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Ambassador Wilson

Prior to his appointment as Ambassador to the United States, Michael Wilson was Chairman of UBS Canada, one of the world's leading financial institutions. He was appointed Minister of Finance in 1984, and remained in that role until 1991.

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State Fact:
67,000 Connecticut jobs are supported by Canada-U.S. trade

Budget 2007:
A Stronger, Safer, Better Canada

On March 19, Minister of Finance Jim Flaherty tabled a balanced budget that moves to restore fiscal balance in Canada, cuts taxes for working families, reduces the national debt and invests in key priorities like improving health care and environmental protection.

"Budget 2007 will strengthen the federation by restoring much-needed fiscal balance," said Minister Flaherty. "And Canadians come out ahead through real tax relief that benefits working families."

To learn more about the budget and its priorities for Canadians - including news releases, speeches and budget documents, please visit http://www.budget.gc.ca/2007/index_e.html.

Canada-U.S. Border Update

On January 29, 2007 Connect2Canada sent a message to our community informing them that the United States had invited comments regarding its proposed pass card for use at U.S. land border crossings, beginning as early as January 2008. Details on Canada's investment in over $430 million for border security were also included. View the original message to learn how to view submitted comments, and learn more about how Canada is taking action to keep Canadians safe from potential security threats, while ensuring the smooth flow of trade across our border.

Reminder: Effective January 23, 2007, everyone, including Canadians and Americans, entering or transiting the United States by air requires a passport. For details, please click here.

Get the Facts: 2006 State Trade Fact Sheets Now Online

Did you know that 38 states have Canada as their leading export market, or that Canada-U.S. Trade supports over 7.1 million jobs? Find out about Canada's relationship and importance to your State by checking out the latest State Trade Fact Sheets for 2006. This collection highlights the importance of the trade relationship between Canada and all 50 States and features success stories from local businesses and corporations. The State Trade Fact Sheets are available online and downloadable in PDF format on the Canadian Embassy website.

Connect2Canada Builds Bridge to Student Community

With some 28,000 Canadians studying in the U.S., students represent a sizeable portion of the Canadian expat community in the United States. In order to enhance our outreach to this group and to assist them during their time here, Connect2Canada has launched a web page aimed specifically at Canadian students studying in the United States. The page has a wealth of information on visas, taxes, travel, financial aid, returning to Canada and much more. To access the resource page for Canadians studying in the United States click here. We would also welcome your feedback on the site. Please take a moment to indicate where you are studying and let us know what you think of the site.

Show Your Support for the Canadian Forces

Canada is currently involved in 17 overseas military missions, including Afghanistan, Sudan, and Haiti. Canadians and friends of Canada are seeking ways to show their support for the brave men and women who serve with the Canadian Forces (CF) both at home and abroad. In September, the CF Personnel Support Agency (CFPSA) launched its official “Support Our Troops" campaign, which gives Canadians easy and effective ways to support the entire CF community. There are many ways that you can show your support, from writing to the troops to making a donation. A number of options are listed here.

Exclusive Offer for C2C Hockey Fans in DC

Great news, hockey fans! The Washington Capitals and Connect2Canada have teamed up for a second year to offer C2C members and their family and friends major discounts for tickets to upcoming Caps games vs Canadian teams. To order tickets, you must go to the special Washington Capitals-Connect2Canada site, where you can receive a great discount for all Caps home games against teams from Canada.

Listen to the Latest Connect2Canada Podcast

We received so many great stories from C2C members across America that we decided to produce a Podcast series featuring Canadians who are making their mark in the United States.

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There are four ways to listen to the C2C Podcast: Click here. Have an idea for a Podcast or want to tell us what you think? Drop us a line.

We Have Stories!

C2C is collecting stories from Canadians and friends of Canada in the United States. We have received hundreds of submissions and many of them are published here. Photos are always welcome!

Here's a recent story from Sarah:

I have been here just over two years now, in Salt Lake City of all places. I never thought I would move to the U.S., let alone into the desert, since I am a West Coast, BC girl. Things are going well though. I am adjusting to city life (the last town I lived in for 18 years was 5000 people) and the heat. I still can't let go of my Canadian roots, no doubt. I make Christmas pudding, celebrate Canada Day and watch hockey with a fervour that makes people from Michigan proud. I like the feeling of living in a foreign land as a foreigner but yet, I am not too far from home and my family.

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Connect to Canadian Think Tanks and Researchers with Canada Watch

Connect2Canada is now offering Canada Watch, a weekly newsletter that summarizes current research and developments at Canadian research institutes and government agencies. If you're interested in hearing about the latest research from organizations such as Fraser Institute in Vancouver, to the Atlantic Provinces Economic Council in Halifax, as well all perspectives in between, subscribe now to Canada Watch. For a weekly newsletter summary of Canadian news, U.S. news related to Canada, and information from the Connect2Canada team, subscribe now to Connect2Canada NewsCan.

Connect2Canada network grows to over 28,000

The network is now over 28,000 members and counting. This virtual network of people share a Canadian bond  and are exchanging news and ideas while finding out what is happening in the U.S. related to Canada. If you know of others who would be interested to be involved in this network, please spread the word.

Canada and the War on Terrorism

Did you know ...?
  • Since 2001, Canada has deployed 21,250 Army, Navy, and Air Force personnel in the international campaign against terrorism.
  • Canadian ship-borne helicopters, patrol, and transport aircraft have flown more than 5,000 sorties and at least 22,500 hours of mission flights.
  • Canada has deployed approximately 13,500 soldiers in Afghanistan and has Command of the Multinational Brigade in Kandahar.
  • For more, see CanadianAlly.com.