http://canada.usembassy.gov http://canada.usembassy.gov/news-events/2012-news-and-events/may-2012/15-may-2012-facilitating-cross-border-business-priority-for-u.s.-canada The United States and Canada are holding joint consultations on ways to facilitate business travel between the two countries, Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano and Canadian Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Jason Kenney said May 14. Wed, 16 May 2012 10:13:40 -0400 http://canada.usembassy.gov/news-events/2012-news-and-events/may-2012/15-may-2012-facilitating-cross-border-business-priority-for-u.s.-canada http://canada.usembassy.gov/news-events/2012-news-and-events/may-2012/15-may-2012-usdas-150th-anniversary.html Today marks the 150th anniversary of the United States Department of Agriculture. Tue, 15 May 2012 01:39:53 -0400 http://canada.usembassy.gov/news-events/2012-news-and-events/may-2012/15-may-2012-usdas-150th-anniversary.html http://canada.usembassy.gov/news-events/2012-news-and-events/may-2012/14-may-2012-u.s.-and-canada-to-consult-on-facilitating-cross-border-business Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano and Canada's Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, Jason Kenney today announced joint consultations with stakeholders on cross-border business -- increasing efforts to facilitate business travel between the United States and Canada. Tue, 15 May 2012 11:10:51 -0400 http://canada.usembassy.gov/news-events/2012-news-and-events/may-2012/14-may-2012-u.s.-and-canada-to-consult-on-facilitating-cross-border-business http://canada.usembassy.gov/news-events/2012-news-and-events/may-2012/14-may-2012-united-states-and-canada-release-joint-guide-for-emergency-border-traffic-management.html Today, the Department of Homeland Security and Public Safety Canada announced the release of the Consideration for United States – Canada Border Traffic Disruption Management guide. Tue, 15 May 2012 10:52:19 -0400 http://canada.usembassy.gov/news-events/2012-news-and-events/may-2012/14-may-2012-united-states-and-canada-release-joint-guide-for-emergency-border-traffic-management.html http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/site/entry/nato_matters_security "When President Obama welcomes his counterparts to Chicago in just over a week, the United States will be prepared to work with our allies and partners to ensure that the alliance remains vibrant and capable for many more years to come." Tue, 15 May 2012 10:21:37 -0400 http://blogs.state.gov/index.php/site/entry/nato_matters_security http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2012/05/14/presidential-proclamation-peace-officers-memorial-day-and-police-week Presidential Proclamation: "This week, we pay tribute to the thousands of men and women who serve us with extraordinary bravery, and we remember the heroes who have laid down their lives in pursuit of a safer, more just society." Tue, 15 May 2012 10:17:57 -0400 http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2012/05/14/presidential-proclamation-peace-officers-memorial-day-and-police-week http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2012/05/14/presidential-proclamation-150th-anniversary-united-states-department-agr Presidential Proclamation: "As we commemorate this historic milestone, we pay tribute to the men and women of USDA, past and present, who have faithfully served our Nation for 150 years. For their commitment, our fields grow richer, our abundance grows greater, and our country stands stronger." Tue, 15 May 2012 10:30:33 -0400 http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2012/05/14/presidential-proclamation-150th-anniversary-united-states-department-agr http://canada.usembassy.gov/news-events/2012-news-and-events/may-2012/14-may-2012-embassy-to-host-digital-videoconference-on-emergency-management-education.html On Wednesday, May 23rd, the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa will host a digital videoconference (DVC) on emergency management education in the United States and its expansion into Canada. Mon, 14 May 2012 10:34:13 -0400 http://canada.usembassy.gov/news-events/2012-news-and-events/may-2012/14-may-2012-embassy-to-host-digital-videoconference-on-emergency-management-education.html http://studyinthestates.dhs.gov/2012/05/dhs-announces-expanded-list-of-stem-degree-programs In an effort to continue to attract the best and brightest international students to study in the United States, today DHS added more science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) designated-degree programs to the list of qualifying student visa extensions. Tue, 15 May 2012 10:35:48 -0400 http://studyinthestates.dhs.gov/2012/05/dhs-announces-expanded-list-of-stem-degree-programs http://iipdigital.usembassy.gov/st/english/article/2012/05/201205115540.html Commerce Secretary John Bryson and Interior Secretary Ken Salazar have announced the U.S. government's National Tourism and Travel Strategy to promote international travel opportunities throughout the United States. Tue, 15 May 2012 10:14:22 -0400 http://iipdigital.usembassy.gov/st/english/article/2012/05/201205115540.html http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2012/05/189651.htm Today the Obama Administration unveiled the National Tourism and Travel Strategy, a long-term roadmap for America's travel and tourism industry that aims to attract and welcome 100 million international visitors annually by the end of 2021. Fri, 11 May 2012 04:43:47 -0400 http://www.state.gov/r/pa/prs/ps/2012/05/189651.htm http://www.state.gov/secretary/rm/2012/05/189609.htm Secretary Clinton: "All people everywhere have the right to live productive lives, free from discrimination and with equal access to opportunities everywhere -- and this includes people with disabilities." Fri, 11 May 2012 04:42:52 -0400 http://www.state.gov/secretary/rm/2012/05/189609.htm http://www.ustr.gov/about-us/press-office/blog/2012/may/US-Welcomes-Stakeholders-to-TPP-Talks U.S. trade negotiators and officials are busy welcoming to Texas many of the more than 300 stakeholders from non-governmental organizations, academia, business, and the public who have accepted the invitation to be on-site at the 12th Round of the Trans-Pacific Partnership talks. Fri, 11 May 2012 04:41:35 -0400 http://www.ustr.gov/about-us/press-office/blog/2012/may/US-Welcomes-Stakeholders-to-TPP-Talks http://canada.usembassy.gov/about-us/embassy-offices/cultural-affairs/9-may-2012-aspa-congressional-fellows-blogs.html Every year, as part of the U.S.