Peru: Exercise high degree of caution
Canadians are advised to exercise a high degree of caution due to potential social conflicts and strikes that may occur across the country. Demonstrations may occur and may become violent. Roadblocks may occur on main roads and cause traffic disruptions. Canadians should not attempt to cross blockades, even if they appear unattended. Curfews may also be in effect and airports may be closed in response to unrest.
A 30-day state of emergency was declared on July 4, 2012, in the provinces of Celendin, Hualgayoc and Cajamarca, in the department of Cajarmarca, northern Peru. Violent clashes occurred between protesters and security forces in the city of Celendin, located two hours northeast of Cajamarca, causing deaths and injuries. Canadians are advised to avoid all demonstrations and large gatherings, follow the advice of local authorities and monitor local media.
OFFICIAL WARNING: Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against all travel to the provinces of:
? La Mar and Huanta in the Department of Ayacucho;
? Marañon, Huacaybamba, Leoncio Prado and Humalies in the Department of Huanuco;
? Huallaga and Tocache in the Department of San Martín;
? Padre Abad in the Department of Ucayali;
? Tayacaja in the Department of Huancavelica;
? La Convención in the Department of Cuzco;
? Satipo and Concepción in the Department of Junin;
? the Upper Huallaga and Ene river valleys (Huánuco and San Martín Departments).
You are also advised against all travel to the border area with Ecuador, especially the Cordillera del Cóndor region, as landmines are still a problem.
Go to www.voyage.gc.ca for more information on these advisories, or call 1-800-267-6788 FREE 1-800-267-6788 in Canada and United States.