Embassy of France in Ottawa, Canada; address 42 Sussex Promenade, K1M 1M4, Ottawa; phone +16137891795. Head of mission: Hélène Claire Juliette Defromont Ép…
Head of mission: Hélène Claire Juliette Defromont Ép Farnaud, Ambassador (as of 2026)
Head of mission: Mr Johan Schitterer, Consul General (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mrs. Marie Monique Cheminet Ep. Lapierre, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Canada, 1 Apr 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. François Simon R. M. Alabrune, Consul General (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mrs. Fouzia Suleman, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Canada, 1 Apr 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Thomas Christopher Nolan Codrington, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Canada, 1 Apr 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Emmanuel François Robert Giry, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Canada, 1 Apr 2024)
Head of mission: Mr John Moffat Fugui, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Dr. François Brochet, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr Jordan Willi, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr. Robert-Yves Mazerolle, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Canada, 1 Apr 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Geoffroy de la Barre de Nanteuil, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Canada, 1 Apr 2024)
Head of mission: Mrs. Maelys Helena Ferdinand, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Canada, 1 Apr 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Thierry Chopin, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Henri Chabanole, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr. Albaro Holgado, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Canada, 1 Apr 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Federico Thierry Emmanuel Dudet Bellanger, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Canada, 1 Apr 2024)
Head of mission: Mr Geoffroy De La Barre De Nanteuil, Honorary Consul (as of 2023)
Head of mission: Mr. Erik Hougen, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Head of mission: Mr. Raymond Poirier, Honorary Consul (as of 2024)
France is a premier global tourism destination, attracting millions of visitors annually. While it may appeal to a segment of the 5 million Canadians who travel abroad each year, its overall attractiveness to Canadian tourists is notable but not universal.
France is generally safe for tourists coming from Canada, but there are some considerations to keep in mind. According to safety rankings, France is 40th among 40 European countries for safety while walking alone at night. In the Global Peace Index, France ranks 84th out of 160 countries, while Canada ranks significantly higher at 11th. In terms of crime statistics, Canada has a higher murder rate (2.1 per 100,000 people) compared to France (1.1). However, various organized crime indices indicate that Canada generally fares better than France across several categories, including mafia presence, crime networks, and human trafficking. While France is a popular tourist destination and many visitors have safe experiences, it is advisable for travelers to remain vigilant and informed about their surroundings, especially in urban areas.