Embassy of Greece in Ottawa, Canada; address 80 MacLaren Street, K2P 0K5, Ottawa; phone +16132386271. Head of mission: Mr. Markos Tripolitakis. Plus 7 other…
Head of mission: Mr. Markos Tripolitakis, First Counsellor & Chargé d'affaires, a.i. (as of 2026)
Head of mission: Mrs. Katerina Varvarigou, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Greece, 30 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Ioannis Hatzantonakis, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Greece, 30 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Dimitrios Skoutas, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Canada, 1 Apr 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Peter Manousos, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Canada, 1 Apr 2024)
Head of mission: Ms. Olenka Bilash, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Canada, 1 Apr 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Dionysios Protopapas, Consul & Senior Trade Commissioner (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Canada, 1 Apr 2024)
Head of mission: Ms. Styliani Kyriakou, Consular Agent (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Canada, 1 Apr 2024)
Greece stands out as a significant destination for Canadian travelers, thanks to its unique combination of ancient history, vibrant culture, and stunning natural beauty. With 5 million Canadians traveling abroad annually, a portion is likely to be drawn to Greece's sun-soaked islands and diverse landscapes.
Greece is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Canada. According to the Global Peace Index, Greece ranks 40th out of 160 countries, indicating a relatively safe environment, although it is less safe than Canada, which ranks 11th. In terms of crime statistics, Greece has a lower murder rate at 0.9 per 100,000 people compared to Canada’s 2.1. While Greece faces challenges with organized crime, it has a lower index for mafia groups (3.0) compared to Canada (5.0). However, crime networks and state crime indices are higher in Greece (6.5 and 7.5, respectively) than in Canada (4.0 and 2.0). Overall, while there are some safety concerns, Greece remains a popular destination for tourists, and with usual precautions, visitors from Canada can enjoy their stay safely.