Tag: departure options

  • Safety Alert Update: “We Urge Canadians in Libya to Consult DFAIT’s Consular Advice”

    Here is a summary of the evacuation news of February 26, 2011: C-17 evacuated 46 people, consisting of 24 Canadians and 22 people of other nationalities evacuation of 238 Canadians evacuation operation is still ongoing DFAIT’s consular advice at travel.gc.ca regarding opportunities to leave the country from various points by sea or by air Government…

  • Update: Evacuation Flight Out of Tripoli on Friday, February 25

    Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada News Release Situation in Libya Civil unrest and violent demonstrations have been taking place in many cities throughout Libya, particularly in the eastern part of the country, including Benghazi, Derna, Baida, and Tobruk. Clashes between protesters and security forces have resulted in deaths and injuries. Canadians should avoid public…