News and events

06. Jan 2020

Dual citizenship

From 1 January 2020, it will be allowed to have one or more citizenships in addition to a Norwegian citizenship. The rules will change both for those who already are Norwegian citizens, and for those who are applying for Norwegian citizenship.

17. Dec 2019

Embassy opening hours Christmas 2019

The Norwegian Embassy in Ottawa will have reduced opening hours during the holidays. Find a complete overview here.

06. Dec 2019

New procedure to apply for a visitor’s visa or a residence permit to Norway

As of the 1st of January 2020, the Danish Embassy in Ottawa will no longer receive applications for visitor’s visa or residence permit on behalf of Norway. Instead, applications must be submitted at a …

28. Nov 2019

Honorary Consul Robert Jette appointed Knight First Class of the Royal Norwegian Order of Merit

Norway’s Honorary Consul to New Brunswick, Mr. Robert Jette, has been appointed Knight First Class of the Royal Norwegian by His Majesty King Harald V of Norway, for his outstanding service in the interest …

11. Nov 2019

Remembrance Day 2019

Remembrance Day is an annual occasion to remember and show gratitude to the many brave men and women that serve their country in war and conflict.

22. Oct 2019

Embassy closed October 25th

The Embassy will close at 2:30 pm on Thursday October 24th and remain closed on Friday October 25th due to an internal event. The Embassy will reopen on Monday October 28th at 9:00 am.

22. Oct 2019

Permanent closure of Honorary Consulate in Victoria

The Norwegian Honorary Consulate in Victoria will close permanently on November 22nd 2019.

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Values and priorities

The High North

Large parts of Norway lie north of the Arctic Circle. Sound management of the abundant Arctic resources is high on Norway’s agenda. This requires global cooperation based on scientific knowledge and international law.

Arts and culture

Norway has a vibrant arts and culture sector. Today, as in the past, many Norwegian artists and other cultural professionals find inspiration beyond Norway’s national borders.

Energy and marine resources

Climate change and the environment

Peace, stability and security

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