Ottawa - In a talk organized by the Canadian Network on Cuba (CNC), Cuban Ambassador Rodrigo Malmierca Díaz reported on the current situation in Cuba in the face of threats from the United States government and the intensification of the policy of siege on the Cuban economy.
On Thursday, February 12, the Consul General of Cuba in Toronto, Víctor Manuel García Sánchez, along with Consul Tania Valenzuela Veiga, gave an online lecture to students at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, regarding sexual and reproductive rights under the new Family Code.
Ottawa – The Ambassador of Cuba, Rodrigo Malmierca Díaz, held a friendly meeting with the Honorable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Transport and Leader of the Government in the House of Commons.
During the exchange, the Cuban Ambassador provided an update on the situation in Cuba, which has been exacerbated by the tightening of the U.S. economic blockade, particularly in the energy sector.
Minister MacKinnon reiterated Canada’s historic position of friendship toward the Cuban people.
Quebec – From February 2 to 4, the Consul General of Cuba in Montreal, Susana Malmierca Benítez, carried out a working visit to Quebec City, where she participated in the 38th edition of the Annual Days for Heads of Consular Posts.
Prior to the event, Malmierca Benítez held a meeting with Mathieu Parenteau, Director for Latin America and the Caribbean at the Quebec Ministry of International Relations and La Francophonie. During the dialogue, they reviewed various aspects of the bilateral relationship between Cuba and Quebec, highlighting opportunities for mutual collaboration.
Ottawa - The headquarters of the Cuban Embassy in Canada hosted a reception this January 28 to commemorate the 173rd anniversary of the birth of Cuba's National Hero, José Martí, and the 67th anniversary of the triumph of the Cuban Revolution.
Ottawa – At the City Hall of the Canadian capital, the Cuban flag was raised this January 28th to commemorate the 173rd anniversary of the birth of Cuba's National Hero, José Martí, and the 67th anniversary of the triumph of the Cuban Revolution.
The ceremony was presided over by Jeff Leiper, city councillor and Deputy Mayor of the City of Ottawa, alongside the Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba, Rodrigo Malmierca Díaz.
By Correo Canadiense Editorial Team
In an international context marked by uncertainty, geopolitical tensions, and migratory challenges, the new Consul General of Cuba in Toronto, Víctor Manuel García, assumes his duties with clear objectives.
Strengthening ties with the Cuban community in Canada, deepening relations between his nation and this northern country, and defending an alternative vision to the current world order top the list of these purposes.
By Ed Smith.
When Laura Edell entered “Havana” into Toronto Dominion Bank’s (TD) Expedia-powered travel booking portal, the response was not a warning, a policy notice or legal explanation.
Instead, the screen displayed a single message: “Sorry, it seems we have taken a wrong turn.”
There were no search results. No indication that travel to Cuba was restricted and no way for the family to use the travel reward points to book a trip to the island. It was simply not an option through the bank’s booking system.
The Consulate in Ottawa will be closed on Thursday December 25, and between Monday December 29 to January 2nd (National Holiday and Triumph of the Cuban Revolution).
If you require visa approval from our Consulate, please note that during the holidays, visas will only be approved on Friday, December 26, and Monday, December 29. Interested people can access the following URL: https://evisacuba.cu/es/inicio
The consulate will reopen during its regular hours on Monday, January 5, 2026.
WestJet launched a new flight to Havana, Cuba from Toronto on Thursday (Dec. 18) – a new service that will operate twice per week.
“We are thrilled to continue expanding the range of tourism products and connectivity available to travellers from Canada,” said Gihana Galindo, director of the Cuba Tourism Office in Toronto, in a press release.
