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2020 Crime & Safety Report:

This is an annual report produced in conjunction with the Regional Security Office at the U.S. Consulate in Vancouver, British Colombia. OSAC encourages travelers to use this report to gain baseline knowledge of security conditions in . For more in-depth information, review OSAC’s Canada country page for original OSAC reporting, consular messages, and contact information, some of which may be available only to private-sector representatives with an OSAC password.

Travel Advisory

The current U.S. Department of State Travel Advisory at the date of this report’s publication assesses Canada at Level 1, indicating travelers should exercise normal precautions. Review OSAC’s report, Understanding the Consular Travel Advisory System.

Overall Crime and Safety Situation

Crime Threats

The U.S. Department of State has assessed Vancouver as being a LOW-threat location for crime directed at or affecting official U.S. government interests. While 2019 reports saw upward trends in some indices, overall criminal activity in Vancouver remains lower than cities of comparable size (approximately 675,000 residents) in the U.S. Property crimes remain by far the biggest threat to residents and visitors alike.

Organized crime, including gang-related crime, is an ongoing issue in the lower mainland of (BC). Asian gangs have long had a dominant presence in BC, and there are indications that Mexican cartels are gaining a foothold in the region. Asian organized crime and outlaw motorcycle gangs operate throughout BC, trafficking goods to the U.S., Australia, and Japan.

The rate of violent crime remains low in Vancouver, although there was an overall increase of 9% in 2019. Trends on the rise included robberies at 7%, assaults at 17%, and criminal shots-fired at 50%. The region saw a 29% decline in and, due to a robust city awareness program, sexual assaults decreased 10%.

Most crimes occurring in Vancouver are non-violent in nature. In 2019, theft from autos declined by 2% to 15,052, while breaking and entering increased by 5% to 3,988. Shoplifting and tourist-related crimes remained the most prevalent. Due to open drug use, the downtown east-side corridor typically sees more break-ins involving both vehicle and residential theft; total property crimes increased 9%. Street crime targeting individuals for robberies is rare. Over the course of 2019, the Regional Security Office received a handful of reports of non-violent incidents affecting official U.S. personnel. These isolated events have not caused any change in current security policies for the U.S. official community.

Pickpocketing and theft from parked cars in popular tourist destinations, such as Stanley Park and the area around the cruise ship terminal, are of particular concern. Treat the east-side corridor of downtown Vancouver with caution; shopping and entertainment areas near East Hastings Street and Main Street provide an environment ripe for petty theft from persons, bags, and vehicles. Review OSAC’s report, All That You Should Leave Behind.

1 Crime across all of Canada, as measured by both the crime rate and the Crime Severity Index (CSI), increased for the fourth consecutive year in 2018. (Nationwide 2019 statistics are not yet available.) The CSI measures the volume and severity of -reported and has a base index value of 100 for the year 2006. The change in the CSI in 2018 was the result of higher police-reported rates of numerous offenses. Ordered by their relative impact on the CSI, these offenses include fraud (+13%); sexual assault without a weapon or evidence of bodily harm (+15%); shoplifting of $5,000 or under (+14%); and theft over $5,000 (+15%). Decreases in other offenses (e.g. breaking and entering down 1%, and robbery down 3%) partially offset these increases.

Police reported more than two million incidents (excluding traffic offences) in 2018, almost 70,000 more than in 2017. At 5,488 incidents per 100,000 population, the rate of crime reported to police increased 2% in 2018, but was 17% lower than in 2008.

It is important to note that the police-reported crime rate and the CSI include only those incidents that come to the attention of police, either through reporting by the public or through pro-active policing. Results from the most recent General Social Survey on Victimization found that victims reported just under one-third (31%) of violent and non-violent incidents.

The CSI increased in two-thirds of Canada's largest cities (census metropolitan areas [CMAs]) in 2018, with the largest increases in Windsor, (+21%); , (+15%); and St. Catharines– Niagara, Ontario (+15%). Breaking and entering was an important contributor to the increases in Windsor and St. Catharines–Niagara, while fraud was an important contributor to the increases in Moncton and Windsor.

After increasing in 2017, Canada's homicide rate declined 4% in 2018, from 1.82 to 1.76 homicides per 100,000 population. Police reported 651 homicides in Canada in 2018, 15 fewer than the previous year. Despite the decline, the homicide rate was higher than the Canadian average over the previous decade.

