INTERVIEW ANTONY J. BLINKEN, SECRETARY OF STATE WASHINGTON, D.C. FEBRUARY 28, 2021 Secretary Antony J. Blinken With Rosemary Barton of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation QUESTION: Secretary Blinken, nice of you to make the time. Appreciate it. SECRETARY BLINKEN: It’s good to be with you. QUESTION: Obviously we’re doing this in strange circumstances. It must be hard to be a diplomat …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 February, 2021 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Remarks by Secretary of State Antony Blinken at a press availability following his virtual visits to Canada and Mexico.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 February, 2021 | Topics: Halifax, Key Officials, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Quebec, The Arctic, Toronto, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Vancouver, Western Hemisphere, Winnipeg
Remarks during a live discussion with Secretary Blinken and the Students on Ice Foundation.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 February, 2021 | Topics: Environment, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Remarks by Secretary of State Antony Blinken to the U.S. Mission to Canada community.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 February, 2021 | Topics: Calgary, Halifax, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Toronto, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Vancouver, Winnipeg
The two leaders committed to a collaborative approach to combatting COVID-19 and building back better, following up on President Biden’s virtual bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Trudeau and the announcement of the U.S.-Canada Partnership Roadmap on February 23.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 February, 2021 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
Remarks by Secretary Antony J. Blinken and Canadian Foreign Minister Marc Garneau before their bilateral meeting.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 February, 2021 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
The two leaders discussed working closely together to address the shared priorities set out in the U.S.-Canada Partnership Roadmap jointly announced by President Biden and Prime Minister Trudeau during their virtual bilateral meeting on February 23.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 February, 2021 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
The United States and Canada have been friends, partners, and allies for more than 150 years, and our bilateral relationship is one of the closest and most comprehensive in the world.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 February, 2021 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken will embark tomorrow on his first “virtual trip,” visiting Mexico and Canada on February 26. Secretary Blinken’s virtual travel prioritizes the health and safety of everyone involved, while demonstrating the significance of our partnerships with our neighbors and some of our closest partners.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 25 February, 2021 | Topics: Key Officials, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
To jointly address climate change and demonstrate global leadership on the climate crisis, Canada and the United States have joined to form a high-level dialogue. This dialogue will elevate and advance long-standing cooperation between the two countries that share many of the same risks and can benefit from many of the same opportunities.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 25 February, 2021 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Today, President Biden will jointly unveil a new initiative with our Canadian partners and friends: The U.S.- Canada Partnership Roadmap. The Roadmap is a blueprint for our whole-of-government relationship, based on our shared values and commitment to work in partnership on areas of mutual concern, such as the recovery from COVID-19 and global health security, …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 February, 2021 | Topics: Fact Sheets, News, Ottawa, President of the United States, U.S. & Canada
On February 23, President Joe Biden will participate in his first bilateral meeting with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 February, 2021 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, President of the United States, U.S. & Canada
Vice President Kamala Harris spoke with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in her first call to a foreign leader as Vice President.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 2 February, 2021 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, Vice President of the United States
In his first call as Secretary of State, Secretary Antony J. Blinken spoke with Canadian Foreign Minister Marc Garneau.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 January, 2021 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin spoke by phone with Canada’s Minister of National Defense, the Honorable Harjit S. Sajjan, to express the United States’ strong commitment to our critical bilateral defense relationship.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 January, 2021 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
President Biden spoke with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in his first call to a foreign leader as President of the United States.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 January, 2021 | Topics: News, Ottawa, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
As we mark the beginning of Joseph R. Biden’s term as President of the United States today, the U.S. Embassy and Consulates remain committed to strengthening and promoting the U.S.-Canada relationship.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 January, 2021 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, President of the United States, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, Vice President of the United States
U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Katherine Brucker, on behalf of the U.S. government, signed the new General Coordination Agreement on the Use of the Radio Frequency Spectrum by Terrestrial Radiocommunication Stations and Earth Stations (GCA) with the Canadian Minister of Innovation, Science, and Economic Development.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 13 January, 2021 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Science & Tech, U.S. & Canada
We deeply value our Canadian friends and partners who stand with us in these challenging times and reaffirm our commitment to work on behalf of the American people in support of our deep and enduring partnership with Canada.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 7 January, 2021 | Topics: History, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada
December 10th marks International Human Rights Day and two years since the arbitrary and unjustified detention of Canadians Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor by Chinese authorities.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 10 December, 2020 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Human Rights, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
“Today is the day when U.S. citizens exercise one of their most precious rights, the right to vote. It is a hallmark of our free and democratic society and one so many people in other countries fight to achieve daily.”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 3 November, 2020 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
“On behalf of all Americans, I extend my sincerest condolences to the family and friends of the Right Honourable John Turner.”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 September, 2020 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada
Attention U.S. citizens abroad: Whether you’re voting for the first time, or the first time in a long time, NOW is the time to register and request your absentee ballot for the November election.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 August, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Ottawa, U.S. Citizen Services
The G7 set forth key objectives to address all modes of transportation– air, land, and sea.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 July, 2020 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Policy, Press Releases, Travel & Tourism
The Department of State has appointed Jim DeHart as the U.S. Coordinator for the Arctic Region.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 July, 2020 | Topics: Calgary, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Quebec, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver
Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with Canadian Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 7 July, 2020 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Trade, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Today marks a landmark achievement for the countries of North America to increase manufacturing and investment in our region.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 July, 2020 | Topics: Business, Commercial Opportunities, Doing Business in the U.S., Economic Affairs, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Trade, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
Today we want to celebrate that enduring relationship between our two countries and join Canadians in celebrating a very Happy Canada Day!
