Embassy of Canada in Doha, Qatar; address Tornado Tower, 30th Floor, Doha; phone +9744419900. Head of mission: Mrs Isabelle Martin.
Head of mission: Mrs Isabelle Martin, Ambassador (as of 2023)
Canada offers a rich blend of cultural charm and natural beauty, making it an appealing destination for many international travelers. Although there has been a recent decline in tourist arrivals, it still attracts millions of visitors annually. A segment of Qatar's population, which totals around 3 million, may find Canada particularly interesting to explore.
Canada is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those from Qatar. According to the Global Peace Index, Canada ranks 11th out of 160 countries, indicating a high level of safety, and is safer than Qatar, which ranks 29th. In terms of crime statistics, Canada has a murder rate of 2.1 per 100,000 people, compared to Qatar's very low rate of 0.3. While Qatar has lower rates of female murders (0.5) compared to Canada (1.0), Canada performs better in several organized crime indices, with a lower score in state crime (2.0 for Canada vs. 6.0 for Qatar) and human trafficking (3.5 for Canada vs. 8.0 for Qatar). Overall, while both countries have their safety concerns, Canada is regarded as a safer option for tourists.