Visitors to large cities and popular tourist destinations should be aware that criminals regularly target parked cars for opportunistic smash-and-grab thefts. Avoid leaving any unattended possessions in a vehicle, even in the trunk. Due to the high incidence of such crimes, motorists in , , Vancouver, and other jurisdictions can receive fines for leaving their car doors unlocked or for leaving valuables in view. Exercise precaution to safeguard property.

Review OSAC’s reports, The Overseas Traveler’s Guide to ATM Skimmers & Fraud and Taking Credit.

Review OSAC’s reports, Hotels: The Inns and Outs and Considerations for Hotel Security.

Cybersecurity Issues

Cybersecurity and internet-related crime issues are like those identified in the U.S. Travelers to Canada should continue to practice smart internet use and guard all financial transactions.

Canada’s National Cyber Security Strategy, released in 2018, recognizes that robust cyber security is an essential element of Canadian innovation and prosperity. The Strategy is adaptable and to account for a continuously changing cyber landscape, introduces a new strategic direction, and defines goals to achieve its vision of security and prosperity in the digital age.

2 Canada distributes cyber security operational capabilities across different departments and agencies. Though measures are in place to ensure good communication and coordination, ambiguity concerning roles and responsibilities and the inherent difficulty in coordinating multiple decision makers is a problematic. The new Canadian Centre for Cyber Security (the Cyber Centre) within the Communications Security Establishment (CSE) will address this gap as a single, unified team of government cyber security technical experts that will be the definitive source of unique technical advice, guidance, services, messaging and support on cyber security operational matters for government, critical infrastructure owners and operations, the private sector, and the Canadian public. The Centre will also provide cyber security expertise to support lead agencies in the delivery of their core functions, including collaborating with the RCMP’s NC3 and its law enforcement efforts to address cybercrime.

The RCMP will establish the National Cybercrime Coordination Unit (NC3 Unit) to coordinate Canadian police operations against cybercriminals and to establish a national mechanism for and businesses to report cybercrimes to police. Additionally, the RCMP will also enhance its operational capacity (e.g. investigations, intelligence, specialized technical investigative services, international presence, and specialized cyber expertise) to take federal enforcement action against priority domestic and international cybercrime activity.

Review OSAC’s reports, Cybersecurity Basics, Best Practices for Maximizing Security on Public Wi-Fi, Traveling with Mobile Devices: Trends & Best Practices, and Satellite Phones: Critical or Contraband?

Transportation-Safety Situation

Road Safety and Road Conditions

British Columbia’s highway and road infrastructure is on par with that in the U.S. However, pedestrians and bicyclists should use extreme caution in downtown areas, as several fatalities have involved either aggressive drivers or unobservant pedestrians. In winter, treacherous conditions are not unusual and driving can be challenging. British Columbia requires snow tires in the winter. Winter conditions and wildfires may prompt the sudden closure of highways. Provincial ministries of transport typically post closures and other alerts about road conditions on their websites.

Traffic congestion plays a key role in road safety. Vancouver’s diverse population is home to persons from around the world, and many motorists may not be accustomed to driving in these conditions.

All provinces except Ontario require drivers to keep their vehicle’s headlights on during the day. All ten provinces have some form of cell phone/distracted driving legislation in place. Motorcycles cannot share a lane, and safety helmets for motorcycle riders and passengers are mandatory. Running a red light is a serious concern throughout Canada. Pause before proceeding when a light turns green. It is illegal to take automobile radar detectors into Québec, Ontario, , the , or the Northwest , regardless of whether they are in use. Police there may confiscate radar detectors, operational or not, and impose substantial fines.

Alcohol and cannabis related driving offenses, such as driving while intoxicated (DWI), driving while ability- impaired, and driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol or cannabis, are criminal offenses in Canada. Penalties are heavy, and any prior conviction (no matter how old or how minor the infraction), is grounds for exclusion from Canada. If you have a DWI record, you will not be able to enter Canada without Canadian authorities finding you to be “rehabilitated.”

3 Review OSAC’s reports, Road Safety Abroad, Driving Overseas: Best Practices, and Evasive Driving Techniques; and read the State Department’s webpage on driving and road safety abroad.

Public Transportation Conditions

Public transportation in Vancouver is safe, and similar to most public transportation systems found in the U.S. Thefts and assaults can and do take place. Protect purses and bags while in crowds.

