Prime Minister Mark Carney (Nepean, Ont.) issued a statement: “On behalf of the Government of Canada, I congratulate Prime Minister Takaichi Sanae on her victory in Japan’s general election. At a time of global uncertainty and instability, Canada and Japan are reliable strategic partners. We have recently strengthened cooperation across a range of priorities – including … Read more
Prime Minister Mark Carney (Nepean, Ont.) issued a statement: “Today, athletes from around the world gather in Italy to celebrate the opening of the 2026 Olympic Winter Games. Good luck, Team Canada. You’ve earned this moment. After long days and late nights – through discipline, sacrifice, and relentless effort – you’re ready to compete at the … Read more
Prime Minister Mark Carney (Nepean, Ont.) issued a statement following his meeting with Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre (Battle River—Crowfoot, Alta.): “Canada’s new government is moving fast — and we need Parliament to move swiftly to deliver for Canadians. We’ve put forward bills to strengthen bail and sentencing laws, build up a stronger economy, cut costs for … Read more
Prime Minister Mark Carney (Nepean, Ont.) announced that he intends to appoint, upon presentation of their credentials: Bill Blair as High Commissioner for Canada in the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland. Nathalie G. Drouin as Ambassador of Canada to France and Monaco. The full release is available online. Contact media@pmo-cpm.gc.ca. Prime Minister Mark Carney (Nepean, Ont.) issued a statement: “I … Read more
Prime Minister Mark Carney (Nepean, Ont.) issued a statement: “Today, we remember and honour the lives of Ibrahima Barry, Mamadou Tanou Barry, Khaled Belkacemi, Abdelkrim Hassane, Azzeddine Soufiane, and Aboubaker Thabti, who were brutally murdered in the Islamophobic attack at the Centre culturel islamique de Québec in Sainte-Foy, which also left 19 people injured. The horror of that … Read more
Prime Minister Mark Carney (Nepean, Ont.) issued a statement: “Today, I join Canadians in mourning the passing of the Honourable Kirsty Duncan. Kirsty’s life was defined by kindness and service. Before public office, she was a teacher and a scientist. She was internationally recognised for leading an Arctic expedition to uncover the origins of the 1918 influenza pandemic. … Read more
Prime Minister Mark Carney (Nepean, Ont.) introduced new measures to make groceries and other essentials more affordable. To bring down your costs, Canada’s new government is: Putting more money back in Canadians’ pockets The government is introducing the new Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit – formerly the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Credit. We are increasing its amount by 25 … Read more
Prime Minister Mark Carney (Nepean, Ont.) met with the Prime Minister of Sweden, Ulf Kristersson, in Davos, Switzerland. They discussed the sovereignty of Greenland and Denmark, Arctic defence and security and the Canada-Sweden Strategic Partnership. The full release is available online. Contact media@pmo-cpm.gc.ca. Prime Minister Mark Carney (Nepean, Ont.) met with the Secretary General of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), Mark Rutte, in Davos, Switzerland. They discussed … Read more
Prime Minister Mark Carney (Nepean, Ont.) spoke with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Sir Keir Starmer. They reaffirmed that decisions about the future of Greenland are for Greenland and Denmark to decide. They also discussed the need to maintain progress to end the war in Ukraine. The full release is available online. Contact media@pmo-cpm.gc.ca. Prime Minister Mark Carney (Nepean, … Read more
Prime Minister Mark Carney (Nepean, Ont.) travelled to Doha, Qatar to meet with the Amir of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, to discuss increasing trade, commerce, investment, and security cooperation. They announced a commitment from Qatar to make significant strategic investments in Canadian nation-building projects. They also agreed to conclude negotiations on a new Canada-Qatar … Read more
