In October 2017, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau named Bob Rae as his Special Envoy to Myanmar. As Special Envoy, Mr. Rae is focused on the humanitarian crisis affecting the Rohingya. He issued a report last April, with recommendations to the Government of Canada on ways to alleviate the humanitarian crisis, encourage positive political developments, ensure […]
May 1, 2019
On April 25th, Ambassador David MacNaughton spoke with Canadian-American Business Council CEO Maryscott Greenwood as part of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Transportation Border Summit. In a wide-ranging conversation, the Ambassador made the case for why Canada should have an immediate and permanent exemption to U.S. section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs to create space […]
April 26, 2019
Last week, Ambassador MacNaughton spoke to the Economic Club of Washington, DC. In a conversation with David Rubenstein, Co-Founder and Co-Executive Chairman of the Carlyle Group, the Ambassador gave an overview of the U.S.-Canada economic, energy, and security relationships. The Ambassador explained how USMCA will benefit the North American economy and why Canada should have […]
April 16, 2019
Last week, the Embassy of Canada in Washington, DC hosted a concert by renowned Montreal jazz singer Dominique Fils-Aimé. The concert, part of the DC Jazz Festival’s Charles Fishman Embassy Series, promoted two important anniversaries: the 15th Annual DC Jazz Festival and the Festival International de Jazz de Montréal 40th Edition. Dominique Fils-Aimé’s music is […]
April 4, 2019
There is no better way to celebrate the long-standing friendship between Canada and the United States than to bring people together. We are pleased to showcase a collection of events happening in and around Washington, D.C. that celebrate Canadian music, art and culture. Not all events listed below are organized, supported or endorsed by the […]
April 1, 2019
January 2, 2019 Postponement of Washington, DC and Atlanta NEXUS Enrollment Event Due to the recent U.S. government shutdown and 3-week continuing resolution of funding until 15 February, US Custom and Border Protection (CBP) will not be able to support the NEXUS event. The Canadian portion of your application has been processed, however; the event […]
January 2, 2019
NEWS RELEASE – EMBASSY OF CANADA LAUNCHES VIDEO HIGHLIGHTING IMPORTANCE OF NAFTA TO US ECONOMY The United States and Canada enjoy the longest and most peaceful relationship of any two countries in the world, grounded in mutual security and prosperity. Our respective commitment to sustainable, long-term prosperity for our citizens helped spur the creation of […]
August 1, 2018
On July 1st, Canadians around the world will be celebrating the 151st anniversary of Canadian Confederation. Canada Day Across America underscores the importance of the Canada-U.S. relationship, and each year, the Embassy of Canada in Washington and our Consulates General in the United States, have the opportunity to celebrate our unique partnership with our closest friends and […]
June 29, 2018
July 1 is just days away and in cities and towns across the United States, Canadians and friends of Canada will be celebrating! Join in on the fun and festivities for Canada’s 151st birthday with our digital party pack. From must-have Canadian recipes to lyrics of Canada’s national anthem, we have all your party needs […]
June 27, 2018
The countdown to Canada Day kicks off today. Get ready to celebrate Canada Day Across America! Canada Day Across America is an opportunity to reflect on and celebrate the Canada-U.S. partnership. Each year, we encourage Canadians and the many friends of Canada across the United States to join together for #CanadaDayUSA festivities. To reach the […]
June 1, 2018