U.S. Embassy Ottawa, Public Diplomacy Section, Annual Program Statement

The U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Canada invites proposals for projects that strengthen ties between Canada and the United States through programming that promotes bilateral cooperation. All programs must include an American element or connection with American expert/s, organization/s, or institution/s in a specific field that will promote increased understanding of U.S. policies and perspectives to a Canadian audience. Examples of U.S. Embassy and Consulates in Canada Grants Programs include, but are not limited to: • U.S. experts speaking tours/public talks, roundtable discussions, and workshops in Canada. • Academic and professional lectures and seminars. • Professional and academic exchanges and programs. • Artistic and cultural workshops, joint performances, and exhibitions. • Development of initiatives aimed at maintaining contacts with alumni of our exchange programs. • Initiatives that develop stronger ties between the United States and Canada.