David Alward

David Alward is a Canadian diplomat and former politician who currently serves as Canada's Consul General to New England, a position he has held since May 2015.25 In this role, he represents Canada's interests in the New England region of the United States and works to promote trade, cultural, and diplomatic relations between Canada and New England.

Political Career

Before his diplomatic appointment, Alward had a notable political career in New Brunswick, Canada:

• He served as the 32nd Premier of New Brunswick from 2010 to 2014.34
• Prior to becoming Premier, he was elected to the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick.2

Diplomatic Role

As Consul General to New England, Alward's responsibilities include:

• Promoting Canada's interests in the region
• Facilitating trade and business relationships between Canadian and New England companies
• Overseeing the Trade Commissioner Service in his office, which provides valuable support to businesses1
• Leveraging Canada's positive brand image in the United States to benefit Canadian interests1

Personal Background

Alward has connections to both Canada and the United States:

• He was born in Beverly, Massachusetts, but later moved to New Brunswick, Canada.6
• He describes himself as a "Recovering political leader and diplomat" and is proud of his roles as a husband, father, and grandfather.7

In his current position, Alward emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships, leveraging Canada's brand, and helping Canadian companies succeed in the New England market.1 He encourages businesses to be prepared, differentiate themselves, and take advantage of the resources available through his office and organizations like the Canadian Entrepreneurs in New England (CENE).1