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 July, 2020 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
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.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 June, 2020 | Topics: Environment, Fisheries & Marine Issues, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver
The strong bond between Canada and the United States continues to help both countries create a stable future.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 June, 2020 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
President Donald J. Trump sent the following message to Her Excellency The Right Honourable Julie Payette, congratulating Canada on the celebration of its National Day.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 June, 2020 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, President of the United States, U.S. & Canada
The United States is extremely concerned by the People’s Republic of China’s (PRC) decision to proceed with formal charges against Canadian citizens Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 June, 2020 | Topics: East Asia & Pacific, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
The United States and Canada reviewed progress of the five Sub-Working Groups implementing the countries’ Joint Action Plan for Cooperation on Critical Minerals and set priorities for the next phase of bilateral collaboration.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 June, 2020 | Topics: Energy, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere
Secretary Pompeo spoke yesterday with Canadian Foreign Minister Champagne, Australian Foreign Minister Payne, New Zealand Foreign Minister Peters, and United Kingdom Foreign Secretary Raab.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 2 June, 2020 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
The United States appreciates Canada’s close and constant cooperation regarding the management of the border during this unprecedented crisis.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 May, 2020 | Topics: Border Issues, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Trade, U.S. & Canada
The United States values our cooperation with allies and partners in combatting the pandemic and in planning for our collective recovery.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 May, 2020 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere
As President Trump has said, the United States is working with our friends and partners around the world to coordinate our efforts on stopping the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 May, 2020 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
Message to U.S. Citizens – Canadian law enforcement officials are warning about the increase in certain crimes, including fraud, as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. As businesses have closed and most people are staying inside, there are fewer individuals in public. As a result, your actions may draw unwanted attention by those seeking to …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 April, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Ottawa
Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with Canadian Foreign Minister François-Philippe Champagne.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 April, 2020 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
March 21, 2020 – The United States will temporarily limit inbound land border crossings from Canada and Mexico to “essential travel”.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 March, 2020 | Topics: Border Issues, Consular Affairs, Economic Affairs, Fact Sheets, News, Ottawa, Policy, Trade, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Citizen Services
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, the United States and Canada are temporarily restricting all non-essential travel across its borders.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 March, 2020 | Topics: Border Issues, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Trade, U.S. & Canada
Secretary Michael R. Pompeo spoke today with Canadian Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland to discuss how the United States and Canada can work together to prevent further COVID-19 transmissions.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 March, 2020 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Assistant to the President and Special Representative for International Telecommunications Policy Rob Blair visited Ottawa on March 9, 2020.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 March, 2020 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
The U.S. Embassy and Consulate Generals are closely monitoring the current situation in Canada.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 25 February, 2020 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, News, Ottawa, Trade, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Canada
The United States and Canada recognize global demand for energy minerals will increase dramatically in the coming years and this MoU provides an important framework for cooperation in addressing these complex challenges.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 December, 2019 | Topics: Energy, News, Ottawa, Policy, U.S. & Canada
Ambassador Jeffrey L. Eberhardt traveled to Ottawa to attend the 2019 International Partnership for Nuclear Verification (IPNDV) plenary meeting on December 3.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 3 December, 2019 | Topics: Key Officials, Ottawa, Policy, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada
Canadian law enforcement professionals visited Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from October 21 to October 30 as participants in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 October, 2019 | Topics: Calgary, News, Ottawa, Quebec, Toronto, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver
On behalf of the government of the United States of America and the American people, the U.S. Embassy congratulates Justin Trudeau and the Liberal Party on their success in yesterday’s federal election.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 October, 2019 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
Statement by Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo on Canada’s Federal Election.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 October, 2019 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Today marks an exciting milestone in the history of U.S.-Canada relations: 20 years since the dedication of the United States Embassy in Ottawa at its 490 Sussex Drive location.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 October, 2019 | Topics: Events, Government Offices, History, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada
Remarks by Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo Meeting before his meeting with Canadian Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 August, 2019 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
Remarks by Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo before his meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 August, 2019 | Topics: News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State
The Secretary will travel to Ottawa, Canada, on August 22, where he will meet with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland to discuss our strong bilateral relationship and ways to broaden and deepen our economic and security ties.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 August, 2019 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Security & Counterterrorism, Trade, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo will travel to Ottawa, Canada on August 22 for meetings with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Foreign Minister Chrystia Freeland.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 August, 2019 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
“Preclearance strengthens economic competitiveness and mutual security, and benefits travelers by expediting their clearance into the U.S. before they ever leave Canada,” said Acting Secretary Kevin K. McAleenan.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 August, 2019 | Topics: Border Issues, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Policy, Press Releases, Trade, Travel & Tourism
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the Canadian Space Agency (CSA), and the United States Embassy in Ottawa are pleased to announce that for the first time, Canadian students will be eligible to participate in the NASA International Internship (NASA I²) Program.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 July, 2019 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Apollo 11, Internship, NASA
From patrolling the skies over Superbowl 51 to supporting the largest Army-led exercise in Alaska in more than 15 years, these CAF members worked side-by-side their U.S. military counterparts while posted to a U.S. military unit or while serving in an operation under U.S. command.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 July, 2019 | Topics: News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada
OTTAWA – The United States Embassy in Ottawa will host an outdoor screening of the film Apollo 11 on Saturday, July 20, on the historic grounds of Lornado, the official residence of the U.S. Ambassador to Canada. The date will mark the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 July, 2019 | Topics: Events, News, Ottawa, Science & Tech, U.S. & Canada
OTTAWA – The United States Embassy in Ottawa, in partnership with the State University of New York (SUNY) at Plattsburgh, World Learning, and Fulbright Canada, is pleased to announce the selection of 13 outstanding Canadian youth community leaders for the 2019 Youth Ambassadors Program.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 July, 2019 | Topics: Alumni, Calgary, Education, Halifax, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs, Quebec, Study in the U.S., U.S. & Canada, Vancouver, Winnipeg
Participants will visit organizations with experience working in underserved communities to learn new techniques for getting kids excited about STEM.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 July, 2019 | Topics: Calgary, Halifax, Montreal, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada
The United States Embassy in Ottawa will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon landing with out-of-this-world visual displays featuring iconic images from space on the Embassy’s exterior.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 June, 2019 | Topics: Culture, Events, History, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Science & Tech, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Apollo 11, Moon Landing, NASA
On Thursday, May 30 from 12 noon until 5pm access to the Embassy will be limited.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 May, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Ottawa
Vice President Mike Pence will travel to Ottawa, Canada on behalf of President Donald Trump on Thursday, May 30th.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 May, 2019 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Trade, U.S. & Canada, Vice President of the United States
Public Safety Alert – U.S. Embassy Ottawa April 26, 2019 Location: Ottawa, Canada. The City of Ottawa has declared a state of emergency in response to rising flood waters. Actions to Take: Follow directions of the local authorities and monitor local news for updates. For Assistance: The U.S. Embassy, is located at 490 Sussex …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 April, 2019 | Topics: Alert, Exclude, Ottawa
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.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 April, 2019 | Topics: Alumni, Calgary, Energy, Environment, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Quebec, Science & Tech, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada
Join us in Ogdensburg on May 7, 2019.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 March, 2019 | Topics: Business, Doing Business in the U.S., Economic Affairs, Ottawa, Trade, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies
It saddens me to announce that one of our United States Embassy community members lost his life in the Ethiopian Airlines crash near Addis Ababa
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 March, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, Ottawa, Press Releases
Canada’s commitment to NASA’s Lunar Gateway Program and the announcement of its own Lunar Exploration Accelerator Program signals the beginning of a new era of U.S.-Canada space cooperation.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 February, 2019 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, Policy, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Science & Tech, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Lunar Gateway Program, NASA, Space
At the invitation of the Lima Group, Secretary Michael R. Pompeo participated via videoconference today in the Lima Group foreign ministers meeting, which Canada hosted.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 February, 2019 | Topics: News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Secretary of State, Western Hemisphere
Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs David Hale will travel to Canada January 29-30.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 January, 2019 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Political Affairs, U.S. & Canada
With a little help from Santa, U.S. Embassy Ottawa’s United States Marine Corps detachment and U.S. Navy personnel will deliver unwrapped toys to the children at Ottawa’s Ronald McDonald House.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 17 December, 2018 | Topics: Events, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Navy
In Ottawa, Secretary Mattis will attend a Canada and U.S. co-hosted meeting of the top 13 military contributing nations to the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 4 December, 2018 | Topics: News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada
To honor his life and legacy, the United States Embassy in Ottawa invites members of the public and diplomatic community to express their sympathy to the Bush Family for their loss by signing a condolence book.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 3 December, 2018 | Topics: News, Ottawa, President of the United States, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada | Tags: President George H.W. Bush
