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Read moreThe Ministry of Foreign Affairs launches the campaign #WeAreItaly
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs recently launched #WeAreItaly #StayTunedOnIt – a campaign to promote Italian culture at its most creative and vital in these challenging times. Andrea Bocelli, Uto Ughi, Tiziano Ferro, Paolo Fresu, Ada Montellanico, Nek, Andrea Griminelli, Rita Marcotulli, Fabrizio Bosso and many other Italian artists have joined the initiative and created […]
Read moreCOVID-19 – INFORMATION ON RETURNING TO ITALY AND FLIGHT CONNECTIONS
As of March 18, 2020 and until further notice, international air traffic to and from Canada will only be possible through the airports of Toronto, Montreal, Calgary and Vancouver. All air travelers departing from Canada are required to wear masks or other face coverings. Click here for details on the types of coverings allowed and […]
Read moreChanges regarding access to the Consular Office following the dissemination of the Coronavirus Covid-19
Due to recent developments related to the spread of Covid-19, and in order to safeguard the health of all users, beginning March 19, 2020 access to the Consular Office will be possible by appointment only, except in cases of emergency. Appointments may be booked by email at: consolare.ottawa@esteri.it or by phone at: 613 232 2401. […]
Read moreFocus Coronavirus
ENTRY INTO ITALY For information concerning entry into Italy, please see the dedicated Focus page on the website of the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, by clicking here. Beginning June 1, 2022, the Green Pass or other equivalent certification is no longer required for entry into Italy. For additional information, please click […]
Read more‘Vivo d’arte’, the prize contest dedicated to young Italian artists residing abroad – edition 2020
The second edition of “Vivo d’Arte”, the prize contest dedicated to young Italian artists (under 36 years of age) permanently residing abroad, has been announced. The success of the first edition confirmed the initiative as an excellent tool to enhance the creativity and talent of our young compatriots residing abroad and to encourage collaboration and […]
Read moreUndersecretary Scalfarotto’s mission to Canada
MAECI: Undersecretary Scalfarotto is visiting Toronto (Canada) to inaugurate the first edition of “WeLoveModainItaly Toronto”, organised by CNA Federmoda, in collaboration with the Italian Foreign Ministry and the ICE – Italian Foreign Trade Agency, in support of the fashion and accessory sector. The visit also aims to strengthen economic relations with one of the wealthiest […]
Read morePublic Procurement Observatory Newsletter – October 2020 edition
The latest edition of the Public Procurement Observatory Newsletter is available here. Born from a collaboration between the Embassy of Italy and the Italian Trade Agency, this initiative aims to promote the participation of Italian companies in Canadian public tenders through a series of monitoring, analysis and notification of new opportunities arising in the public […]
Read moreNovember 25: International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women
Italy reaffirms its firm commitment to the fight against all forms of discrimination and violence against women, which continues to be a serious and unacceptable obstacle to their enjoyment of their rights and to their personal fulfillment. It is one of the priorities of Italy’s foreign policy, led by the Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, […]
Read moreVenice in the heart – With your help Venice will shine again
Unity is strength and right now Venice needs all of us.The city, after an exceptional high tide, immediately set to work to rebuild, repair and restore the damage suffered, but there is still much to do. The Municipality has opened a banking account to collect funds for the city.Support Venice and the Venetians, support this […]
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