Embassy of Belarus in Ottawa, Canada; address 130 Albert Street, K1P 1B1, Ottawa; phone +16132339994. Head of mission: Mr Igor Yermakov.
Head of mission: Mr Igor Yermakov, Chargé d'Affaires a.i. (as of 2010)
Belarus offers a unique blend of cultural and natural attractions that could appeal to some Canadian travelers. With 5 million Canadians traveling abroad annually, a portion may find Belarus an intriguing destination worth exploring.
Belarus presents certain safety concerns for tourists from Canada. In terms of safety while walking alone at night, Belarus ranks 38th out of 40 European countries, indicating a relatively lower safety level. The Global Peace Index places Belarus at 110th out of 160 countries, significantly lower than Canada, which ranks 11th. Regarding crime statistics, the murder rate in Belarus is 2.4 per 100,000 people, slightly higher than Canada's rate of 2.1. Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with Belarus at 1.7 compared to Canada's 1.0. The Global Organized Crime Index shows that Belarus faces challenges with state crime (ranked 9th) and human trafficking (ranked 7th), while Canada scores much better in these areas. Overall, while Belarus has its attractions, travelers should remain vigilant and informed about local safety conditions.