US EditionCanadians in Mexican state of Jalisco taking cover following outbreak of violence
Nearly 5,000 Canadians are advised to stay indoors amid violent cartel retaliation after the reported death of the Jalisco New Generation Cartel leader, disrupting travel and local life.
- On Feb. 23, 2026, Global Affairs Canada warned Canadians in Mexico to shelter in place as violence gripped Jalisco State and advised staying indoors and following local instructions.
- Federal forces raided Tapalpa, Jalisco on Sunday, leading to confrontations statewide, and the Associated Press reported the raid killed cartel leader Nemesio Rubén Oseguera Cervantes, while officials warned the area is unsafe for travel.
- Tourists described thick black smoke and closed roads as Canadian Melanie Osmack said, `It was very visible, very black sky and you could smell it`; travellers heard gunshot-like noises and hid while airport staff moved them.
- Nearly 5,000 Canadians in Jalisco face travel disruption as WestJet diverted seven flights and cancelled 24, while Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said the government is ready to help.
- Earlier this month, the Trump administration designated the Jalisco New Generation Cartel as a foreign terrorist organization, and the U.S. State Department offered up to $15 million for information on El Mencho.
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The Government of Canada has urged Canadians to avoid non-essential travel and has asked those who find themselves in it to be "low-profile."
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Canadians taking cover after outbreak of violence in Mexican state of Jalisco
Global Affairs Canada issued a warning to Canadians in the region to stay indoors, keep a low profile and follow the instructions from local authorities
Some Canadians in Mexico have been ordered to shelter in place after an outbreak of violence
As violence erupted across parts of Mexico on Sunday, many Canadians were forced to take shelter to stay safe, while others, like Wendy Buelow, were left stranded as airports shut down and flights were cancelled. Mexican government officials warned residents that Jalisco State, including popular tourist destination Puerto Vallarta, was not safe for travel after the leader of a major drug cartel was reportedly killed in a government operation.Bue…
"The safety and security of Canadians abroad remain our highest priority," says Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand
Canadian Foreign Minister has expressed concern over the safety of Canadian nationals in Mexico following the ongoing conflict in Jalisco State and has thus issued a travel advisory.
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