Aviation/Airport Conditions

Severe winter weather conditions may make air travel difficult at times. Harsh winter weather can cause flight delays, cancelations, and re-routed flights. Remain updated on current weather conditions and the status of individual flights when traveling during the winter, and be prepared for itinerary changes and delays.

The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has assessed the ’s Civil Aviation Authority as compliant with International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) aviation safety standards for oversight of Canada’s air carrier operations.

The conducts preclearance operations at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and seven other airports across Canada, more than in any other country. Canada is the only country in the world with which the United States has signed a new Preclearance agreement that covers all modes of transportation across the shared border.

Review OSAC’s report, Security In Transit: Airplanes, Public Transport, and Overnights.

Terrorism Threat

The U.S. Department of State has assessed Vancouver as being a LOW-threat location for directed at or affecting official U.S. government interests.

Canada’s Integrated Terrorism Assessment Centre (ITAC) assesses the terrorism threat in Canada to be “Medium.” This means extremist groups and individuals located in Canada and abroad, have both the intent and capability to carry out an act of . Such an attack could occur in Canada. Terrorists have identified uniformed personnel as a particularly desirable target.

The issue of returning foreign fighters is an ongoing concern. The number of Canadian citizens leaving to join terrorist causes decreased in 2019. Terrorism remains a threat as some of those individuals return to Canada. 20% of these foreign terrorist fighters are female.

The Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) has publicly commented that there are international terrorist organizations active in Canada, in part due to the porous southern border with the U.S. and Canada’s political asylum policies.

4 The principal terrorist threat to Canada and Canadian interests continues to be that posed by individuals or groups inspired by violent and terrorist groups, such as ISIS or al-Qa’ida (AQ). Fewer Canadians are seeking to travel abroad to support groups like ISIS or AQ. A small number of individuals maintain intentions to travel and some have made attempts. When authorities prevent travel plans, some individuals may turn their extreme intentions to the domestic environment. Canada continues to be a source country for recruitment, fundraising, and other activities that facilitate violent extremist activity abroad. Social media also remains a key tool for individuals in Canada and abroad who wish to communicate with other terrorists and violent extremist actors.

In the past year, individuals not formally connected to any terrorist group continued to conduct attacks. These individuals, often inspired by other attacks, adopt terrorist methods when conducting a violent act. Over the course of the last year, terrorist groups and their followers falsely claimed responsibility for attacks, when in fact they had no involvement or foreknowledge of these acts. For example, in July 2018, 29-year-old Faisal Hussain opened fire in the busy Danforth neighborhood in Toronto. While law enforcement officials confirmed that there was no terrorism nexus, ISIS falsely claimed responsibility for the attack soon after it occurred.

Canada also continues to face threats from individuals that support terrorist groups, such as Hizb’allah. Since the early 1980s, Hizb’allah has been responsible for, or linked to, multiple large-scale terrorist attacks worldwide; none of these attacks have occurred in Canada.

Political, Economic, Religious, and Ethnic Violence

The U.S. Department of State has assessed Vancouver as being a LOW-threat location for political violence directed at or affecting official U.S. government interests.

Civil Unrest

The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantees the right to protest, as well as the rights of freedom of conscience and religion, expression, association, and peaceful assembly.

With close connectivity and proximity to the U.S., Canadians have a long and proud history of voicing concerns on a wide range of topics, including not only domestic issues but also U.S. policy. Public rallies and demonstrations are generally peaceful. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) and Vancouver Police Department (VPD) closely monitor protests. The RCMP and VPD both have a stake in providing first response support capabilities when it comes to political/civil unrest. Review OSAC’s report, Surviving a Protest.

Religious/Ethnic Violence

Right-wing (RWE) is traditionally driven by hatred and fear, and includes a range of individuals and groups. Often coming together in online communities, right-wing extremists back a wide range of issues and grievances, including, but not limited to anti-government and anti-law enforcement sentiment, advocacy of white nationalism and racial separation, anti-Semitism and Islamophobia, anti-immigration, male supremacy (misogyny), and homophobia. The threat of violence from any individuals, including those holding extreme right-wing views, may manifest in terrorist activity or other forms of criminal violence. However, while those espousing racism, bigotry, and misogyny may attempt to undermine the fabric of Canadian society, ultimately, they do not usually result in threats to national security.