U.S. Embassy Ottawa Legal Attaché Kevin Vorndran welcomed acclaimed artist Claire Van Vliet to Ottawa this week as he accepted a piece of Van Vliet’s artwork to the U.S. Department of State’s permanent collection.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 31 October, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Ottawa, Speeches | Tags: Salvation Army
“We have a good sized war to fight and we’d all better get busy doing all we can to get the job done – and soon.” – Colonel Allen G. Hart, February 7, 1943. Canadian and American service members like Col. Hart have served and sacrificed alongside each other for hundreds of years, a tradition …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 September, 2018 | Topics: Ottawa, U.S. & Canada
The United States Embassy in Ottawa, in partnership with Actua, will host a video chat with American-Canadian NASA astronaut Drew Feustel.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 September, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Science & Tech, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Astronaut, ISS, Space
To honor Senator John McCain’s lifelong commitment to public service, the United States Embassy in Ottawa will make available for signing a condolence book for members of the public and diplomatic community who wish to express sympathy to the McCain family for their loss.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 August, 2018 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Press Releases | Tags: condolences, Senator John McCain
U.S. Embassy Ottawa was alive with the sounds of the historic United States Army Old Guard Fife and Drum Corps as we recognized thirteen Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members for their significant contributions to U.S. military operations
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 July, 2018 | Topics: News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies
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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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 July, 2018 | Topics: Culture, Education, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs | Tags: Exchange, Youth Ambassadors
On behalf of Joe and myself and our family visiting from Colorado and Indiana and all of the hardworking crew here at the U.S. Embassy Ottawa, we are delighted that you have joined us to celebrate America’s birthday.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 July, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ambassador Kelly Craft, Independence Day
Demonstration Alert – U.S. Embassy Ottawa June 29, 2018 Location: Announced gathering point and route includes, but is not limited to: Elgin Street Sussex Drive S. Embassy Ottawa Event: Demonstrations expected to take place on June 30, 2018 between 12:00 and 5:00 p.m. Actions to Take: Avoid the areas of the demonstration. Exercise caution if …
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By hughesms | 29 June, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Consular Affairs, Ottawa
The United States and Canada will continue to work to ensure that all people – including LGBTI people – can live in dignity, freedom, and equality.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 17 May, 2018 | Topics: Human Rights, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Global Equity Fund, Human Rights
Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada May 14, 2018 Location: Announced gathering points include the following neighborhoods in Ottawa, Canada: U.S. Embassy Ottawa (MacKenzie Street side of the Embassy) Event: A demonstration is expected to take place, May 14, 2018 between 12:00 p.m. and 15:00 p.m. Local authorities are aware of the demonstration …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Ottawa
Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada May 11, 2018 Location: Canada, countrywide Event: The U.S. government remains concerned that terrorists are intent on targeting U.S. citizens, including children. Terrorists may employ a variety of tactics, such as violent assaults and kidnappings. In the past they have used knives, guns, and vehicles as ramming devices. They …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 May, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Ottawa
Canadian professionals in the fields of public policy, law enforcement, and non-profit leadership will visit Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from May 7 to 25 as participants in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 7 May, 2018 | Topics: Calgary, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: community empowerment
Demonstration Alert – U. S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada April 20, 2018 Location: Announced gathering points include the following neighborhoods in Ottawa, Canada: Parliament Hill area Event: A demonstration is expected to take place near Parliament Hill Friday, April 20, 2018 between 2:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Local authorities are aware of the demonstration and will …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 April, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada
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, …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 March, 2018 | Topics: Alert, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Ottawa
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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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 March, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Education, Events, History, News, Ottawa | Tags: Mammoth Tusks, Museum of Nature, Repatriation
The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction (CCSA) and the United States Embassy in Ottawa will host a one-day expert forum on addressing the opioid crisis in North America on Tuesday, March 20.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 March, 2018 | Topics: Education, Events, News, Ottawa, Policy, Press Releases, Science & Tech, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Opioid Crisis
February 13, 2018 Remarks delivered by U.S. Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft at the Macdonald-Laurier Institute’s Canada-U.S. Dinner As Prepared for Delivery This is a wonderful event for me because it centers on what is NOW my passion – strengthening the already close relationship between Canada and the United States. Each of my predecessors told …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Macdonald-Laurier Institute
Remarks by United States Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft at the Energy Council of Canada’s Annual Industry Update As prepared for delivery Thank you for inviting me to spend some time with you today. As a relatively new diplomat with less than six months under my belt, I am still in that phase of meeting …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 February, 2018 | Topics: Ambassador, Energy, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ambassador Kelly Craft, energy
The Embassy of the United States in Ottawa, in partnership with the National Gallery of Canada (NGC), is pleased to welcome renowned American art critic Peter Schjeldahl for the second lecture in the third edition of the Contemporary Conversations series on February 8, 2018.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 2 February, 2018 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Contemporary Conversations, national gallery of canada
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).
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 January, 2018 | Topics: Events, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Strong Cities
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 …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 December, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Rex Tillerson
As delivered. FOREIGN MINISTER FREELAND: Okay. Hi, everybody. Great to see everyone here. Before I begin, I’d like to extend Canada’s thoughts and condolences to our American guests in light of the terrible train derailment in Washington state. We extend our sympathies to those who lost loved ones and wish a full and swift recovery to …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 December, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Rex Tillerson
As delivered. It wasn’t in my remarks to hit the button and make it go green. It’s green now. (Laughter.) Well, let me say again how much we appreciate – (laughter) – all of you and our folks across the countries in how you represent us and the important role you play across this vast …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 December, 2017 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Rex Tillerson
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 …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 December, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Notification, Ottawa, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Ottawa, Security Message for U.S. Citizens
U.S. Embassy Ottawa’s United States Marine Corps detachment and U.S. Navy personnel will deliver some holiday spirit on December 15 to the children at Ottawa’s Ronald McDonald House, bringing gifts donated through the annual Toys for Tots campaign. U.S. Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft and her husband, Mr. Joe Craft, will take part in the …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 7 December, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Toys for Tots, United States Marine Corps
As prepared for delivery. Thank you, Marc, for that kind introduction. It is a great privilege for the U.S. Embassy to be neighbors with the National Gallery of Canada. I was delighted to learn, in fact, that the glass tower on the north end of our Embassy’s roof is an homage to the shining glass …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 December, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Ottawa, Public Affairs, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ambassador Kelly Craft
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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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 November, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: #artconvoAIE, Contemporary Conversations
Trilateral Statement on the Conclusion of the Fifth Round of NAFTA Negotiations Mexico City, Mexico – Today in Mexico City, the negotiating teams of Mexico, Canada, and the United States, concluded the Fifth Round of the renegotiation and modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), gathering nearly 30 negotiating groups. In response to …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 November, 2017 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Key Officials, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: NAFTA, United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, USTR
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 …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 3 November, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ambassador Kelly Craft, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
United States Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft presented her letters of credence to Governor General of Canada Julie Payette on October 23 at Rideau Hall. We are pleased to offer an introductory video about Ambassador Craft and her background for Canadians to get to know her. You can find the video on our Facebook page and YouTube channel . …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 October, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Key Officials, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, Video | Tags: Ambassador Kelly Craft
Washington, DC – Today, United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland, and Mexican Secretary of the Economy Ildefonso Guajardo successfully concluded the fourth round of the renegotiation and modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The round took place in Arlington, Virginia, from October 11-17, 2017, covering seven …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 October, 2017 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: NAFTA, United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, USTR
The United States Embassy in Ottawa is pleased to announce that Canadian Indigenous youth rights advocate Madelynn Slade will visit Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from October 9 to 27, as part of an exchange program to explore challenges and opportunities related to empowering women leaders in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). The …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 October, 2017 | Topics: Education, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Science & Tech, Vancouver | Tags: Hidden Figures
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 …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 27 September, 2017 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer
Sunshine and high spirits were out in full force this weekend as Ottawa Capital Pride came to a close with the annual Pride Parade. U.S. Embassy Ottawa staff joined other diplomatic missions to Canada, as well as more than one hundred businesses, community groups, and public service organizations to march in one of the most …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 August, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, News, Ottawa
U.S. Embassy Ottawa was pleased to welcome participants of the 2017 Students on Ice expedition back to Ottawa on August 23, 2017. Public Affairs staff caught up with the Embassy’s sponsored students and educator over breakfast. The conversation was engaging and inspiring. Also, there was bacon. Students on Ice gives youth a well-rounded and formative …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 25 August, 2017 | Topics: Education, Ottawa, Our Ocean, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada
The U.S. Embassy in Ottawa informs U.S. citizens of a possible demonstration near the U.S. Embassy on August 22, 2017, from approximately 12:00 to 2:00 p.m.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 August, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Ottawa, Security & Emergency Messages
