Dated 16 November, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada, recommends to Canadians to avoid non-essential travel to Haiti, in the neighborhoods of Martissant, Carrefour, Bel Air and Cité Soleil, stating that "the security situation is particularly unstable and dangerous. These areas continue to be dangerous due to criminal activity and the local authorities' lack of capacity to ensure order. Personal safety and a police presence are not guaranteed. The police are unable to respond in a timely manner to calls for assistance in these areas, and it is strongly advised to avoid going out after nightfall.

It is imperative that Canadians travelling to these areas have suitable accompaniment. You must ensure that you are expected by family members, friends, colleagues, local business representatives or organizations able to meet you as soon as you arrive at the airport or border, and to guide you in your travels.

The use of public transport of any kind is not recommended. As the security situation can change at any moment, check with the organizations, institutes or hosts that are taking care of you to receive the latest updates on the region to which you are travelling."

HL/ HaitiLibre