5 In Canada, individuals who hold extreme right-wing views are active online, leveraging chat forums and online networks to exchange ideas, as opposed to openly promoting violence. These individuals leverage online chats and forums in attempt to create an online culture of fear, hatred, and mistrust by exploiting real or imagined concerns.

Traditionally, violence in Canada linked to the far-right has been sporadic and opportunistic. However, attacks perpetrated by individuals who hold extreme right-wing views and other lesser-known forms of ideological extremism can occur. A recent example is a 2018 van attack in Toronto, which resulted in the deaths of ten people and alerted Canada to the dangers of the online “” movement.

Right-wing extremism is not unique to Canada. Some European RWE groups have established chapters in Canada. Likewise, some Canadian RWE groups have far-right connections in Europe.

Anti-U.S. Sentiment

Although protest activity against U.S. government policies occurs, there is little anti-U.S. sentiment among the Canadian populace.

Post-specific Concerns

Environmental Hazards

Seismic experts indicate that the deep sediment-filled basin found within the Cascadia region, from western Washington state to northern British Columbia, could precipitate a major destructive earthquake (8.0-9.0 magnitude). The last major quake of this magnitude was nearly 350 years ago, but according to some experts, the region is long overdue for a significant seismic event.

The Ministry of Environment and Climate Change produces an hourly Air Quality Index report, with forecasts ranging from good to moderate air quality, similar to moderately sized U.S. cities.

Critical Infrastructure

Public Safety Canada identifies ten sectors of critical infrastructure (i.e. Health, Food, Finance, Water, Information and Communication Technology, Safety, Energy and Utilities, Manufacturing, Government, and Transportation). Canada’s critical infrastructure is massive, geographically dispersed, and owned by many different players, mostly in the private sector. Public Safety works with its partners to manage risks and reduce vulnerabilities across these sectors. Federal, provincial, and territorial governments, together with critical infrastructure owners/operators, share responsibility for critical infrastructure. Individuals also have a responsibility to be prepared for disruption and ready to cope for at least the first 72 hours of an emergency.

Canada and the United States share cross border critical infrastructure that govern the movement of people and goods. With refineries, nuclear facilities, large manufacturing operations, and other infrastructure located in close proximity to the border, as well as energy, critical supply and transportation networks that cross the border, impacts from disruptions can and do cross international jurisdictions. The Canada-United States Action Plan for Critical Infrastructure promotes resilience and an integrated approach to critical infrastructure protection by enhancing coordination of activities and facilitating continuous dialogue among cross-border stakeholders.

6 Economic Concerns

The RCMP, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) and other Canadian law enforcement agencies are responsible for undertaking coordinated action to counter the threats posed by intellectual property crime within Canada. The RCMP is a partner agency at the U.S. National Intellectual Property Rights Coordination Center. In 2019, the York Regional Police charged eight individuals related to a 2018 seizure of thousands of counterfeit goods at the Pacific Mall near Toronto. This investigation received support from CBSA, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and the Police Department.

According to INTERPOL, Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) crime has confirmed links to organized crime and terrorism. In addition to the tremendous losses to government tax revenues and the legitimate Canadian economy, recent seizures of counterfeit goods (e.g. pharmaceuticals, electrical products, auto parts, contaminated shampoo/food products) show that unscrupulous counterfeiters can jeopardize the health and safety of consumers.

Canada remains the only G7 country identified in the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) 2019 Special 301 Report on IPR. Canada’s Priority Watch List standing reflects a failure to resolve longstanding deficiencies in protection and enforcement of intellectual property. The most significant step forward Canada has taken is its agreement to important IPR provisions in the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). After implementation, these commitments will substantially improve the IP environment in Canada, including with respect to areas where there have been long-standing concerns with enforcement against counterfeits, inspection of goods in transit, transparency with respect to new geographical indications (GIs), national treatment, and copyright term.

There is relatively low risk to privacy concerns in Canada. Canada has two federal privacy laws. Oversight of both federal Acts rests with the Privacy Commissioner of Canada, who receives and investigates complaints.

The Privacy Act governs the personal information handling practices on some 250 federal institutions. It limits the collection, use, sharing, and disclosure of individuals’ personal information. It also gives individuals the right to access and request correction of personal information about themselves held by the federal government.

The Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA) applies to the collection, use, or disclosure of personal information (e.g. age, name, ID number, ethnic origin) in the course of commercial activity. Organizations and businesses must obtain an individual’s consent before collection, and individuals have the right to access and challenge the accuracy of their personal information held by an organization. PIPEDA is exempt in provinces that have similar provincial privacy legislation; , British Columbia, and have adopted private-sector legislation deemed substantially similar to the federal law.

