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20 Aug

Prime Minister Carney Reaffirms Canada’s Support for Ukraine in High-Level Virtual Meeting

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney took part in a virtual session of the Coalition of the Willing today, joining Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other international leaders to discuss security, peace, and humanitarian priorities linked to Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine. The meeting followed yesterday’s high-profile discussions involving U.S. President Donald Trump, European leaders, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, and President Zelenskyy. Leaders highlighted Washington’s willingness to consider security guarantees for Ukraine as a significant step toward ensuring long-term stability across Europe. Speaking at the session, Prime Minister Carney reiterated Canada’s unwavering commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty. He underscored…

19 Aug

PM Carney Congratulates Poilievre on Return to Parliament

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Ottawa: Prime Minister Mark Carney has congratulated Pierre Poilievre on returning to the House of Commons following his decisive victory in the Battle River–Crowfoot by-election.In a post on X, Carney wrote, “Congratulations to Pierre Poilievre on returning to the House of Commons, and gaining the honour of representing the people of Battle River Crowfoot in Parliament. Thank you as well to Darcy Spady and to everyone who took part in this by-election. Working together, Canada’s new government will keep building a stronger future for all Albertans and Canadians.”Poilievre’s landslide win restores him to Parliament after his loss earlier this year…

18 Aug

PM Mark Carney Reaffirms Canada’s Commitment to Ukraine in Virtual Coalition Meeting

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney took part in a virtual session of the Coalition of the Willing on Sunday, joining Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and allied leaders to discuss ongoing support for Ukraine’s defense and long-term security. During the meeting, Carney and other coalition members expressed appreciation for U.S. President Donald Trump’s role in creating momentum for negotiations aimed at ending Russia’s invasion. They also welcomed Washington’s willingness to consider security guarantees as part of a wider framework to secure Ukraine’s sovereignty and stability in Europe. Carney underscored that the upcoming White House meeting between Trump, Zelenskyy, European…

17 Aug

PM Mark Carney Praises US Role in Pushing for Ukraine Peace at Alaska Summit

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Ottawa/Alaska (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed strong support for U.S. leadership in efforts to end Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine, following high-level discussions at the Alaska Summit. Carney said that the firm stance taken by President Donald Trump and Washington has opened a window of opportunity to move toward halting the conflict. He emphasized that credible security assurances for Ukraine must be central to any sustainable peace plan. “President Trump’s leadership and that of the United States is helping create a path to end Russia’s unlawful war in Ukraine,” Carney stated. The Prime Minister further highlighted the…

16 Aug

Canadian PM Mark Carney to Visit Mexico in September for Talks with President Sheinbaum

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to travel to Mexico in September for discussions with President Claudia Sheinbaum, a senior official confirmed Friday. The visit comes at a time when Canada and Mexico are working to navigate U.S. tariffs and prepare for the scheduled review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) in 2026. Goods that qualify under the 2020 trade pact, negotiated during Donald Trump’s first term, are exempt from broad tariffs, but industry-specific duties — including a 50% tariff on steel and aluminum and a 25% tariff on automobiles — continue to affect trade flows.…

15 Aug

Alberta Minister Raises Concerns Over Federal Immigration Policy and Provincial Pressures

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Edmonton, August 15, 2025 – Alberta’s Minister of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration, Joseph Schow, has voiced concerns about the federal government’s handling of immigration, saying provinces are bearing the brunt of population growth without sufficient input in national target-setting.In a statement released Friday, Schow said Canada is on pace to welcome more than one million new temporary and permanent immigrants in 2025, in addition to nearly three million temporary residents already in the country. He argued that federal immigration targets are often determined without fully considering the needs of provinces, which are responsible for services such as health care,…

15 Aug

PM Mark Carney Yet to Open Nepean Constituency Office, Security Requirements Delay Setup

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Ottawa, August 15, 2025 – More than 100 days after the spring election, Prime Minister Mark Carney has yet to establish a constituency office in his Nepean riding, with his office citing ongoing efforts to secure a location that meets safety standards.“The process to confirm an office that meets all security requirements and is conveniently located and accessible for constituents is well underway,” said Emily Williams, director of media relations for the Prime Minister’s Office, in an emailed statement.Until the Nepean office is finalized, residents can seek federal services through Defence Minister David McGuinty’s office in neighbouring Ottawa South. Carney’s…

13 Aug

Canada PM Mark Carney Condemns Islamophobic Attack on Muslim Woman in Ottawa

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OTTAWA (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has strongly denounced a violent assault against a young Muslim woman in Ottawa, calling the incident “reprehensible” and urging swift accountability for the perpetrator. The attack took place on August 11 aboard an OC Transpo bus traveling to Kanata’s Morgan’s Grant area. According to reports, a man boarded the bus, whispered an Islamophobic slur to the hijabi passenger, and then slapped her without provocation. He allegedly went on to threaten that he would smash her face against the window and kill her before exiting at Penfield Drive in Kanata. In a statement,…

12 Aug

PM Mark Carney Holds Crucial Talks with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy on Peace and Security

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): In a significant diplomatic engagement today, Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke with Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, reaffirming their shared commitment to ending Russia’s ongoing war of aggression and securing a just and lasting peace for Ukraine. During the conversation, both leaders emphasized the critical importance of restoring peace and upholding Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. They welcomed the leadership role played by former U.S. President Donald Trump and the United States in advancing peace negotiations, highlighting recent joint statements from European leaders supporting these efforts. Prime Minister Carney and President Zelenskyy agreed that the future of Ukraine…

11 Aug

PM Mark Carney’s Approval Slips Slightly but Remains Strong: Abacus Poll

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney continues to enjoy broad public support, even as new polling shows a slight dip in his approval ratings during the summer months. According to Abacus Data, approval for the Carney-led Liberal government has fallen to 50%, a two-point drop from mid-July and the lowest since March. While the decline is modest, it comes amid heightened economic tensions following U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose 35% tariffs on Canadian goods earlier this month. The tariffs — announced after Ottawa failed to secure a new trade agreement by the August 1 deadline — have…