Demonstration Alert – U. S. Consulate General Quebec City, Canada
June 1, 2018
Location: Announced gathering points include, but are not limited to, the following neighborhoods in Quebec City and La Malbaie, Quebec, Canada:
- The center of La Malbaie, Charlevoix
- The Parc des Braves, Quebec City
- The Fontaine Tourny (in front of the National Assembly of Quebec), Quebec City
Event: From June 3 – June 9, activist groups are planning to hold several protests in Quebec City and La Malbaie. Police plan a heightened security level and transportation disruptions are expected in the vicinity of the demonstrations.
On June 3, at 1 pm in Charlevoix, there will be a rally in the center of La Malbaie. The march will begin at 1:30 pm and proceed to the nearby ”free expression” zone where the protestors plan to create a human chain near the fence.
On June 7, at 6 pm, protestors will meet at the Parc des Braves (750 Sainte-Foy Road, Quebec). The group intends to march from Parc des Braves to the Congress Centre (International Media Center).
On June 9, beginning at noon and ending around 6pm, a demonstration is taking place in front of the Fontaine Tourny (in front of the National Assembly of Quebec). Organizers are linked to various union organizations such as the Fédération des Travailleurs et Travailleuses (FTQ), and the Confédération des Syndicats Nationaux (CSN).
Local authorities are aware of these demonstrations and will be on site to react when needed.
The Consulate expects that other demonstrations may occur on short notice during this time period.
U.S. government personnel are advised to avoid demonstrations and large gatherings such as those listed above.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid the areas of the demonstrations.
- Exercise caution if unexpectedly in the vicinity of large gatherings or protests.
- Monitor local media for updates.
- Keep a low profile.
For Assistance:
The U.S. Consulate General Quebec is located at 2 Rue de la Terrasse-Dufferin and is reachable at 1-418-692-2106, 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. After-hours, the main line number can be used to access an emergency number for U.S. citizens. Our e-mail address is QuebecACS@state.gov.
State Department – Consular Affairs (888) 407-4747 or (202) 501-4444
For further information about security in Canada:
See the Department of State travel website for the Worldwide Caution, Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts, and Canada Country Specific Information.
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
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Actions to Take:
- Stay alert in public places, including schools, hospitals, churches, tourist locations, and transportation hubs.
- Review travel routes and times to reduce time and place predictability.
- Keep a low profile.
- Be aware of your surroundings.
- Review your personal security plans.
- Report social media threats to local authorities.
For Assistance:
The U.S. Consulate General Quebec is located at 2 Rue de la Terrasse-Dufferin and is reachable at 1-418-692-2106, 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. After-hours, the main line number can be used to access an emergency number for U.S. citizens. Our e-mail address is Quebecacs@state.gov.
State Department – Consular Affairs (888)407-4747 or (202)501-4444
For further information about security in Canada:
See the Department of State travel website for the Worldwide Caution, Travel Warnings, Travel Alerts, and Canada Country Specific Information.
Enroll in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) to receive security messages and make it easier to locate you in an emergency.
