerce Secretary Trip Highlights Close US-Canada Trade Relationship
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker arrived in Ottawa today for her first official visit to Canada. The two-day trip will include meetings and events in Ottawa and Toronto highlighting the close and vibrant economic relationship between the United States and Canada. In meetings with Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Minister of Industry James Moore and Minister of International Trade ... Read More»
Secretary Kerry Visits Ottawa
On October 28th, Secretary of State John Kerry traveled to Ottawa to conduct a series of bilateral meetings and to convey condolences to senior Canadian officials following last week’s attacks in Canada. Secretary Kerry’s first stop was a visit to the National War Memorial with Canadian Foreign Minister John Baird where the Secretary participated in ... Read More»
Statement by Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel
I join all the men and women of the U.S. Department of Defense in offering my deepest condolences to the family and friends of the soldiers killed in this week’s appalling attacks on members of the Canadian Armed Forces. The United States strongly condemns today’s shootings in Ottawa, as well as the hit-and-run attack in ... Read More»
Statement from Gen. Chuck Jacoby, Commander of NORAD and USNORTHCOM, on shootings in Ottawa
My heart goes out to our Canadian comrades on this tragic day following the shootings in Ottawa, as well as the hit-and-run attack in Quebec earlier this week, both of which targeted Canadian Forces personnel. Our two militaries share a common bond, forged in blood, that is dedicated to the defense of our common ideals. ... Read More»
Readout of Defense Secretary Hagel’s Meeting With Canada’s Minister of Defense
Secretary Hagel met in Mexico City today with Canadian Minister of Defense Rob Nicholson. The two leaders were in Mexico to attend the second North American Defense Ministry principals meeting between the defense ministers of the U.S., Canada and Mexico. Secretary Hagel and Minister Nicholson discussed a range of issues of mutual concern, to include ... Read More»
Passing of the Right Honourable Herb Gray
The United States Embassy in Canada is saddened to learn of the passing of the Right Honourable Herb Gray, former Deputy Prime Minister of Canada, longest continuously-serving Member of Parliament in Canadian history, and recipient of the Embassy’s inaugural Distinguished Alumni Award. A participant in the State Department’s 1967 International Visitor program, Mr. Gray was honored ... Read More»
Statement by U.S. Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman on the Death of Jim Flaherty
U.S. Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman wishes to release the following statement regarding the death of former Finance Minister Jim Flaherty. “I am shocked and saddened to learn of the death of former Finance Minister Jim Flaherty. His leadership and integrity earned him the respect and admiration of Canadians and Americans. His public service, to ... Read More»
Death of Former U.S. Ambassador to Canada Edward Ney
U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Richard Sanders wishes to release the following statement regarding the death of former U.S. Ambassador to Canada Edward Ney. “I received with great sadness the news that former U.S. Ambassador to Canada Edward Ney has passed away. Ambassador Ney served as President George H. W. Bush’s envoy from 1989 to 1992, a ... Read More»
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