7 Personal Identity Concerns

Police-reported hate crimes targeting sexual orientation rose 16% in 2017 (the most recent data available) to 204 incidents. The law prohibits discrimination against LGBTI+ persons in housing, employment, nationality laws, and access to government services, including health care, and the government enforced the law. The law prohibits discrimination based on sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression, and the criminal code provides penalties for crimes motivated by bias, prejudice, or hate based on personal characteristics, including sexual orientation. There are no legal restrictions on same- sex sexual relations or the organization of LGBTI events in Canada. Review the State Department’s webpage on security for LGBTI+ travelers.

The B’nai Brith Canada League for Human Rights received 2,041 reports of anti-Semitic incidents in 2018, a 16% increase from 2017. There were 1,809 incidents of anti-Semitic harassment in 2018, up 28% from 2017. Quebec, for the first time, had the greatest number of anti-Semitic incidents, with more than one- third of all occurrences in the country, despite Ontario having the largest Jewish population of any province. Review OSAC’s report, Freedom to Practice, and the State Department’s webpage on security for faith-based travelers.

The constitution and law prohibit discrimination against persons with physical, sensory, intellectual, and mental disabilities, including their access to education, employment, health services, transportation, the judicial system, and other state services. Federal and provincial governments effectively implement laws and programs mandating access to buildings, information, and communications for persons with disabilities, but regulation varies by jurisdiction. The federal Accessible Canada Act became law in June to “identify, remove, and prevent” accessibility barriers in areas that fall under federal jurisdiction. Review the State Department’s webpage on security for travelers with disabilities.

In 2018, over 2,000 incidents motivated by hate were reported to police, an increase of 47% over the previous year. The increase was largely attributable to an increase in police-reported complaints motivated by hatred of a religion or of a race or ethnicity. Hate crimes targeting the black population represented 16% of incidents.

The overall violent victimization rate (which includes sexual assault, assault, and robbery) for indigenous persons in 2014 was more than double the rate of nonindigenous persons.

Drug-related Crime

Canadian law prohibits trafficking of controlled substances and narcotics, including those that may be legal to possess under the law of certain states. Even though Canada legalized the personal consumption of recreational cannabis in 2018, Canadian law prohibits taking cannabis across Canada’s national borders, whether you are entering or leaving Canada. Smugglers risk substantial fines, a permanent bar from Canada, and imprisonment.

British Columbia police have not seen a significant uptick in cannabis-related crimes, and continue to focus resources on the fentanyl crisis. The pervasiveness of opioid dependence continues to drive property crimes upward.

Not unlike elsewhere in , opioid-related deaths have risen significantly in western Canada. Vancouver is at the center of a multibillion-dollar annual drug trade in western Canada that has included significant illegal fentanyl and fentanyl precursor importations from China.

8 Marijuana cross-border trafficking, trafficking in persons, , extortions and homicides are primary activities of gangs. Gang tensions between international drug distribution networks, including Sikh, Asian, Punjabi, and Mexican organizations, remain high. The Regional Security Office is unaware of any information that might suggest that organized criminal enterprises have affected the U.S. private sector negatively.

Canada is a producer of cannabis for its domestic drug market and for export to U.S.; the use of hydroponics technology permits growers to plant large quantities of high-quality marijuana indoors. Canada has increasing ecstasy production, some of which is destined for the U.S.

Kidnapping Threat

Kidnapping for ransom is rare. However, dozens of international parental child abductions occur each year between the United States and Canada, with courts in both countries applying the Hague Abduction Convention. All provinces have their own central authority, which have strong relationships with the United States. They generally coordinate directly with the Department of State’s Office of Children’s Issues on international child abduction cases, so the Embassy rarely becomes involved.

The National Centre for Missing Persons and Unidentified Remains is an RCMP unit that maintains a national database for finding missing people and identifying human remains that links investigators nationwide when their cases match. The database provides support to police, coroners, and medical examiners and lets them compare their findings.

Review OSAC’s report, Kidnapping: The Basics.