Media Advisory July 18, 2017 For immediate release Young Canadian leaders travel to United States as Youth Ambassadors The U.S. Embassy, in conjunction with the State University of New York (SUNY) College at Plattsburgh and Fulbright Canada, is pleased to announce the selection of 18 outstanding Canadian youth community leaders and two Canadian adult educators …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 July, 2017 | Topics: Alumni, Calgary, Education, Events, Halifax, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Quebec, Toronto, U.S. & Canada, Vancouver
“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.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 July, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Calgary, Chargé D’Affaires, Culture, Events, Halifax, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs, Quebec, Toronto, Vancouver, Winnipeg | Tags: Arctic; Canada150;
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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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 June, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Culture, Education, History, News, Ottawa | Tags: Indigenous Peoples
For Immediate Release 06/20/2017 OTTAWA – The U.S. Embassy Ottawa will host the annual Fourth of July Independence Day celebration ( #July4Canada and #4juilletCA ) in Ottawa on Tuesday, July 4, 2017, from 5:30 – 8:00 p.m. on the grounds of Lornado, the U.S. Ambassador’s Residence. Guests will be admitted by invitation only. This year’s event, themed …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 June, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, Featured Event, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Independence Day, July 4th
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 …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 June, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada
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.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 June, 2017 | Topics: Border Issues, Business, Chargé D’Affaires, Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, Economic Affairs, Events, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Policy, Political Affairs, Press Releases, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Secretary Mnuchin
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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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 2 June, 2017 | Topics: Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Canada150, Governors
Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Thomas Shannon and Assistant Deputy Minister for International Security and Political Affairs Mark Gwozdecky co-chaired the tenth U.S.-Canada High-Level Policy Review Group on June 1 in Ottawa.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 June, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: High-Level Policy Review Group
In commemoration of Canada’s 150th anniversary of Confederation, the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa is featuring congratulatory messages from governors of U.S. states bordering Canada in an exhibit now available for public viewing on the U.S. Embassy’s Mackenzie Avenue outer fence.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 June, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Canada 150
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, …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 19 May, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, Environment, Events, Key Officials, News, Ottawa | Tags: bike lane, City of Ottawa, Government of Ontario, Mackenzie Avenue, NCC
On May 5, the United States Mission to Canada had the opportunity to thank 11 Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members for their exceptional service to the United States military and United States military operations at an awards ceremony at the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 May, 2017 | Topics: Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism | Tags: cooperation, Defense, Military
The United States Embassy is pleased to announce it will once again participate in this year’s Doors Open Ottawa on Saturday, June 3rd.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 May, 2017 | Topics: Events, News, Ottawa | Tags: Doors Open 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.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 13 April, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Brett McGurk, daesh, Global Coalition to Counter ISIL/Da’esh
U.S. Customs and Border Protection is reminding travelers that there will be increased traffic volumes associated with Good Friday and Easter weekend beginning April 14; however there are a number of tips to help expedite cross-border travel.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 11 April, 2017 | Topics: Border Issues, Calgary, Halifax, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Quebec, Toronto, Travel & Tourism, Vancouver, Winnipeg | Tags: travel tips
The U.S. Embassy in Ottawa informs U.S. citizens of a possible demonstration near the U.S. Embassy on the MacKenzie Avenue side on April 8, 2017, from approximately 12:00 to 2:30 p.m. Public Order officials are aware of the demonstration and will be on site.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 7 April, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Ottawa, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Security Message for U.S. Citizens
On March 31, U.S. Embassy Ottawa’s Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Aubin Moore joined trade representatives, media and consumers in celebrating the newest and best vintages of more than 75 California wineries at the California Wine Fair Ottawa, hosted by The Wine Institute.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 4 April, 2017 | Topics: Agriculture, Business, Chargé D’Affaires, Economic Affairs, Events, Featured Event, News, Ottawa, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: California Wine Fair
The Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs has issued a Presidential permit to TransCanada Keystone Pipeline, L.P. (“TransCanada”) authorizing TransCanada to construct, connect, operate, and maintain pipeline facilities at the U.S.-Canadian border in Phillips County, Montana for the importation of crude oil.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 March, 2017 | Topics: Energy, News, Ottawa | Tags: Keystone XL
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.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 10 March, 2017 | Topics: Border Issues, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Sections & Offices, Security & Counterterrorism, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: John Kelly, Minister Ralph Goodale, Ralph Goodale, Secretary John Kelly
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.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 March, 2017 | Topics: Border Issues, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Secretary John Kelly, Secretary of Homeland Security
“Happy 150th! We look forward to 150 more years of friendship and beyond.”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 27 February, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Chargé D’Affaires, Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, News, Ottawa, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Chargé d'Affaires a.i. Elizabeth Moore Aubin
U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin spoke by phone today with Canadian Minister of Finance Bill Morneau.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 February, 2017 | Topics: Business, Commercial Affairs, Economic Affairs, Energy, Government Offices, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Trade, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Secretary Mnuchin
President Donald J. Trump spoke today with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to reiterate America’s strong bilateral cooperation with Canada.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 February, 2017 | Topics: Border Issues, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, President of the United States, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, White House
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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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 February, 2017 | Topics: Agriculture, Art & Culture, Chargé D’Affaires, Culture, Deputy Chief of Mission, Events, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs, Trade, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Foreign Agriculture Service
“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. “
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 13 February, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, President of the United States, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Donald J. Trump, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
The Vice President met this afternoon with a team of Canadian ministers and their U.S. counterparts in conjunction with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s visit to Washington.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 13 February, 2017 | Topics: News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, Vice President of the United States | Tags: Mike Pence
“No two countries share deeper or broader relations than Canada and the United States.”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 13 February, 2017 | Topics: Border Issues, Business, Economic Affairs, Energy, Environment, News, Ottawa, President of the United States, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Donald J. Trump, entrepreneurship, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
“On behalf of the U.S. Mission in Canada and the American people, I offer our deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the families of those who died in yesterday’s unjustified attack at the Quebec Islamic Cultural Center in Quebec City and wish a speedy recovery to those injured in the shooting.”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 January, 2017 | Topics: Chargé D’Affaires, News, Ottawa, Quebec
The U.S. Embassy in Ottawa informs U.S. citizens that there will be a protest at the U.S. Embassy on Sussex Drive on Monday, January 30, 2017, from 12 pm to 2 pm.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 January, 2017 | Topics: Emergency Services, Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Ottawa, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services
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.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 January, 2017 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Defence Minister Harjit Sajjan, Defense, Secretary of Defense James Mattis
As Canada celebrates the 150th anniversary of Confederation, the Embassy of the United States in Ottawa will present two exhibitions and a photographic essay at the National Capital Commission’s 150 International Pavilion, 50 Sussex Drive, from February 1 to February 19, 2017.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 January, 2017 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
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.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 January, 2017 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Ottawa, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: Security Message for U.S. Citizens
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, …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 January, 2017 | Topics: Ambassador, Chargé D’Affaires, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Bruce Heyman, Chargé d'Affaires, Chargé d'Affaires a.i. Elizabeth Moore Aubin, Elizabeth Moore Aubin
President Obama and Prime Minister Trudeau are proud to launch actions ensuring a strong, sustainable and viable Arctic economy and ecosystem.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 December, 2016 | Topics: Economic Affairs, Energy, Environment, Fisheries & Marine Issues, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Ottawa, Policy, Science & Tech, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags: arctic, Arctic Council, Barack Obama, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
Christmas came early this year for more than a dozen families staying at Ronald McDonald House Ottawa – all thanks to the United States Marine Corps detachment and U.S. Navy personnel from the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa. The Marines and sailors delivered more than 200 gifts this morning, with the help of U.S. Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman, CTV …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 December, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Featured Event, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: RMH Ottawa, United States Marine Corps
U.S. Embassy Ottawa’s United States Marine Corps detachment and U.S. Navy personnel will brighten the holiday season for children at Ottawa’s Ronald McDonald House by bringing them gifts donated through its annual Toys for Tots campaign.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 December, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Exclude, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs | Tags: Ronald McDonald House Ottawa, Toys for Tots
“The U.S. Embassy is committed to being a good friend and neighbor.”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 12 December, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Environment, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Mackenzie Ave
Few nations on Earth share more than America and Canadians.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 10 December, 2016 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Joe Biden
Senior Department of State officials co-chaired the ninth U.S.-Canada High-Level Policy Review Group today in Washington, D.C.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 December, 2016 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: High-Level Policy Review Group
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.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 December, 2016 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa
“I am pleased to announce that on December 8 and 9, Vice President Biden will visit Ottawa where he will participate in bilateral meetings with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 November, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Joe Biden, Statement by Ambassador Heyman
On Saturday evening in Ottawa, Maestro Glass was honored with a reception at Lornado, the official residence of the United States Ambassador to Canada.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 November, 2016 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, News, Ottawa | Tags: Philip Glass
