Canadians aboard tourist bus that crashed in Dominican Republic: embassy
Posted on: Mar 03, 2026 05:40 IST | Posted by: Cbc
The Embassy of Canada to the friar preacher Republic says thither were Canadians mired in a tourer heap accident in the Caribbean nation on Sunday night.
A statement from the embassy posted on social media Monday said staff are providing consular assistance but did not say how many Canadians were on the bus or what their status is.
Local media report two deaths and at least 19 people injured in the crash, which occurred near Cumayasa, around 100 kilomtetres west of the popular resort area of Punta Cana.
The reports also say authorities confirmed both fatalities were foreign nationals, without confirming their citizenship.
1/2 We are aware of a tourist bus accident involving Canadians in the Dominican Republic and are in contact with local authorities. We recognize the stress this situation may cause impacted individuals and loved ones and are providing consular assistance.
The Canadian Press reached out to Global Affairs Canada for comment, but the department said it could not provide any additional information.
The embassy in the Dominican Republic said any Canadians needing assistance should contact the emergency watch and response centre.
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