The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade, Foreign Investment and Diaspora Affairs has announced the official assumption of duties for the nation’s new consular leadership in Canada.
Dr. Roderick McKree has taken office as Consul General to Canada, while Ms. Laverne Phillips-Bramble has assumed the post of Deputy Consul General. Both envoys officially assumed their respective responsibilities on Monday, October 06, 2026, following an official announcement issued by the ministry on October 08, 2026.
Consul General McKree is an experienced educator with more than 30 years of teaching experience. His background in education has fostered adaptability, flexibility, and strong interpersonal skills, enabling him to engage across diverse environments and address challenges constructively. He is also proficient in both English and Spanish.
Deputy Consul General Phillips-Bramble holds a Bachelor of Science degree in International Business and Management, bringing an academic and professional foundation to her diplomatic post. She is fluent in both English and Mandarin Chinese.
According to the ministry, the leadership of McKree and Phillips-Bramble is set to make a meaningful contribution to the advancement of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines’ diplomatic and consular interests in Canada.
