The Government of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines has appointed Dr. Roderick McKree and Ms. Laverne Phillips-Bramble as its new Consul General and Deputy Consul General to Canada, respectively.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade, Foreign Investment and Diaspora Affairs announced that both officials officially assumed their positions on October 6, 2026.

Dr. McKree brings more than three decades of experience in education to his new diplomatic assignment. According to the Ministry, his extensive classroom experience has helped him develop adaptability, flexibility and strong interpersonal skills, which are expected to support his engagement with people from diverse backgrounds and his response to various challenges. He is also proficient in Spanish.

Meanwhile, Ms. Phillips-Bramble brings an academic background in international business and management to the role of Deputy Consul General. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in International Business and Management, providing her with a foundation in business-related matters and international engagement. She is also fluent in Mandarin Chinese.

Their appointments form part of the country’s diplomatic and consular representation in Canada, where they will be responsible for contributing to the advancement of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines’ national interests.

The Ministry expressed confidence that the two officials, through their leadership, will make a meaningful contribution to strengthening the country’s diplomatic and consular interests in Canada.

Their assumption of office marks the beginning of their respective assignments in representing Saint Vincent and the Grenadines in Canada.

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