Biometrics Expansion in Canada
Starting in the summer of 2018, when you apply for a visitor visa, study or work permit (except U.S. nationals), or permanent residence you will need to give your fingerprints and a photo. To facilitate repeat travel to Canada, applicants for a visitor visa, study or work permit will only need to give their biometrics […] Read More
Message from Alexandra Bugailiskis, Canadian Ambassador to Italy
Dear Canadians and friends of Canada, I am delighted to wish you happy holidays. I am looking forward to my first holiday season in Italy following my arrival earlier this Fall. 2017 has been a very busy year. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and fourteen of his ministers visited Italy in the context of the Italian […] Read More
Studying in Canada – The Hidden Gem
With its rugged mountains, ice blue lakes, miles of forests and billowing prairie grasses, Canada appeals to the adventurous spirit. This recreational wonderland boasts over 40 National Parks and Reserves, a dozen of which are UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Alongside its impressive natural beauty, Canada also offers compelling educational opportunities to international students who wish […] Read More
Happy Canada Day from Canadian Ambassador to Italy, Peter McGovern
Dear Canadians and friends of Canada, On the 150th anniversary of our home country, I have the great pleasure to wish you a very happy Canada Day. Canada has grown year after year, shaped by many different communities from Aboriginals to French, British and many new cultures, including the Italian, all becoming part of our […] Read More
Canada-Italy Innovation Award 2017
Overview The Embassy of Canada to Italy is pleased to accept applications for the Canada-Italy Innovation Award 2017. This award provides funding to Italian innovation experts, researchers, scientists, and startuppers to undertake a trip to Canada to develop collaborative projects. Mission The Canada-Italy Innovation Award aims to develop new and existing relationships between Canadian and Italian experts […] Read More
Happy Thanksgiving from Canadian Ambassador Peter McGovern
Happy Thanksgiving to all the Canadians and Friends of Canada in Italy! As summer time is fading, we are ready to get into a Fall rich in events with renewed enthusiasm. These months, Canada is in the spotlight of Italy’s cultural scene: musicians, dancers, authors and playwrights are drawing the media’s attention on Canada’s great […] Read More
A Happy Canada Day Message from Ambassador Peter McGovern
Dear Canadians and friends of Canada, I am delighted to wish you this year again a very happy Canada Day, on our country’s 149th anniversary. The next few months in the lead up to 2017 will allow us to take some time to truly reflect on how far we have come as a country. From […] Read More
Message from Canadian Ambassador Peter McGovern
Dear Canadians and Friends of Canada in Italy! Happy Thanksgiving! As Canada’s foliage is gaining its legendary colours, students of all ages are now settled into another school year. Here in Italy, the summer heat has (finally) faded and it’s now harvest time: wine, olives, almonds, chestnuts, porcini mushrooms, and other delicious local produce are […] Read More
Canadian Federal Election
2015 Canadian Federal Election will be held on October 19, 2015 to elect members to the House of Commons of the 42nd Parliament of Canada. Canadians living abroad can vote by mail. If you live outside Canada, you can apply to vote by mail if you meet the following requirements: are a Canadian citizen will […] Read More
A Message from Peter McGovern, Ambassador of Canada to Italy
Dear Canadians and friends of Canada, Happy Canada Day 2015! 2015 is a big year for Canada: it is the 50th anniversary of our National Flag, a particularly significant milestone as we prepare for the 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017. It is also the Year of Sport in Canada: I’m sure you’ve all been […] Read More