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This Remembrance Day, some of our colleagues at the British High Commission in Ottawa share what wearing a poppy means to them.
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At the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month, we remember.
Please note our High Commission and Consulates will be closed on Wednesday, 11 November in commemoration of Remembrance Day.
For urgent consular assistance, please contact +1 613 237 1530.
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At 11am, we will pause.
To remember.
To honour.
To never forget.
We will remember them.
#RemembranceSunday
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Today, on #RemembranceSunday, we remember all those who served and died for our country.
From past generations to those who wear the uniform today, we honour their courage, dedication and service.
We will remember them.
#LestWeForget
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Happy Diwali to everyone celebrating in the UK and around the world.
ALT Diwali greeting graphic featuring a circular arrangement of glowing traditional oil lamps in warm orange and red tones. White text in the centre reads ‘Happy Diwali’, with the UK Government logo at the bottom.
Have you heard? @airtransat 's new Toronto ➡️ Birmingham route launches this June. ✈️
Good news for @YounisFouzia, and for 🇬🇧 and 🇨🇦 travellers!
The announcement that I really wanted to make since I came to Toronto 🔊
As a proud Brummie, so chuffed that we're now getting a new direct air route between Toronto & Birmingham 👏🏽
Coz more air links ➡️ more people & business links ➡️ more growth & jobs 🤝
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I am deeply honoured to be elected to the International Court of Justice.
I am grateful for the support and faith states have put in me to serve the @CIJ_ICJ. I look forward to serving the Court with independence and integrity alongside colleagues elected today.
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It is abhorrent that 6 out of 7 killings of journalists go unpunished, as new UNESCO figures show.
On the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, the UK backs @MediaFreedomC’s urgent call for those responsible to be held to account.
On the International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists, the MFC call for journalists and media workers to be protected so they can fulfil their essential roles.
Read the full statement: mediafreedomcoalition.org/jo…
#IDEI2026
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It’s more vital than ever that we work together on issues which affect us all.
This is the approach Britain will bring to our own G20 Presidency next year.
We want a G20 focused on practical cooperation and shared interests, putting economic prosperity at the heart of our Presidency for the benefit of Brits and the world.
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Great news! ✈️Our CEO @patriciayatesVB "The new @airtransat route #Toronto-@bhx_official is fantastic news for holidaymakers & business visitors alike. Growing airline connectivity into regional gateways crucial to our competitive tourism offer & to our welcome" 🇬🇧🇨🇦 @UKinCanada
Big news for Midlands travellers! ✈️✨
We're delighted to announce that Air Transat will launch direct flights from Birmingham to Toronto from 23 June 2027.
Whether you're planning a city break, visiting friends and family, or heading off on a Canadian adventure, getting to Canada's largest city is about to become a whole lot easier, with twice-weekly non-stop flights from Birmingham.
Tickets are on sale now!
Read more here 👉 orlo.uk/62Cr7
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What does the Budget mean for the UK's place in the world?
FCDO Chief Economist, Dennis Novy explains ↓
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The UK’s 2026 Budget is backing entrepreneurs, investing in AI, and fully funding our Defence Investment Plan. All ensuring Britain remains the best place to do business.
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A Canadian film industry leader with UK roots. Thanks to @TIFF CEO Cameron Bailey for today’s fireside chat on storytelling, representation and cultural identity. Particularly timely following the renewal of our UK–Canada co-production treaty. 🇬🇧🇨🇦
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We’re putting a paws on biodiversity loss 😸
Scotland’s Wildcat Strategy aims to remove the biggest threats to the critically endangered species – helping wildcats thrive and expand in their natural habitat. 🐈
Read More
nature.scot/wildcats-thrivin…
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Today we announced another £10 billion of economic support for Ukraine. As we approach five years since the full scale Russian invasion, we continue to stand together.
Ukraine’s security is our security 🇬🇧🇺🇦
Backing Ukraine means helping it withstand Russian attacks, keeping essential services running and strengthening the security we all depend on.
The Chancellor has announced £10bn of economic support for Ukraine over three years.
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The UK is delivering economic stability in an uncertain world, while making Britain the place to start a business, scale and stay for the long term.
How? Take a look through the 2026 Budget to find out.👇
The 2026 Budget is here.
Supporting families.
Backing businesses.
Investing in Britain's future.
Strengthening our security.
Read the Budget in full.
gov.uk/government/publicatio…
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Today we’re announcing a new £10bn package of support for Ukraine.
This funding will help Ukraine meet its immediate needs, support economic resilience, and help defend its sovereignty from Russia’s illegal invasion.
We will stand with Ukraine for as long as it takes.
Ukraine’s security is our security 🇬🇧🇺🇦
Backing Ukraine means helping it withstand Russian attacks, keeping essential services running and strengthening the security we all depend on.
The Chancellor has announced £10bn of economic support for Ukraine over three years.
ALT A yellow and blue graphic to reflect the Ukrainian flag. Text reads ‘We’re standing with Ukraine and protecting our shared security.’ Underneath the Budget 2026 logo is present.