Statement by Minister of Foreign Affairs following earthquake in Mexico

Statements

September 19, 2017 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada

The Honourable Chrystia Freeland, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today issued the following statement on the earthquake in Mexico:

“It is with sadness that we learned of the devastating earthquake in Mexico this afternoon. Canada sends its condolences to families and friends in mourning, and hopes for a speedy recovery for the injured. To date, we have no reports of Canadian casualties.

“Canadians share the deep sorrow of the people of Mexico who have been severely tested by natural disasters in the past few weeks. We have faith in their strength and resilience. The Government of Canada is ready to assist Mexico as needed and appropriate.

“Canadians requiring emergency consular assistance should contact Global Affairs Canada’s 24/7 Emergency Watch and Response Centre in Ottawa by collect phone call at +1 613 996 8885 or by email at sos@international.gc.ca.”

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Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Foreign Affairs
Adam.Austen@international.gc.ca

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