“Through Conservative governments, Liberal governments, Democratic or Republican governments, the relationship between the United States and Canada is one of the most important constants in the world.”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 November, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: APEC, Barack Obama, bilateral meetings, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
The FCC’s Enforcement Bureau and the Canadian Radio-Television and Telecommunications Commission today announced a formal agreement, committing the two agencies to work together to combat unlawful robocalls.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 17 November, 2016 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: CRTC, FCC, Federal Communications Commission
The Chateau Laurier Ballroom buzzed with excitement as hundreds of invited guests arrived to join Ambassador Heyman at the U.S. Embassy’s election night event on Tuesday, November 8, 2016. Trimmed in red, white, and blue, it was the perfect setting to witness Americans choose their next president. Ambassador Heyman kicked off the evening by welcoming …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 17 November, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Halifax, News, Ottawa | Tags: election
November 12, 2016 Ottawa, ON As prepared for delivery. The Marine Corps Birthday Ball is one of the highlights of my year. I am so honored to be here tonight and in this fantastic venue! In a few minutes I will read a birthday message from Secretary of State John Kerry to the United States …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 16 November, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Ottawa, Speeches | Tags: Marine Ball, USMC
Ottawa’s Montgomery Legion President Garry Beaupre recently visited Ambassador Heyman in his office to present him with a Remembrance Poppy, marking the first week of the Canadian Legion’s nation-wide Poppy Campaign. The Ambassador was honored to join Canadians from coast to coast who don the poppy as a visual symbol honoring the service and sacrifice …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 November, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Montgomery Legion, Poppy, Remembrance Day
The Embassy marked the 2016 Elections with a Viewing Event at Ottawa’s Chateau Laurier.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 November, 2016 | Topics: Events, News, Ottawa | Tags: election
“It is my honor to be here today to recognize the important contributions the members of the Canadian Armed Forces make to the United States military and to U.S. military operations around the globe.”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 8 November, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Military, remarks
“The story of veterans is about continuing the commitment to serving fellow citizens, using the skills and dedication the veterans developed while they were in uniform.”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 2 November, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, Speeches | Tags: remarks, Remembrance Day, Team Rubicon, Veterans Day
“It is imperative that we continue to come together in fora like this, within our own governments, and with our colleagues at the municipal, state, and provincial levels to consider how we can most effectively combat human trafficking. “
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 2 November, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Human Rights, News, Official Reports, Ottawa, Reports, Speeches, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: human trafficking, speech, TIP Report, Trafficking in Persons Report
Last week, 12 high school students in Ottawa had the opportunity to work with American “beat-maker” Ricardo Luss Nigaglioni, who, with a grant from the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa, conducted a week-long program on composing, performing, recording, and producing music.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 1 November, 2016 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, News, Ottawa | Tags: dance
Today, Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson traveled to Canada, where he participated in bilateral meetings with key counterparts.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 28 October, 2016 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Policy, Press Releases, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Department of Homeland Security, DHS, Jeh Johnson, Secretary Jeh Johnson, Secretary Johnson
Canadian politicians and political observers will visit Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from October 30 to November 9 as participants in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 27 October, 2016 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Canada | Tags: election, International Visitor Leadership Program, IVLP
You don’t need me to tell you how the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway are a deeply important environmental and economic resource shared between the United States and Canada. I think the numbers speak for themselves.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 27 October, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Fisheries & Marine Issues, News, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Great Lakes, remarks
On October 27, Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson will visit Ottawa, Canada to participate in bilateral meetings with key Canadian counterparts.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 October, 2016 | Topics: Border Issues, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Department of Homeland Security, Secretary Jeh Johnson
United States Ambassador Bruce Heyman Universities Canada “Heading North” Report Launch October 21, 2016 As prepared for delivery. Welcome everyone, and thanks to Paul, the Universities Canada staff, and the university presidents and other representatives who are here today. In one way or another, all of us are in the business of what Secretary of …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 October, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, Ottawa, Reports, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Universities Canada
Today U.S. Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman emphasized the importance of academic exchange opportunities for American students in Canada at an event to mark the launch of a Universities Canada report, titled Heading north: The experience of American students at Canadian universities. Universities Canada President, Paul Davidson joined the Ambassador for the launch, which took place during a meeting of Canadian university presidents in Ottawa. …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 October, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Reports, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Universities Canada
For more than 100 years, the IJC has enabled the United States and Canadian governments to manage the levels and flows of our shared waters and has provided expert advice and guidance to help us find solutions that meet the needs of both countries.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 October, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Border Issues, Fisheries & Marine Issues, News, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: IJC, International Joint Commission, remarks
“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).”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 24 October, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Environment, Fisheries & Marine Issues, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: boundary waters, International Joint Commission
Aircraft, personnel and equipment from the Canadian Armed Forces and the United States Air National Guard have deployed to Yellowknife, N.W.T. as part of Exercise VIGILANT SHIELD 17 from October 17 to 21, 2016.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 October, 2016 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada | Tags: NORAD, Vigilant Shield
U.S. Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman will launch a report by Universities Canada titled Heading north: The experience of American students at Canadian universities. The Ambassador will be joined by Universities Canada President Paul Davidson for the launch during a meeting of Canadian university presidents in Ottawa. WHAT: Launch of U.S. Embassy-commissioned report Heading North, by Universities …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 October, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Education, News, Official Reports, Ottawa, Press Releases | Tags: Universities Canada
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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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 October, 2016 | Topics: Culture, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Scholarships and Exchanges | Tags: Exchange, International Visitor Leadership Program, IVLP
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.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 18 October, 2016 | Topics: Energy, Environment, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Department of Energy, Natural Resources Canada
“I was deeply saddened to learn today of the tragic death of Jim Prentice, former Premier of Alberta and federal cabinet minister.”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 October, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Calgary, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: condolences, Statement by Ambassador Heyman
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
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 October, 2016 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Brett McGurk, Global Coalition to Counter ISIL/Da’esh, U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for the Global Coalition to Counter ISIL/Da’esh
“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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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 6 October, 2016 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, Ottawa | Tags: #artconvoAIE, Anne Chu, Contemporary Conversations
“On October 6, I will be pleased to join Environment Minister Catherine McKenna at the Great Lakes Public Forum in Toronto.”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 5 October, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Environment, News, Ottawa, Toronto | Tags: Great Lakes, Great Lakes Economic Forum, Statement by Ambassador 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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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 September, 2016 | Topics: Culture, Environment, News, Ottawa | Tags: Laura Robin, Lornado, Ottawa Citizen, Ottawa Citizen Style, vicki heyman
“To honor the memories of those who have lost their lives to breast cancer, recognize the resilience of breast cancer survivors, and increase public awareness of what we can do to combat the disease, the United States Embassy in Ottawa will be lit in pink each night during the month of October.”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 30 September, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa | Tags: breast cancer awareness month, Statement by Ambassador Heyman
On Thursday, September 29, 2016, the Woodrow Wilson International Center for Scholars (Wilson Center) will host the first-ever Stakeholder Dialogue on North American Competitiveness.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 September, 2016 | Topics: Border Issues, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags: multilateral, NALS 2016, North American Leaders' Summit
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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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 September, 2016 | Topics: Agriculture, Ambassador, Art & Culture, Culture, News, Ottawa | Tags: Algonquin College, TasteUS
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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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 September, 2016 | Topics: Calgary, Consul General, Events, Halifax, Messages for U.S. Citizens, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Quebec, Toronto, U.S. Citizen Services, Vancouver, Winnipeg | Tags: election, voting
“The United States and Canada share the largest peaceful border between two nations in the world — a truly remarkable accomplishment in today’s world.”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 21 September, 2016 | Topics: Border Issues, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Travel & Tourism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Customs and Border Protection
“Today, we celebrate twenty years of Arctic cooperation and look forward to a long term future of peace and stability in the region.”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 September, 2016 | Topics: News, Ottawa, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Arctic Council, multilateral
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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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 20 September, 2016 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, Ottawa | Tags: #artconvoAIE, Anne Chu, Art in Embassies, national gallery of canada
“On behalf of the United States, I would like to thank the Government of Canada for hosting the Fifth Replenishment Conference of the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria.”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 15 September, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Montreal, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada
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 …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 September, 2016 | Topics: Messages for U.S. Citizens, News, Ottawa, Security & Emergency Messages, U.S. Citizen Services | Tags: election, voting
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.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 14 September, 2016 | Topics: Key Officials, Montreal, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Global Fund Conference
“The unbreakable bond between the United States and Canada was never more evident than on that day 15 years ago and in the days that followed.”
