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03 May

Danielle Smith, Mark Carney Hold First Post-Election Meeting, Focus on Energy and Trade

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Ottawa, May 3, 2025 — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith and Prime Minister Mark Carney met for the first time on Friday following Carney’s federal election win earlier this week. Smith described the meeting as “positive” and said it centered on boosting Alberta’s economic prospects.She stated that Carney committed to fast-tracking "nation building projects" aimed at expanding market access for Alberta's oil, gas, agricultural goods, and other exports. The two leaders also discussed the ongoing trade war with the United States, which has placed strain on key Alberta industries.Smith acknowledged the challenges ahead, referencing “a decade of anti-resource legislation” from Ottawa.…

02 May

Carney to Outline Government Priorities After Election Win, Focus on Trade Talks with Trump

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to unveil the priorities of his newly elected Liberal government today, just four days after leading the party to a fourth mandate in the federal elections.Carney will address the media at 11 a.m. EDT and take questions, in what will be his first public remarks since his election night speech at an Ottawa hockey arena. In that speech, he promised to “chart a new course” for Canada one that reduces its heavy reliance on the United States.One of Carney’s first orders of business is addressing growing trade tensions with the U.S.…

30 Apr

Bruce Fanjoy Stuns Pierre Poilievre in Carleton, Says Liberal Momentum Helped Power Upset

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Ottawa, April 30, 2025 — In one of the most stunning upsets of Canada’s federal election, Liberal newcomer Bruce Fanjoy unseated long-time Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre in the Carleton riding, ending his two-decade run in the Ottawa-area seat. Fanjoy attributed the win to relentless ground-level campaigning and the renewed momentum under Prime Minister Mark Carney.“With Mark Carney’s leadership, suddenly I had the wind at my back,” Fanjoy said in an interview with CTV’s Power Play. “Pierre, God bless him, he took the riding for granted. And people don’t like to be taken for granted.”Fanjoy defeated Poilievre by approximately 4,300 votes,…

29 Apr

Carney’s Election Victory Sets Stage for Canada-India Reset, Khalistan Tensions Expected to Ease

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma) — Mark Carney’s rise as Canada’s new Prime Minister not only marks a political shift in Ottawa but is also poised to reset the strained diplomatic ties with India, which had deteriorated under former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. The Liberal Party’s win in a high-stakes election dominated by U.S. tariffs, affordability issues, and sovereignty concerns now opens the door for a potential thaw in India-Canada relations.Carney, who replaced Trudeau earlier this year, has stressed the importance of rebuilding ties with India. Describing the relationship as "incredibly important" economically and strategically, Carney has refrained from reigniting past controversies,…

29 Apr

Canada Elections 2025: Mark Carney Leads Liberals to Victory, Jagmeet Singh Resigns

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Mark Carney’s Liberal Party is set to form a minority government after a high-stakes federal election shaped largely by escalating tensions with the United States. Roughly 28 million Canadians cast their ballots Monday, facing one of the most consequential votes in recent history. Carney, a former central banker turned political leader, steered the Liberals to victory with a campaign promising economic stability amid President Donald Trump's ongoing tariff war. The Liberals’ surprising comeback derailed Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre’s hopes of seizing power. In a parallel political development, New Democratic Party (NDP) leader Jagmeet Singh has stepped down.…

29 Apr

Mark Carney Leads Liberals to Minority Victory Amid Rising Canadian Nationalism and Trump Tensions

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma) : Mark Carney has led the Liberal Party to a narrow but decisive minority government win in Canada’s federal election, defeating Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives in a campaign dominated by issues like affordability, tariffs, and threats from U.S. President Donald Trump.CTV News declared the Liberals victorious late Monday night after projections showed they had won or were leading in 156 of the 343 ridings. Conservatives secured 144 seats, falling short once again of forming government. A party requires 172 seats for a majority.This marks the fourth straight federal defeat for the Conservatives and cements a decade-long rule for…

29 Apr

Mark Carney’s Liberals Edge Ahead as Canadians Vote Amid Trump’s Provocations

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadians cast their votes on Monday to choose their next Prime Minister in a highly charged election overshadowed by US President Donald Trump's renewed trade war rhetoric and annexation threats. As polls closed nationwide, early projections indicated the Liberal Party, led by Prime Minister Mark Carney, gaining a slight edge over Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives.According to the CBC’s latest projections, the Liberals have secured 23 seats and are leading in 85 others. In comparison, the Conservatives have won 11 seats and are ahead in 81 others. Meanwhile, the Bloc Québécois is leading on 16 seats and the New…

28 Apr

Canada PM Mark Carney Hints at Strengthening Ties with India if Re-elected

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has indicated that a reset in relations with India could be on the horizon if his government is re-elected on Monday. Speaking at a campaign event over the weekend, Carney described the Canada-India relationship as “incredibly important” across personal, economic, and strategic spheres. Responding to a question from Y Media, Carney emphasized the depth of the connection between the two countries. While he refrained from directly mentioning the fallout over the killing of pro-Khalistan activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, he noted that strained ties could be mended through “mutual respect and building forward.”…

28 Apr

Liberals Hold Narrow Lead as Canada Heads Into Final Day of Campaigning

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada Election 2025, Mark Carney, Pierre Poilievre

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma)– With just hours left before Canadians cast their votes in the crucial federal election, the Liberal Party under Prime Minister Mark Carney holds a narrow lead over the Conservative Party led by Pierre Poilievre, according to final opinion polls.A Nanos survey released Saturday showed the Liberals at 43% and the Conservatives at 38.9%, indicating a tightening race that could come down to key battlegrounds across British Columbia and Ontario. The New Democratic Party (NDP) led by Jagmeet Singh trails with 12.6% support, while the Bloc Québécois and the Green Party are expected to maintain smaller shares.The campaign's…

27 Apr

Canada Election 2025: Jean Chrétien Predicts Liberal Majority as Party Leaders Make Final Push

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada Election 2025, Jean Chrétien, Liberal Majority, Mark Carney

Ottawa, (Rajeev Sharma)– As Canadians prepare to head to the polls on Monday, federal party leaders are making their final campaign pushes across the country. Former Prime Minister Jean Chrétien has added a jolt to the race by predicting a Liberal majority win, energizing Mark Carney’s campaign in the critical final stretch.The Liberal Party, under Mark Carney's leadership, is focusing heavily on key urban ridings in Ontario and Quebec, emphasizing economic stability, climate action, and healthcare improvements. Carney has presented the Liberals as the party best positioned to ensure Canada’s long-term prosperity.Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, meanwhile, is zeroing in on…