Canadian dies in Japan from coronavirus-related complications

A Canadian has passed away in Japan from complications related to COVID-19.

Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Francois-Philippe Champagne confirmed the death and shared his condolences on Twitter.

“Deeply saddened to learn of the death of a Canadian in Japan from complications related to #COVID19. Our deepest condolences to the family, to whom we are providing consular assistance during this difficult time.”

Deeply saddened to learn of the death of a Canadian in Japan from complications related to #COVID19. Our deepest condolences to the family, to whom we are providing consular assistance during this difficult time.

— François-Philippe Champagne (FPC) 🇨🇦 (@FP_Champagne) March 20, 2020

According to Chief Public Health Officer of Canada, Dr. Theresa Tam, the patient was a passenger on the Princess Cruise ship.

“Our thoughts and sympathies are with the loved ones of the Canadian citizen who has died from complications related to COVID-19. Canadian officials are providing consular services to the family,” Global Affairs Canada told Daily Hive.