Canada in Zambia

⚽ Are you game-day ready? Canadians in or the for the : Before you head to the stadium or a fan zone, plan your route and secure your valuables—and stay aware of your surroundings. Be safe and enjoy the !

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The showcases the incredible power of sport to bring people together across communities.

As a proud co-host, Canada is showcasing its commitment to inclusion, collaboration, and global engagement — inspiring connection both on and off the field. 🇨🇦🤝

The tournament is more than football; it is a platform for unity, opportunity, and shared experiences around the world.

Celebrate safely, cheer loudly and protect your belongings—especially around stadiums, fan zones and public transit. Stay alert in crowds to keep your valuables secure. Read our full advice pages:

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🇨🇦🤝🇿🇲 Driving Zambia’s Mining Growth Together

Zambia’s bold goal to boost copper output to 3 million tonnes by 2031 is unlocking opportunities for investment, innovation, and sustainable growth.

At , held recently in the Copperbelt Province, we were proud to see strong Canadian participation:

🔹 First Quantum Minerals
🔹 Barrick Mining Corporation
🔹 Redpath Mining Contractors & Engineers

Canada remains a committed partner in advancing responsible mining and shared prosperity.

We have changed the risk level for to “Avoid all travel” due to the outbreak of and the fragile security situation. More info here: https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/congo-kinshasa

❗ Canadians travelling to or the for the : Remember that if you need emergency assistance, you can contact the nearest Canadian embassy or consulate or the 24/7 Emergency Watch and Response Centre: https://travel.gc.ca/assistance/emergency-assistance?utm_campaign=gac-amc-travel-proactive&utm_source=fb&utm_medium=smo&utm_content=2026-05-27-en

Do you need to apply for a passport for your child? 🧒🍁

Check out the steps below to guide you through the process 👇

For more info: https://www.canada.ca/en/immigration-refugees-citizenship/services/canadian-passports/child-passport.html

Zambia Steps Up for UN Peacekeeping 🇿🇲🇨🇦

The Zambia Police Service, with support from Canada’s Elsie Initiative, trained 78 officers (40% women). The training was co‑funded by the Government of Canada and the Zambia Police Service and delivered by local instructors.

✅ 65% pass rate (up from 20%)
✅ 50 officers ready for deployment (23 women, 27 men)
✅ Women recorded a slightly higher pass rate

Strong partnership. Local ownership. Real impact.

No matter what your travel style is — solo backpacking, road trips with friends, or family vacations — make sure you know how to reach us if you’re travelling. If you need emergency consular assistance while abroad, contact our nearest office or our Emergency Watch and Response Centre. https://travel.gc.ca/assistance/emergency-assistance?utm_campaign=gac-amc-travel-proactive&utm_source=fb&utm_medium=smo&utm_content=2026-05-15-en