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 9 September, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: 9/11, September 11, Statement by Ambassador Heyman
Thanks to the close partnership between the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA), American seed growers and businesses are saving thousands of dollars each year in cross border transactions.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 29 August, 2016 | Topics: Agriculture, News, Ottawa, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Foreign Agriculture Service, USDA
U.S. Border Patrol marine units assigned to the Buffalo Border Patrol Station made landfall on the Canadian shore near Niagara Falls, after observing a house fire on the Canadian shoreline around 1:15 am.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 26 August, 2016 | Topics: News, Ottawa, Toronto, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Customs and Border Protection
The Vice President spoke with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau today by telephone to discuss deeper cooperation on a range of global issues.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 23 August, 2016 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Joe Biden, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
Ottawa’s local weather service will tell you it rained on this weekend’s downtown Pride parade, but onlookers will attest there was not a dampened spirit in sight as the city’s LGBTI community and supporters turned out with great enthusiasm to celebrate Ottawa Capital Pride 2016 ! Gamely leading the parade through varying intensities of precipitation were Ottawa Capital Pride’s …
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 August, 2016 | Topics: Events, Human Rights, Ottawa, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada | Tags: lgbt, lgbti, Ottawa Capital Pride, pride
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.
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By U.S. Mission to Canada | 22 August, 2016 | Topics: Environment, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: birds, Migratory Birds 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.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 17 August, 2016 | Topics: Environment, News, Ottawa, Science & Tech, U.S. & Canada | Tags: migratory birds, Migratory Birds Treaty
Members of the United States Marines Corps Detachment from the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa were thrilled to visit the Ronald McDonald House in Ottawa today to present a donation raised from the Embassy employee association’s annual charity golf tournament.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 16 August, 2016 | Topics: News, Ottawa | Tags: Marines, Ronald McDonald House Ottawa
“This case is an example of the strong cross-border law enforcement cooperation that exists between Canada and the United States.”
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By Ambassador Bruce Heyman | 11 August, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: counter-terrorism, Statement by Ambassador Heyman
“Every country has an obligation to respect religious liberty and freedom of conscience; we encourage every country to do so.”
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 10 August, 2016 | Topics: Key Documents, News, Ottawa, Reports | Tags: 2015 International Religious Freedom Report
“You are all ambassadors for the Arctic.”
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 5 August, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, The Arctic | Tags: Students on Ice
Today, as we reflect on the courage and commitment of all who made this achievement possible, let us renew our obligation to extend the promise of the American dream to all our people, and let us recommit to building a world free of unnecessary barriers and full of deeper understanding of those living with disabilities.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 26 July, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Ottawa | Tags: Americans with Disabilities Act, Barack Obama, Presidential Proclamation
The United States and Canada continue to deepen our regulatory cooperation to enhance economic competitiveness while maintaining high standards when it comes to health, safety, and the environment.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 21 July, 2016 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, Economic Affairs, Key Documents, News, Ottawa, Policy, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: RCC, Regulatory Cooperation Council
United States Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman and U.S. Customs and Border Protection Director of the Preclearance Field Office Randy Howe helped celebrate the completion of a two-year collaborative Security in Advance (SIA) project at Toronto’s Pearson International Airport on Tuesday, July 19, 2016 in a ribbon cutting ceremony. The SIA project was developed and …
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By U.S. Consulate General Toronto | 20 July, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Border Issues, News, Ottawa, Security & Counterterrorism, Toronto, U.S. & Canada | Tags: preclearance, Security in Advance
Canadian community leaders will visit Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from July 18 to August 5 as participants in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 15 July, 2016 | Topics: Alumni, Education, Halifax, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Scholarships and Exchanges, Toronto, Vancouver | Tags: countering violent extremism, Exchange, International Visitor Leadership Program, IVLP
The U.S. Embassy, in conjunction with the State University of New York (SUNY) College at Plattsburgh and Fulbright Canada, is pleased to announce the selection of 16 outstanding Canadian youth community leaders and two Canadian adult educators for the Youth Ambassadors Program. The selected participants represent a variety of backgrounds and hail from across Canada. …
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 13 July, 2016 | Topics: Alumni, Education, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Scholarships and Exchanges, U.S. & Canada | Tags: YAP, Youth Ambassadors, Youth Ambassadors Program
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.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 11 July, 2016 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Transportation
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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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 7 July, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Independence Day, July4Canada, Lornado
“We are proud to count ourselves among Canada’s closest friends, partners, and allies. We are also very fortunate to call you our neighbor.”
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 1 July, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Ottawa | Tags: Canada Day, John Kerry
“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.”
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 29 June, 2016 | Topics: Featured Event, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Speeches | Tags: Barack Obama, Parliament of Canada, POTUS Visit
“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. “
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 29 June, 2016 | Topics: Featured Event, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Documents, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Trade, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Barack Obama, NALS, NALS2016, North American Leaders' Summit, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Trilateral
At NALS 2016, the United States, Canada and Mexico signed a memorandum of understanding welcoming Canada into the MUSEIC Women’s Entrepreneurship Subcommittee.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 29 June, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Documents, Key Officials, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Canada, John Kerry, Memorandum of Understanding, Mexico, MOU, NALS, NALS 2016, NALS2016, north america, North American Leaders' Summit, Trilateral, United States
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.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 29 June, 2016 | Topics: Featured Event, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Documents, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Barack Obama, NALS, NALS2016, North American Leaders' Summit, POTUS Visit, Trilateral
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.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 29 June, 2016 | Topics: Energy, Environment, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Barack Obama, NALS, NALS2016, North American Leaders' Summit, Trilateral
Given the great importance of the softwood lumber industry to the economies of the United States and Canada, on March 10, 2016, we instructed the United States Trade Representative and the Canadian Minister of International Trade to intensively explore all options and report back on the key features that would address the issue.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 29 June, 2016 | Topics: Agriculture, Border Issues, Business, Economic Affairs, Featured Event, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Documents, News, Ottawa, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Barack Obama, NALS2016, North American Leaders' Summit, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, softwood lumber
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.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 29 June, 2016 | Topics: Energy, Environment, Featured Event, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Ottawa, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Barack Obama, NALS 2016, North American Leaders' Summit, ObamaCAN, POTUS Visit, Trilateral
On Wednesday, June 29, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Penny Pritzker will join President Obama in Canada at the North American Leaders’ Summit (NALS), hosted by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 28 June, 2016 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Ottawa, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Barack Obama, Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker, NALS, NALS 2016, North American Leaders' Summit, U.S. Department of Commerce
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).
