U.S. Ambassador to Canada Kelly Craft issued a statement: “We found out that our closest friend and partner – Canada – is going to join us on an epic adventure to the Moon and on to Mars, and we could not be more excited,” she said. “Canada’s commitment to NASA’s Lunar Gateway Program and the … Read more
U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo issued the following statement: “On behalf of the Government of the United States of America, congratulations to the Canadian people on Canada Day. The breadth, depth, and enduring nature of the relationship between the United States and Canada is unique, and the United States deeply values this relationship. We … Read more
United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer released an updated summary of the negotiating objectives for the renegotiation of the North American Free Trade Agreement. “This update is an important next step in ensuring that the American people continue to know what the Trump Administration is seeking to achieve in a renegotiated NAFTA,” said Lighthizer. “If we are … Read more
U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Aubin issued a statement: “We are grateful to the government of Canada for its continued support to the people of Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands following Hurricane Maria,” she said. “We appreciate Canada’s contribution of much needed supplies, including over 30,000 meals ready to eat, and logistical support from … Read more
Statement by the Press Secretary on the Terror Attacks in Edmonton, Alta.: “We condemn the cowardly terror attacks on a police officer and pedestrians that occurred late last night in Edmonton, Canada. Law enforcement authorities from the United States are in touch with their Canadian counterparts to offer assistance with the ongoing investigation. Our thoughts … Read more
Elizabeth Aubin, Chargé d’Affaires, issued the following statement: “As President Trump said yesterday, the United States is grateful to the government and people of Canada for its timely and helpful offers of support. At this time, the Federal Emergency Management Agency and Public Safety Canada are in close coordination. FEMA will continue to work with its state, local, … Read more
President Donald J. Trump sent the following message to Governor General David Johnston, congratulating Canada on the 150th Anniversary of Confederation: “My warmest wishes go out to the people of Canada in celebration of the 150th anniversary of your National Day on July 1. The United States cherishes our relationship with Canada. Throughout the years, … Read more
U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Moore Aubin issued the following statement after the official announcement of the plans for the former U.S. Embassy building: “On behalf of the U.S. Mission to Canada, I wish to applaud the Canadian Government’s decision to refurbish the former embassy building at 100 Wellington Street and repurpose it as a new space … Read more
U.S. Chargé d’Affaires Elizabeth Aubin announced that 53 companies from a variety of industries across Canada will be travelling to Washington D.C. to participate in the SelectUSA Investment Summit from June 18-20. “As the nation’s premier foreign direct investment event, the Summit brings business opportunities and resources from across the United States together with businesses from countries around … Read more
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. The Review Group, which last met in December 2016, discussed a broad range of bilateral, regional, and global issues on which … Read more
