Subject: Security Alert – Worldwide Caution, October 19, 2023 Location: Worldwide Caution Event: Due to increased tensions in various locations around the world, the potential for terrorist attacks, demonstrations or violent actions against U.S. citizens and interests, the Department of State advises U.S. citizens overseas to exercise increased caution. U.S. citizens should: Stay alert in …
Read More» The Department of State alerts U.S. citizens to the Hurricane Season which lasts through November 2023 and regularly affects coastal parts of Canada. Hurricane Season in the Atlantic begins June 1 and runs through November 30. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Climate Prediction Center expects the 2023 season to be above-normal. The season has already produced eight named storms as of August …
Read More» Location: Various locations in the central interior and southeastern portions of British Columbia. Event: Due to the numerous wildfires threatening communities in the province, and the Okanagan region in general, the British Columbia government issued a province-wide state of emergency , on August 18, 2023. Thousands of people are under evacuation orders, and tens of thousands more are on …
Read More» Wildfire Alert – U.S. Consulate General Calgary, Canada Location: Various locations throughout the Northwest Territories. Event: The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) has declared a Territorial State of Emergency on Tuesday, August 15, 2023, to acquire and deploy the necessary resources to support the management of an unprecedented wildfire season, and protect the health and …
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Today, the U.S. Government, through the U.S. Agency for International Development, donated $100,000 (USD) to ADRA International.
Read More» As the United States celebrates Independence Day, I wish my fellow U.S. citizens in Canada a very happy Fourth of July!
Read More» Event: Wildfires in Quebec – National Park Closures Location: Throughout Quebec Event: Wildfires burning throughout northern Quebec continue to spread. Société de protection des forêts contre le feu (SOPFEU) indicated that as of Sunday, June 4, there were 153 fires, and they are unable to bring them under control, resulting in the closure of some national parks. Below is …
Read More» Qualified adult U.S. citizens residing in Canada may pay for their passport renewals online and mail their applications to their nearest consular section. Just follow these simple steps: -Fill out, print, sign, and date the DS-82 application , -Pay the required fee at PAY.GOV , and print the payment verification page, -Address the package “Care of the ACS …
Read More» As the United States celebrates Independence Day, I wish my fellow U.S. citizens in Canada a very happy Fourth of July!
Read More» Health Alert – U. S. Embassy Ottawa 24 May 2022 Location: Canada Event: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued a Level 2 Travel Health Notice for Monkeypox in Multiple Countries . Actions to Take: Travelers should AVOID: Close contact with sick people, including those with skin lesions or genital lesions. Contact with dead or live wild animals such as small mammals including rodents …
Read More» In response to anticipated Rolling Thunder Ottawa demonstrations, the Ottawa Police Service announced an increase in police presence and possible traffic disruptions in the downtown Ottawa area for April 29-May 1.
Read More» In response to ongoing protests in Canada, the U.S. Embassy reiterates that, while there is a very small likelihood of violence at a political gathering in Canada, we strongly encourage U.S. citizens traveling or resident in Canada to avoid all protests and demonstrations, maintain a high level of vigilance, and practice good situational awareness.
Read More» In response to ongoing Freedom Convoy protests in Canada, the U.S. Embassy reiterates that while there is a very small likelihood of violence at a political gathering in Canada, we strongly encourage U.S. citizens traveling or resident in Canada to avoid all protests and demonstrations, maintain a high level of vigilance, and practice good situational awareness.
Read More» The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Canada are conducting an annual verification of STEP enrollments. Please log in to your STEP account to verify that your profile, phone numbers, email address, travel dates, and location in Canada are up-to-date. If you are not able to make those changes yourself, you can reach out to the Consular Section closest to you , and we can make the …
Read More» Message to U.S. Citizens in Canada: Canada – Travel Advisory August 10, 2021 Canada – Level 2 Travel Advisory The Department of State has revised the Travel Advisory for Canada to Level 2 “Exercise Increased Caution.” The Centers for Disease Control has revised the Travel Notice for Canada to Level 2 due to COVID-19, indicating …
Read More» Global Heath Advisory Update: Canada – Level 3, Reconsider Travel
Read More» A representative from the Federal Voting Assistance Program (FVAP) will be available to answer your questions on Thursday, July 30 at 3PM EDT by video teleconference.
Read More» 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» 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» 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» 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» 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» 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» 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» 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» 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» 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 …
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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» 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» 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» 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» 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» 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» 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» 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» 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» The U.S. Consulate General Toronto informs U.S. citizens that due to a protest at the Consulate General on Monday January 30, 2017, it will have limited operations and there will be no Visa or American Citizen Services appointments on January 30, 2017.
Read More» 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.
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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» 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 …
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As part of the Consulate’s Absentee Voter Registration Social Media Campaign, the U.S. Consulate General in Toronto produced a short video for its social media platforms.
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U.S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada Message for U.S. Citizens: Final Opportunities to Return Voted Ballots October 5, 2016 Don’t wait, return your voted ballot right away! Remember U.S. embassies and consulates are not polling places; same-day in-person voting is not available outside the United States. The majority of states require voted ballots to reach local election …
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In recognition of the U.S. Federal Voting Assistance Program’s Absentee Voter Week (September 26-October 3), the U.S. Embassy and U.S. consulates throughout Canada will offer a series of events designed to encourage voter participation by U.S. citizens residing in Canada and to provide information on voting procedures for Americans residing outside the United States.
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On Wednesday, September 28, 2016, the U.S. Consulate General in Toronto will hold an Absentee Voter Registration Open House.
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Be an Active Voter by taking the necessary steps to vote in the 2016 U.S. elections and participating in Absentee Voting Week! In many states, the voter registration deadline for the November 2016 elections is October 10. For some voters this might mean their paper voter registration and absentee ballot request must reach their local election …
Read More» Republished from travel.state.gov – SEPTEMBER 9, 2016 As part of the State Department’s continuous efforts to provide U.S. citizens traveling abroad with information about relevant events, we are updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world. Current information suggests that terrorist groups …
Read More» In order to vote in the November 2016 elections, all overseas U.S. citizens need to have completed a Federal Post Card Application (FPCA) in 2016. Whether you are a first-time voter or have already received ballots and voted absentee in past elections, you must complete an FPCA each year to participate in elections as an overseas absentee voter. You can …
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The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) will host a webinar “Foreign Earned Income for U.S. Overseas Taxpayers” on June 29, 2016, 2:00-3:00 p.m. EDT.
Read More» Who Must File? If you are a U.S. citizen or resident alien living or traveling outside the United States, you generally are required to file income tax returns, estate tax returns, and gift tax returns, and pay estimated tax in the same way as those residing in the United States. Your worldwide income is subject …
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The State Department alerts U.S. citizens to potential risks of travel to and throughout Europe following several terrorist attacks, including the March 22 attacks in Brussels claimed by ISIL.
Read More» The Department of State is updating the Worldwide Caution with information on the continuing threat of terrorist actions and violence against U.S. citizens and interests throughout the world.
Read More» There was a shooting at Parliament Hill in Ottawa earlier today. Both Parliament Hill and the U.S. Embassy are currently on lockdown. We will send out an update once further information is available.
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