3 February 2010
Consulate Staff Meets with Canadian Immigration Officials
The Consulate recently hosted Canadian government officials from several agencies for an informative exchange on immigration issues. Directors General from the Immigration and Refugee Board, Citizenship and Immigration Canada and the Custom and Border Services Agency offered Consulate staff an overview of their agency’s role and history. The visitors learned about the Consulate’s operations and enjoyed a tour of the facilities.

2 February 2010
Consulate Joins City in Honoring Black History Month Laureates
Consul Peter Martin joined prominent city and provincial officials in honoring Montreal’s Black History Month Laureates in a memorable ceremony at Montreal’s Hôtel de Ville. More information on the celebration of Black History Month in Montreal.

1 February 2010

National African American History Month
Each February, National African American History Month honors the struggles and triumphs of millions of American citizens over the most devastating obstacles — slavery, prejudice, poverty — as well as their contributions to the nation’s cultural and political life. President Obama’s Proclamation on National African American History Month

27 January 2010

State of the Union Address 2010
[Transcript]    [Video].

26 January 2010
Consul Explains Work Visa Application Process to Concordia Students
U.S. Consul Vito DiPaola and Montreal Consulate General staff members held an information session at Concordia University recently. DiPaola explained work visa requirements and application procedures for Canadian and non-Canadian students, and answered questions from the group. Learn more about the Non-immigrant Visa Application process.

25 January 2010

Ministerial Preparatory Conference on Haiti
[Read Secretary of State Hillary Clinton’s remarks]

8 January 2010
Consul General Welcomes Habs Blueliner
Montreal Canadiens defenseman Hal Gill met with Consul General McClenny on a recent visit to the Consulate. Gill, a native of Bolton, Massachusetts, is one of five Americans on the team.

U.S. Customs and Border Protection Responds to H1N1 Vaccination Requirement Rumor
(12/08/2009) U.S. Customs and Border Protection would like to address rumors regarding U.S. entry requirements and the H1N1 virus: Travelers do NOT need to present proof that they received the H1N1 flu vaccine in order to enter the United States. No such vaccination requirement exists. Travelers are encouraged to visit the Department of Health and Human Services Flu Web site for current information on seasonal flu prevention, and the "Know Before You Go" section under the Travel tab of the CBP Web site for helpful traveler tips.

17 December 09
ISAF Commander says Canadian Strength and Courage is Humbling
General Stanley McChrystal, the Commander of ISAF, the International Security Assistance Force, and U.S. Forces Afghanistan Commander spoke at the Conference of Defence Associations Institute in Ottawa on "The Road Ahead for Afghanistan" today. General McChrystal remarked on the overall U.S.-Canada defense partnership saying that, "We have fought on multiple battlefields together" and that in Afghanistan, "Canada's contribution to this partnership has been extraordinary." [more]  [transcript]

United States Participation in the 15th Session of the Conference of the Parties to the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change. Copenhagen, Denmark, December 7-18, 2009
(Dec. 8): The U.S. is committed to forging an international response and achieving a successful outcome at the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP-15) in Copenhagen, Dec. 7-18. Special Envoy Stern leads the U.S. delegation. [Learn more]
Also visit the U.S. Commerce Department Copenhagen Climate Change Conference Web Site

14 December 09
Ambassador Jacobson Joins Enthusiastic Crowd for Canadiens Game
Ambassador David Jacobson took part in the festivities at the Bell Centre this week, attending the exciting Montreal Canadiens – Buffalo Sabres game. The Ambassador enjoyed great hospitality from Habs ownership and management, and met with several journalists who cover the team including longtime scribe Red Fisher. The Ambassador also met several Canadiens players and their families, who were taking part in a holiday charity toy drive for underprivileged children. One standout moment of the evening: meeting Habs legend Jean Beliveau (pictured). For more photos, please go to our page.

12 December 09
McCord Museum Professional Participates in U.S. Exchange Program
Mr. Christian Vachon, Head of Collection Management at the McCord Museum of Canadian History recently participated in a professional exchange program sponsored by the U.S. Consulate General in Montreal. Mr. Vachon travelled to the U.S. with colleagues from across Canada and visited museums and art galleries in Washington D.C., Atlanta and Minneapolis. The Canadians exchanged information with their U.S. counterparts at each institution on a variety of museum design and collection issues.

10 December 09
Remarks by President Barack Obama at Acceptance of the Nobel Peace Prize: President Obama mentions Canadian contributions to "A Just and Lasting Peace". Oslo, Norway
"The leaders and soldiers of NATO countries – and other friends and allies – demonstrate this truth through the capacity and courage they have shown in Afghanistan. But in many countries, there is a disconnect between the efforts of those who serve and the ambivalence of the broader public. I understand why war is not popular. But I also know this: the belief that peace is desirable is rarely enough to achieve it. Peace requires responsibility. Peace entails sacrifice. That is why NATO continues to be indispensable. That is why we must strengthen UN and regional peacekeeping, and not leave the task to a few countries. That is why we honor those who return home from peacekeeping and training abroad to Oslo and Rome; to Ottawa and Sydney; to Dhaka and Kigali – we honor them not as makers of war, but as wagers of peace." [read transcript]

9 December 09
Consulate General Celebrates Passage of the Olympic Flame Through Montreal
Consulate representatives showed the Olympic spirit as the Olympic Flame passed through Montreal December 9-10. Special Agent Glenn Dickson is pictured at the Flame’s stop at RCMP headquarters in Westmount. The Olympic Flame was lit in Olympia, Greece on October 22nd and is making its way across Canada en route to Vancouver. For more information on the torch relay click here.

1 December 09
A New Way Forward - The President's Address Remarks by the President in Address to the Nation on the Way Forward in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Eisenhower Hall Theatre, United States Military Academy at West Point, West Point, New York. [Full text].

1 December 09
Montreal hosts the 2009 Boccia Americas Cup
The Consulate congratulates Team USA and all competitors for their hard work and strong play at the 2009 Boccia Americas Cup in Montreal. The 8-player and 8-coach Team USA took home two bronze and one silver medal in the individual and pair competitions. We wish them much success at their next competition in Portugal in May 2010. Visit the TEAM USA blog to learn more about the sport and to follow the team.