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Biden-nominated David Cohen would bring business, political links to Ottawa, filling ‘void’ of prolonged U.S. ambassador absence

After nearly two years without an envoy, the lack of a U.S. ambassador in Ottawa 'weighed on the relationship,' says former Canadian diplomat Eric Miller.

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BY NEIL MOSS
August 11, 2021

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U.S. Ambassador Cohen hosts new year’s levée at Lornado

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Some foreign envoys voice ‘frustration’ over access in Ottawa as others downplay concerns

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'Most of my colleagues consider that they are a bit alone in the desert of Ottawa,' says one ambassador posted to Canada.

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'Most of my colleagues consider that they are a bit alone in the desert of Ottawa,' says one ambassador posted to Canada.

U.S. Ambassador Cohen hosts new year’s levée at Lornado

FeatureBY STUART BENSON

U.S. Ambassador David Cohen and his wife, Rhonda, welcomed business leaders, politicians, and journalists for a pair of receptions on Jan. 30 and 31 to ring in the new year at their official residence in Rockcliffe Park.

U.S. Ambassador Cohen hosts new year’s levée at Lornado

FeatureBY STUART BENSON

U.S. Ambassador David Cohen and his wife, Rhonda, welcomed business leaders, politicians, and journalists for a pair of receptions on Jan. 30 and 31 to ring in the new year at their official residence in Rockcliffe Park.