Other Issues

Firearms control is stricter in Canada than in the United States. Violation of firearms restrictions may result in prosecution and imprisonment. Visitors bringing any firearms or ammunition into Canada must declare the firearms in writing using a Non-Resident Firearm Declaration form. Visitors planning to borrow and use a firearm in Canada must obtain a Temporary Firearms Borrowing License in advance. You must present these forms in triplicate and sign them in front of a CBSA officer at the border; it is not possible to make photocopies at the border. Full details and downloadable forms are available at the Canadian Firearms Program website, under the heading "Visitors / Non Residents." Canadian law requires that officials confiscate any firearms, ammunition, and other weapons from persons crossing the border who do not declare having the items in their possession. Authorities will not return confiscated firearms, ammunition, or weapons. Inspect all belongings thoroughly prior to travel to Canada to avoid the accidental import of firearms or ammunition. Read the State Department’s webpage on customs and import restrictions for information on what you cannot take into or out of other countries.

In recent years, there has been an increase in random checks of electronic media of travelers entering Canada. Canadian officials may search your computers, cell phones, and other electronic devices without a warrant at the border and illegal content can result in the seizure of the device as well as detention, arrest, and prosecution of the bearer.

9 Police Response

The emergency line in Canada is 911. Police agencies are extremely professional and proactive in their enforcement efforts. General response times are consistent with most U.S. cities. Both the RCMP and VPD possess well-trained, well-equipped specialized units that can be on-scene within 10-45 minutes.

Working relationships between the U.S. officials and local authorities are excellent. In fact, the U.S has a significant U.S. law enforcement presence in western Canada. Continuing cooperation between agencies on both sides of the border demonstrates that both countries are committed to combating organized crime and gang activity in the region.

Although the Consulate enjoys an excellent working relationship with a number of Canadian law enforcement agencies, most notably the RCMP and the Vancouver Police Department, local police agencies seldom notify the U.S. Consulate when they receive reports of crimes involving U.S. citizens.

The Vancouver Police Department is the central repository for reporting crime within the city.

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) is the national police service and an agency of the Ministry of . RCMP is unique in that it is a national, federal, provincial, and municipal policing body. RCMP provides a federal policing service to all Canadians and policing services under contract to the three territories, eight provinces (all except Ontario and Quebec), more than 190 municipalities, 184 Aboriginal communities, and three international airports.

Medical Emergencies

The emergency line in Canada is 911. A high level of medical care (comparable to that in other industrialized countries) is available throughout the country, although medical care in remote areas may be inadequate or not meet international standards. Adequate medical care for routine minor-care medical situations and stabilization prior to evacuation is available in remote areas. Find contact information for available medical services and available air ambulance services on the Embassy’s Medical Assistance webpage.

Those considering travel outside of populated areas, particularly in the northern Arctic territories, must know that search and rescue capabilities are limited because of extreme isolation and the harsh climate. You must be prepared for significant delays in receiving emergency assistance in these areas and plan accordingly.

Hospitals generally require up-front payment by cash or credit card, up to the total of all anticipated charges, from foreigners prior to services or treatment. Hospitals may waive up-front payment of other than a modest deposit if they have existing cashless agreements with at least some major international insurance providers. All hospitals provide some services free to Canadian citizens. All hospitals must provide emergency stabilization without regard to ability to pay. The U.S. Department of State strongly recommends purchasing international health insurance before traveling internationally. Review the State Department’s webpage on insurance overseas.

The CDC offers additional information on vaccines and health guidance for Canada.

Review OSAC’s reports, The Healthy Way, Traveling with Medication, I’m Drinking What in My Water?, Shaken: The Don’ts of Alcohol Abroad, Health 101: How to Prepare for Travel, and Fire Safety Abroad.

10 OSAC Country Council Information

There is no Country Council in Vancouver. Interested private-sector security managers should contact OSAC’s Western Hemisphere Team with any questions.

U.S. Consulate Contact Information

Physical Address: 1075 W. Pender Street, Vancouver, B.C. V6E 2M6 Mailing Address: 107-1231 Pacific Blvd Vancouver, B.C. V6Z 0E2 Operator: (604) 685-4311 After-hours Emergencies: (604) 681-3022 Website: Consulate Vancouver

Other U.S. Diplomatic Posts In Canada

Embassy , Consulate , Consulate Halifax, Consulate Montreal, Consulate Québec, Consulate Toronto, Consulate

Helpful Information

Before you travel, consider the following resources:

• OSAC Risk Matrix • OSAC Travelers Toolkit • State Department Traveler’s Checklist • Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) • Canada Country Information Sheet

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