Consulate General of the United States, Montreal, Canada
Security Message for U.S. Citizens: Planned Demonstration on Friday, December 8, 2017
December 7, 2017
The U.S. Consulate in Montreal informs U.S. citizens of a planned demonstration at the U.S. Consulate on Friday, December 8, 2017, from approximately 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Local authorities are aware of the demonstration and will be on site. In anticipation of the protest, the U.S. Consulate will be closed to the public for consular services from 11:30 through the end of the business day on Friday, December 8 and will re-open for business on Monday, December 11. U.S. citizens needing emergency assistance after 11:30 am on Friday, December 8 until the opening of business on Monday, December 11 should call 1-514-398-9695.
Even demonstrations intended to be peaceful can turn confrontational and escalate into violence. You should avoid areas of demonstrations and exercise caution if in the vicinity of any large gatherings, protests, or demonstrations. The U.S. Consulate reminds U.S. citizens of the need for caution and awareness of personal security. Review your personal security plans; remain aware of your surroundings, including local events; and monitor local news for updates. Maintain a high level of vigilance, take appropriate steps to enhance your personal security, and follow instructions of local authorities.
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.
- Contact the U.S. Consulate General Montreal, located at 1155 Rue St-Alexandre, at 1-514-398-9695, 8:15 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. After-hours emergency number for U.S. citizens is 1-514-398-9695.
- Call 1-888-407-4747 toll-free in the United States and Canada or 1-202-501-4444 from other countries from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday (except U.S. federal holidays).