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 24 June, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: John Kerry, NALS, NALS 2016, North American Leaders' Summit
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.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 24 June, 2016 | Topics: Key Documents, Key Officials, Near East & North Africa, News, Ottawa, Policy, Political Affairs, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Canadian International Auto Show, Iraq
“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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By Ambassador Bruce Heyman | 24 June, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Culture, News, Ottawa, Speeches, Toronto | Tags: Chihuly, ChihulyTO, ROM, Royal Ontario Museum
Through his tireless efforts, “Mr. RCC” helped break down barriers to regulatory cooperation and made our economies more competitive, while keeping our commitments to our citizens’ health, safety, and welfare.
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By Ambassador Bruce Heyman | 23 June, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, Speeches | Tags: Regulatory Cooperation Council, speech
“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.”
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By Ambassador Bruce Heyman | 23 June, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Energy, Environment, News, Ottawa, Speeches, The Arctic | Tags: ActOnClimate, North American Climate Policy Forum, speech
The Embassy of the United States in Ottawa announces that 12 Canadian participants have been selected as delegates to the Global Entrepreneurship Summit (GES), which will take place June 22-24, 2016 in Palo Alto, California.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 21 June, 2016 | Topics: Business, Calgary, Commercial Affairs, Doing Business in the U.S., Halifax, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Toronto, Trade, Vancouver | Tags: entrepreneurship, GES 2016, Global Entrepreneurship Summit
“I’m proud to say that with our 108 delegates, Canada will have the second largest country delegation at this year’s SelectUSA Summit.”
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By Ambassador Bruce Heyman | 20 June, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Business, Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, Economic Affairs, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Speeches, Trade, U.S. & Canada
“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.”
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 17 June, 2016 | Topics: Business, Economic Affairs, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Policy, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: softwood lumber, U.S. Trade Representative Michael Froman
“From June 19-21, I will be privileged to accompany a delegation of 108 Canadian business representatives to the 2016 SelectUSA Investment Summit in Washington, D.C.”
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 17 June, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Ottawa, Trade, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Barack Obama, SelectUSA, SelectUSA Canada
“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.”
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 17 June, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Environment, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Speeches | Tags: cycling, greening initiatives, Mackenzie Avenue
Road Trip USA – American Independence Day United States Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman and Mrs. Vicki Heyman will host the annual Fourth of July Independence Day celebration ( #July4Canada and #4juilletCA ) in Ottawa on Monday, July 4, 2016, from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. on the grounds of Lornado, the U.S. Ambassador’s Residence. Guests will be …
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 17 June, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Exclude, Featured Event, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: 4juilletCA, Independence Day, July4Canada, Road Trip USA
United States Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman and Mrs. Vicki Heyman will host the annual Fourth of July Independence Day celebration (#July4Canada and #4juilletCA) in Ottawa on Monday, July 4, 2016.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 16 June, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Events, Exclude, News, Ottawa, Press Releases | Tags: 4th of July, Independence Day, July 4th, July4Canada
As Delivered Thank you, thank you, thank you, thank you. Glenn [Richardson, JobsOhio, Managing Director for Advanced Manufacturing and Aerospace], I appreciate that. Before I begin this morning, I’d just like to take a few moments to say a few words about the tragic loss of life, actually let’s call it what it is, a …
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By Ambassador Bruce Heyman | 16 June, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, Speeches, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ohio State University, SAGE
The President spoke by phone today with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada to accept Prime Minister Trudeau’s condolences for the terrorist attack in Orlando, Florida.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 15 June, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Barack Obama, lgbt, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
Under Secretary of State for Political Affairs Tom Shannon will travel to Ottawa, Canada June 15.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 15 June, 2016 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Department of State, U.S.-Canada High Level Policy Review Group
“Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr. Hall’s family and friends, and we stand by our Canadian allies as we work together to combat global terrorism and to ensure that the perpetrators of terrorist acts are brought to justice.”
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 14 June, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, Press Releases | Tags: Statement, Statement by Ambassador Heyman
As a mark of respect for the victims of the tragic and senseless acts of violence that occurred in Orlando, Florida, on June 12, the United States Embassy in Ottawa, Canada, will make available a condolence book for members of the public and diplomatic community who wish to express their sympathy to the victims and …
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By Ambassador Bruce Heyman | 13 June, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, Press Releases | Tags: lgbt
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.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 13 June, 2016 | Topics: Fisheries & Marine Issues, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Our Ocean, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada | Tags: arctic, Coast Guard
Ambassador Bruce Heyman will be among the 22 U.S. Chiefs of Mission joining President Barack Obama, Secretary of State John Kerry, Commerce Secretary Penny Pritzker, and other administration officials at the 2016 SelectUSA Investment Summit June 20th and 21st in Washington, D.C.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 13 June, 2016 | Topics: Commercial Affairs, Commercial Opportunities, Doing Business in the U.S., Economic Affairs, News, Ottawa, Trade | Tags: SelectUSA, SelectUSA Canada
U.S. Ambassador to Canada Bruce Heyman and Mrs. Vicki Heyman were delighted to welcome a group of students from Ottawa’s Fisher Park Public School to Lornado on June 8. As members of Fisher Park’s Eco Club and Community Helpers group, the students were invited to join Mrs. Heyman on a tour of new and ongoing greening …
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By polleselmd | 9 June, 2016 | Topics: Agriculture, Ambassador, Art & Culture, News, Ottawa | Tags: gardening, Lornado, students, vicki heyman
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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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 8 June, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Culture, News, Ottawa, The Arctic | Tags: arctic, Northern Tour 2016
The weather outside was cold and wet, but that didn’t dampen the enthusiasm of 340 visitors who got a look inside the United States Embassy in Ottawa as part of Doors Open Ottawa 2016.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 6 June, 2016 | Topics: Art & Culture, Events, News, Ottawa | Tags: Doors Open Ottawa
“Trilateral energy cooperation between the United States, Canada, and Mexico is crucial to advancing our energy security and growing low-carbon economies.”
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By polleselmd | 3 June, 2016 | Topics: Energy, Environment, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Department of Energy, energy, Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz, Trilateral
Senior administrators from Canadian universities and colleges will visit Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from June 5 to June 15 as participants in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP). They will have the opportunity to learn strategies for expanding international student exchange programs and strengthen professional coordination with academic administrators in the United States. …
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 2 June, 2016 | Topics: Alumni, Calgary, Education, Halifax, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Scholarships and Exchanges, Toronto, Winnipeg | Tags: education, Exchange, International Visitor Leadership Program, IVLP
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.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 1 June, 2016 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ambassador Randy Berry, lgbt, lgbti, lgbtq
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.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 31 May, 2016 | Topics: Environment, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Toronto, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Environmental Protection Agency, EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy, Great Lakes, Minister Catherine McKenna, water
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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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 27 May, 2016 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Science & Tech | Tags: NASA, women in stem
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.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 23 May, 2016 | Topics: Environment, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags: birds, migratory birds, Migratory Birds Treaty, Trilateral
Meeting in Vienna on May 17, 2016, as the International Syria Support Group (ISSG), the Arab League, Australia, Canada, China, Egypt, the European Union, France, Germany, Iran, Iraq, Italy, Japan, Jordan, Lebanon, The Netherlands, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, Oman, Qatar, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Spain, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, the United …
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 17 May, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Documents, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Security & Counterterrorism | Tags: International Syria Support Group, ISSG, John Kerry
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.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 13 May, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Energy, Environment, Events, News, Ottawa, Science & Tech, The Arctic | Tags: World Wildlife Fund
“The U.S. Embassy, via the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance, will provide USD$50,000 to support response activities, joining tens of thousands of Canadians and Americans who have reached out to assist the people of Alberta.”
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By Ambassador Bruce Heyman | 13 May, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Calgary, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Alberta, wildfire
“The United States warmly congratulates Canada on announcing its decision to host the Global Fund’s 5th Replenishment Conference on September 16, 2016.”
