Embassy of Canada in Rome, Italy; address Via Zara 30, 00198, Roma; phone +390685444. Plus 4 other missions.
Also accredited to: Albania, Malta, San Marino
Head of mission: Mr. Maxime Nicolas David Thérien, Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Italy, 30 Oct 2024)
Head of mission: Mr Ezio Maria Simonelli, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Primo Ivo di Luca, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Canada offers a unique blend of cultural charm and natural beauty, making it an appealing destination for some Italian travelers. Although there has been a recent decline in tourist arrivals, millions of international visitors are still attracted to the country each year. With 12.4 million Italians traveling abroad annually, a portion of them may find Canada to be an intriguing option.
Canada is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Italy. According to the Global Peace Index, Canada ranks 11th out of 160 countries, making it one of the safest countries in the world, compared to Italy, which ranks 33rd. While Canada has a higher murder rate (2.1 per 100,000 people) than Italy (0.5), it is important to note that Canada has a lower incidence of organized crime and related activities. For instance, Canada scores better in state crime (2.0 vs. Italy's 6.5) and arms trafficking (2.5 vs. Italy's 5.5). Overall, tourists from Italy can feel relatively safe in Canada, though they should always exercise standard precautions while traveling.