-Canada Parliamentary Exchange, a select group of American political scientists, journalists, doctors, federal executives and international scholars spend a week getting first-hand experience with the Canadian Parliament. This year, they provided us with their impressions of their time in Canada. Thu, 10 May 2012 10:36:20 -0400 http://canada.usembassy.gov/about-us/embassy-offices/cultural-affairs/9-may-2012-aspa-congressional-fellows-blogs.html http://iipdigital.usembassy.gov/st/english/article/2012/05/201205095306.html A senior U.S. official, speaking to the Council of the Americas May 8, said the Western Hemisphere is a region of rising democracy, prosperity and social inclusion. Thu, 10 May 2012 02:14:03 -0400 http://iipdigital.usembassy.gov/st/english/article/2012/05/201205095306.html http://iipdigital.usembassy.gov/st/english/article/2012/05/201205095266.html Populations of oceangoing mammals are rebounding in U.S. waters and beyond, thanks to a federal law enacted nearly 40 years ago. Thu, 10 May 2012 01:47:00 -0400 http://iipdigital.usembassy.gov/st/english/article/2012/05/201205095266.html http://canada.usembassy.gov/news-events/2012-news-and-events/may-2012/8-may-2012-united-states-and-canada-announce-plans-to-increase-nexus-benefits.html The United States and Canada today announced they had achieved key elements of the Beyond the Border Action Plan for Perimeter Security and Economic Competiveness, increasing benefits to NEXUS members by streamlining the NEXUS membership renewal process and launching a plan to increase NEXUS membership. Wed, 09 May 2012 10:27:15 -0400 http://canada.usembassy.gov/news-events/2012-news-and-events/may-2012/8-may-2012-united-states-and-canada-announce-plans-to-increase-nexus-benefits.html http://www.state.gov/s/d/2012/189441.htm "Today, our engagement with Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean requires an extra measure of strategic focus, precisely because this region is so important to our shared future." Wed, 09 May 2012 10:13:38 -0400 http://www.state.gov/s/d/2012/189441.htm http://www.dhs.gov/ynews/releases/20120508-napolitano-conference-on-americas.shtm Secretary of Homeland Security Janet Napolitano today delivered remarks at the 42nd Annual Conference on the Americas luncheon underscoring the Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) commitment to leveraging international partnerships to strengthen security and expedite legitimate trade and travel. Wed, 09 May 2012 10:06:56 -0400 http://www.dhs.gov/ynews/releases/20120508-napolitano-conference-on-americas.shtm http://www.state.gov/j/drl/rls/rm/2012/189427.htm "We have a heightened sense of urgency to promote Holocaust education, and create museums and memorials as Canada is attempting to do. Together we must carry the memory and lessons of the Holocaust into the future." Wed, 09 May 2012 10:03:08 -0400 http://www.state.gov/j/drl/rls/rm/2012/189427.htm http://www.state.gov/j/189325.htm "At the State Department, elevating our civilian power means better understanding how our diplomats and policy makers are supporting governments as they provide for and protect their citizens -- in other words, how we advance civilian security." Mon, 07 May 2012 11:39:36 -0400 http://www.state.gov/j/189325.htm http://iipdigital.usembassy.gov/st/english/article/2012/05/201205045107.html When species in an ecosystem die off, the productivity of the system declines, and the damage done ranks with the harm caused by climate change, pollution or other major forms of environmental stress, according to new research. Mon, 07 May 2012 10:53:06 -0400 http://iipdigital.usembassy.gov/st/english/article/2012/05/201205045107.html http://blogs.ottawa.usembassy.gov/ambassador/index.php/2012/05/04/may-1-2012-ottawa/ Here are some trade statistics I got recently that I thought you might find interesting. Fri, 04 May 2012 03:00:01 -0400 http://blogs.ottawa.usembassy.gov/ambassador/index.php/2012/05/04/may-1-2012-ottawa/ http://canada.usembassy.gov/news-events/2012-news-and-events/may-2012/4-may-2012-mit-public-policy-director-to-speak-in-ottawa.html On May 14th, the director of Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Washington, D.C. office will be speaking in Ottawa on promoting innovation in the manufacturing sector. Fri, 04 May 2012 04:25:07 -0400 http://canada.usembassy.gov/news-events/2012-news-and-events/may-2012/4-may-2012-mit-public-policy-director-to-speak-in-ottawa.html http://canada.usembassy.gov/news-events/2012-news-and-events/may-2012/4-may-2012-u.s.-embassy-celebrates-opening-to-the-2012-canadian-tulip-festival To mark the opening of this year's Canadian Tulip Festival -- and to mark the "tulip friendship" between the United States and Canada -- the Embassy recently unveiled a photo exhibit of the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. Fri, 04 May 2012 12:48:29 -0400 http://canada.usembassy.gov/news-events/2012-news-and-events/may-2012/4-may-2012-u.s.-embassy-celebrates-opening-to-the-2012-canadian-tulip-festival