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By Ambassador Bruce Heyman | 10 May, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Global Fund Conference, Statement by Ambassador Heyman
Congratulations to team “Pentagen” from the Earl of March Secondary School, whose original mobile app came in first place at this year’s Technovation Challenge at Carleton University on April 30. The app, called Connectsitter , is designed to connect parents with babysitters in their community. The team of five young women will advance to the semi-finals, where their …
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 9 May, 2016 | Topics: Events, News, Ottawa, Science & Tech | Tags: Technovation, women in stem
“I am pleased to announce that President Obama will travel to Ottawa on June 29 for the North American Leaders’ Summit, where he will meet with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and President Enrique Peña Nieto of Mexico.”
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 4 May, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Barack Obama, NALS, North American Leaders' Summit, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Trilateral
The U.S. Embassy in Ottawa is pleased to announce it will be participating in this year’s Doors Open Ottawa on Sunday, June 5th.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 2 May, 2016 | Topics: Events, News, Ottawa | Tags: Doors Open Ottawa
Canadian experts in Indigenous health will visit Washington, D.C., and other U.S. cities from May 1 to May 11 as participants in an International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP).
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 29 April, 2016 | Topics: Alumni, Calgary, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Scholarships and Exchanges, Toronto, Vancouver | Tags: Indigenous health, International Visitor Leadership Program, IVLP
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 …
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 28 April, 2016 | Topics: Environment, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: arctic, bilateral meetings, Department of Interior, ECCC, Environment, Interior Secretary Sally Jewell, Minister Catherine McKenna, Parks
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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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 28 April, 2016 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada
On Wednesday, April 27, U.S. Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell will make her first official visit to Canada.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 27 April, 2016 | Topics: Environment, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: arctic, conservation, Department of the Interior, indigenous, Interior Secretary Sally Jewell
Acting Assistant Secretary of State for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Judith Garber will travel to Ottawa, Canada, April 27-29.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 27 April, 2016 | Topics: Environment, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Our Ocean | Tags: arctic, Department of State, Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs
The Ottawa Chapter of Women Power Technology , with support from the Embassy of the United States in Ottawa, will host the final competition of the Technovation Challenge on April 30 at Carleton University. More than 100 girls will conclude a 12-week program on technology and innovation as they pitch their original apps to a panel of judges. WHAT: Technovation …
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 26 April, 2016 | Topics: Alumni, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Science & Tech | Tags: Exchange, Technovation
“Whether we are working jointly to ensure the environmental health of the region, cooperating to expedite the safe and efficient transport of goods and services across our shared border, or developing innovative approaches to the challenges of our time, the Great Lakes region will continue to play a central role in U.S. and Canadian prosperity.”
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By Ambassador Bruce Heyman | 25 April, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Economic Affairs, News, Ottawa, Speeches, Toronto | Tags: Great Lakes Economic Forum, speech
“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 …
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 20 April, 2016 | Topics: Environment, Fisheries & Marine Issues, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Department of the Interior, Interior Secretary Sally Jewell, migratory birds
Trade representatives and consumers poured in to taste the newest and best vintages of more than 100 California wineries hosted by the California Wine Fair Tour in Ottawa on April 8, 2016.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 13 April, 2016 | Topics: Agriculture, Business, News, Ottawa | Tags: California Wine Show, Foreign Agriculture Service, TasteUS
Dr. Jonathan Pershing will travel April 12 – 13 to Ottawa, marking his first official trip as U.S. Special Envoy for Climate Change.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 12 April, 2016 | Topics: Environment, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Climate Change, Department of State, Jonathan Pershing
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 …
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 7 April, 2016 | Topics: Environment, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Climate Change, Enivronment and Climate Change Canada, Environment, EPA, Statement, Sustainable Prosperity, University of Ottawa
Memphis is in the building!
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 7 April, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Travel & Tourism, Vancouver | Tags: Memphis in May
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 …
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 1 April, 2016 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, Ottawa | Tags: #artconvoAIE, Contemporary Conversations, kiki smith, national gallery of 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).
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 22 March, 2016 | Topics: Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Political Affairs | Tags: Department of State
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 …
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 17 March, 2016 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Events, News, Ottawa, Press Releases | Tags: Contemporary Conversations, kiki smith
Canada and the United States intend to further strengthen our relationship and enhance our mutual security, prosperity, and economic competitiveness
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 15 March, 2016 | Topics: Border Issues, Key Documents, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Department of Homeland Security, Public Safety Canada, Secretary Jeh Johnson
“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.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 10 March, 2016 | Topics: Featured Event, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Barack Obama, Official Visit, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
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.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 10 March, 2016 | Topics: Environment, Featured Event, Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Policy, The Arctic, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags: arctic, Barack Obama, clean energy, Climate Change, methane, Official Visit, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
“I think that President Obama and Prime Minister Trudeau have an enormous amount in common, and I’m confident the visit here is going to be really excellent.”
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 9 March, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: CBC, interview, John Kerry
“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.”
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 9 March, 2016 | Topics: Former U.S. Government Leaders, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: CTV, interview, John Kerry
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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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 8 March, 2016 | Topics: Alumni, Calgary, Culture, Halifax, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Security & Counterterrorism, Toronto | Tags: countering violent extremism, CVE, Exchange, International Visitor Leadership Program, IVLP
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.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 25 February, 2016 | Topics: Key Officials, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Political Affairs, U.S. & Canada, Western Hemisphere | Tags: Ambassador Kenneth Merten, Department of State, Haiti
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.
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 22 February, 2016 | Topics: Environment, Fisheries & Marine Issues, Key Officials, News, Ottawa, Our Ocean, Policy, Science & Tech, Toronto, U.S. & Canada, U.S. Agencies | Tags: Environmental Protection Agency, EPA, EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy, Great Lakes, Lake Erie, Minister Catherine McKenna
U.S. Ambassador to Canada Bruce A. Heyman issued the following statement regarding today’s announcement of Canada’s contributions to the Counter-Da’esh Coalition: “I was pleased to hear Canada’s announcement today of additional, significant contributions to the Counter-Da’esh Coalition. As a founding member of the Coalition, Canada has been a valued and willing partner in the mission …
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 8 February, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Security & Counterterrorism, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ambassador Bruce Heyman, cooperation, daesh, Defense, isil, isis, security
Ambassador Heyman took a trip to Almonte, Ontario — and to the very earliest days of basketball!
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 3 February, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Culture, News, Ottawa, Public Affairs, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Ambassador Bruce Heyman, basketball, 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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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 1 February, 2016 | Topics: Ambassador, Culture, News, Ottawa, Press Releases | Tags: basketball, Minister Carla Qualtrough, naismith museum, sport
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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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 20 January, 2016 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Featured Event, News, Ottawa, Press Releases | Tags: annu chu, Art in Embassies, Contemporary Conversations, kiki smith, marc mayer, national gallery of canada, theaster gates, vicki heyman
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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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 15 January, 2016 | Topics: Art & Culture, Culture, Halifax, Montreal, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, Toronto, Vancouver | Tags: art, arts, black history month, cultural, culture, florida highwaymen, press release
Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTI Persons Randy Berry will travel to Ottawa, Canada, January 12–13, to participate in various LGBTI meetings with civil society groups and various government officials. For updates on the U.S. Government’s human rights work, visit www.humanrights.gov ; the DRL Twitter account, @State_DRL ; or Special Envoy Berry’s Twitter account, @RandyBerry . …
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 11 January, 2016 | Topics: News, Ottawa, U.S. & Canada | Tags: lgbt, lgbti, randy berry
U.S. Ambassador to Canada Bruce A. Heyman today issued the following statement: “I am pleased to announce that President Obama and the First Lady will welcome Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife, Sophie Grégoire-Trudeau, to the White House for an Official Visit with a State Dinner on Thursday, March 10, 2016. The visit will …
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By U.S. Embassy Ottawa | 28 December, 2015 | Topics: Ambassador, Former U.S. Government Leaders, News, Ottawa, Press Releases, U.S. & Canada | Tags: Barack Obama, Official Visit, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
The U.S.-Canada partnership is vital t