Security Alert – U. S. Embassy Ottawa, Canada

May 11, 2018

Location: Canada, countrywide

Event: The U.S. government remains concerned that terrorists are intent on targeting U.S. citizens, including children. Terrorists may employ a variety of tactics, such as violent assaults and kidnappings. In the past they have used knives, guns, and vehicles as ramming devices. They may target schools, hospitals, churches, tourist locations, transportation hubs, and other public venues.

Actions to Take:

Stay alert in public places, including schools, hospitals, churches, tourist locations, and transportation hubs.

Review travel routes and times to reduce time and place predictability.

Keep a low profile.

Be aware of your surroundings.

Review your personal security plans.

Report social media threats to local authorities.

For Assistance:

The U.S. Embassy is located at 490 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, Canada K1N 1G8 and is open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 pm on Monday to Friday. You can reach us at 1-613-688-5335 during business hours. If you are a U.S. citizen in need of urgent assistance outside of business hours, the emergency after-hours number for the U.S. Embassy is 1-613-688-5335. Our e-mail address is OttawaACS@state.gov.

State Department – Consular Affairs (888)407-4747 or (202)501-4444

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.

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