Entry/Exit Sistem (EES): New Border Procedures in EU
European Union has introduced a new digital border management system – the Entry/Exit System – for non-EU-nationals travelling to Europe for a short stay (up to 90 days). The new automated procedures – starting from October 12, 2025 – will gradually introduce self-service computerized systems for the collection of travel documents and biometric data of travelers, which will be collected and […]
Read moreAmbassador Cattaneo meets representatives of Italian-Canadian Associations in Vaughan and Hamilton (Ontario)
The Ambassador of Italy to Canada, Alessandro Cattaneo, took part on October 4 and 5 in a number of important events with the Italian-Canadian community in Ontario — a large and dynamic community, active at the highest levels in local political, business, and cultural spheres. On the evening of October 4th, Ambassador Cattaneo was the […]
Read moreUPDATED: Notice of recruitment of 1 contracted employee to be assigned to duties as driver/receptionist/messenger
The Embassy of Italy in Ottawa has announced a public competition for the recruitment of the following professional figure: 1 (one) contracted employee to be assigned to duties as driver/receptionist/messenger. Download here: Notice of recruitment of 1 contracted employee to be assigned to duties as driver/receptionist/messenger (ITA – pdf) Application template (ITA – docx) […]
Read moreVISIT OF THE AIR FORCE ACADEMY TO OTTAWA (SEPTEMBER 7-8, 2025)
The Air Force Academy in Pozzuoli made its annual educational trip to North America, with the first stop in Canada. Ambassador Cattaneo met with the cadets at the War Museum in Ottawa. He was accompanied by the Academy Commander, Air Force Major General Luigi Casali, and Colonel Emanuele Chiadroni, Air Force Attaché. The “Drago VI” […]
Read moreOpening of the exhibition “The Shape of Air” at the Italian Cultural Institute in Montréal, in the presence of the Ambassador of Italy to Canada, Alessandro Cattaneo
The Italian Cultural Institute in Montreal inaugurated yesterday the photography exhibition “The Shape of Air” by Luca Spano, a project selected through the 2024 Call for the Promotion of Italian Photography Abroad, promoted by the Directorate-General for Contemporary Creativity of the Italian Ministry of Culture. Curated by Giangavino Pazzola, the exhibition presents two previously unseen […]
Read moreProvision of grants for private entities. Maintenance of international peace and security and implementation of humanitarian initiatives and protection of human rights.
To enable Italian participation in international peace and humanitarian initiatives, the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation is authorized, pursuant to Article 23-ter, paragraph 2, of Presidential Decree 18/1967, to provide contributions to initiatives proposed by Italian and foreign private entities, through a public procedure and in compliance with the principles of transparency […]
Read moreItalian Language Classes at Frank Ryan Catholic Intermediate School
The Embassy of Italy in Ottawa is pleased to announce that free Italian language classes will be offered for the 2025-2026 academic year at Frank Ryan Catholic Intermediate School, located at 128 Chesterton Drive, Ottawa. The initiative is open to all children aged 4 to 14, regardless of their school or language background. Italian courses […]
Read moreJob Opening – Italian Trade Agency (ITA) Montreal
The Italian Trade Agency (ITA) in Montreal is seeking applicants for the permanent position of ASSISTANT TRADE ANALYST – Capital Goods Sector. Further information are available at the following link.
Read moreCall for scholarships a.y. 2025/2026 for the Global Master in Performing Arts Management
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MAECI), in collaboration with the “Accademia d’Arti e Mestieri dello Spettacolo Teatro alla Scala,” is offering government scholarships to international students for the Global Master in Performing Arts Management. This program aims to train highly qualified professionals with managerial and economic skills tailored to the live […]
Read moreBilateral Cooperation Strengthened Between the Italian and Canadian Armies
The Chief of Staff of the Italian Army, General Carmine Masiello, paid an official visit to Canada, accompanied by a delegation of officers from the Italian Army General Staff. The visit, which included the cities of Ottawa, Trenton, and Montreal, aimed to strengthen bilateral military cooperation and deepen discussions on training, modernization, and the operational […]
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