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Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, on the margins of the 2026 G7 Leaders’ Summit in Évian, France. Prime Minister Carney strongly condemned Russia’s latest attack on Kyiv, including the strike on the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra monastery, a sacred site in Ukraine and Eastern Christianity. Prime Minister Carney commended President Zelenskyy for his continued efforts to secure a just and lasting peace for the people of Ukraine, including throu…

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the Prime Minister of Italy, Giorgia Meloni, on the margins of the 2026 G7 Leaders’ Summit in Évian, France. The leaders noted ongoing efforts to deepen cooperation across a range of priorities, including critical minerals, energy, defence, and secure supply chains. This includes a recent investment of almost $100 million by Italian energy company Eni to procure Canadian graphite from Nouveau Monde Graphite’s Matawinie Mine in Québec, where const…

“We warmly welcome the announcement of the memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran. We congratulate the United States, the Iranian government and all those involved, including Pakistan, Qatar and all other mediators, on this diplomatic breakthrough. This is a moment of opportunity to restore regional stability and stabilise the global economy. It is now vital that the detailed negotiations are concluded and this agreement is implemented rapidly and comprehensively. We are ready to …

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the President of the European Council, António Costa, and the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, on the margins of the 2026 G7 Leaders’ Summit in Évian, France. The leaders discussed the work underway to expand the Canada-European Union (EU) partnership. In one year, Canada and the EU forged a new strategic partnership across trade, energy, climate and technology; we reached landmark critical mineral agreements with vario…

Cathaoirleach Carey, Mayo County Council, thank you; Taoiseach Micheál Martin, thank you for your leadership, your hospitality; Mary, thank you for being here. Ministers Cleary and Dillon, ambassadors King and Concannon, my good friend and colleague James Maloney; distinguished senators, friends – thank you for this great honour and this great welcome. Taoiseach, I want to thank you again for, amongst other things, last night’s dinner, which was a beautiful celebration of the kinship between C…

Thank you, Provost. That was extraordinary. I’m not sure I have much to add, I’m afraid, but I’m going to. Dear Deputy Prime Minister Simon, Provost Doyle, fellows, students, distinguished guests, my brother. It is a great privilege to join you all here at Trinity College for this inaugural lecture named in honour of a truly remarkable individual. After a lifetime of service, General John de Chastelain’s seminal work helped forge and implement the Good Friday Agreement. Peace is never guaran…

“On National Public Service Week, we recognise the exceptional service, professionalism, and dedication of Canada’s public servants and thank them for the vital role they play in building a stronger Canada. Over the past year, Canada has moved at a speed and scale not seen in generations to build a stronger, more independent, and more resilient economy. Behind every policy, every program, and every project are public servants whose expertise, commitment, and relentless belief in Canada help tur…

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the President of Ireland, Catherine Connolly, during his bilateral visit to Ireland. Prime Minister Carney and President Connolly reflected on the strong kinship between Canada and Ireland, rooted in shared history, common values, and enduring people-to-people ties. They emphasised the growing bilateral cooperation, including theprogress made yesterdayby Prime Minister Carney and Taoiseach Martin. They also discussed Canada and Ireland’s commitme…

The Taoiseach, Micheál Martin T.D., today welcomed the Prime Minister of Canada, the Right Honourable Mark Carney, to Dublin. The leaders reaffirmed the deep and enduring relationship between Canada and Ireland, rooted in shared history, democratic values, close people-to-people and business ties, and a common commitment to international law, human rights, democracy, rule of law, transatlantic relations and multilateral cooperation. The leaders underscored the growing partnership between Canada …

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the Taoiseach of Ireland, Micheál Martin, during his bilateral visit to Ireland. Prime Minister Carney and Taoiseach Martin underscored the deep Canada-Ireland relationship, rooted in shared history, common values, and strong people-to-people ties. Building on the successful bilateral trade relationship – which has grown nearly 150% in the past decade – the leaders announced deeper bilateral cooperation across key sectors, guided by a newjoint s…

“As Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon prepares to conclude her time as Governor General of Canada, we thank her for her service and devotion to our country. Her lifetime of leadership, advocacy, and hard work has made Canada a stronger, more just, and inclusive country. As Canada’s first Indigenous Governor General and Commander-in-Chief, Mary Simon reminded us that reconciliation is not a project with an end date, but a responsibility to be lived day after day in how we listen, ho…

“Today, Muslims across Canada and around the world will celebrate the beginning of Eid al-Adha. This sacred day, also known as the Feast of Sacrifice, marks the end of the Hajj pilgrimage. Eid al-Adha is a celebration of compassion, generosity, and service. These are values that are fundamental to Canada and at the heart of Canadian Muslims’ contributions to building a stronger, more prosperous future for all. I wish a blessed and happy Eid al-Adha to all those celebrating. Eid Mubarak.”

“On this day in 1914, 376 Sikhs, Muslims, and Hindus of South Asian origin arrived in Vancouver’s harbour aboard the steamship Komagata Maru. Their voyage was made in search of a better life for themselves and their families. Instead of offering them refuge, Canadian authorities refused nearly all on board the vessel entry and forced them to remain on the ship for two months, with limited access to food, water, and medical care. When the Komagata Maru was forced to return to India, then under c…

“Statement by the leaders of Canada, Australia, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway and the United Kingdom on the situation in the West Bank. Over the past few months, the situation in the West Bank has deteriorated significantly. Settler violence is at unprecedented levels. The policies and practices of the Israeli government, including a further entrenchment of Israeli control, are undermining stability and prospects for a two-state solution. International law is cle…

“Today, we join Tamil communities in Canada and around the world in commemorating Tamil Genocide Remembrance Day. The Sri Lankan civil war claimed tens of thousands of civilian lives over more than a quarter century. We honour the memory of those who lost their lives and stand with the survivors, families, and communities who endured profound suffering. Canada is home to one of the largest Tamil diasporas in the world, including many who came here seeking refuge from violence and persecution. …

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met virtually with provincial and territorial premiers to advance their shared work to build a stronger and more resilient Canadian economy. Prime Minister Carney updated the premiers on ongoing trade talks with U.S. counterparts. He underscored Canada’s new government’s commitment to protecting Canadian workers and businesses and providing certainty to investors, and reaffirmed the importance of a united Team Canada approach. The Prime Minister undersco…

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the President of Indonesia, Prabowo Subianto. Prime Minister Carney and President Subianto discussed the impacts of the conflict in the Middle East on energy markets and the global economy. The Prime Minister and the President identified opportunities to deepen trade and investment ties between Canada and Indonesia, building on the anticipated ratification of the Canada-Indonesia Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). The CEPA, s…

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the Prime Minister of Grenada, Dickon Mitchell. The leaders recognised the rich cultural ties and shared values between Canada and Grenada, reinforced by the strong Grenadian diaspora across Canada. As Canada and Grenada diversify their trade relationships, the leaders emphasised the significant opportunities to deepen partnerships across sustainability, security, commerce, and energy, including geothermal. Building on this mission, Prime Minist…

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the Prime Minister of Barbados, Mia Mottley. Prime Minister Carney and Prime Minister Mottley emphasised the strong partnership between Canada and Barbados. With 60 years of diplomatic ties, a dynamic trade relationship, and shared values of inclusivity and sustainability, Barbados is a key partner to Canada and a leader in the region. Building on this foundation, the leaders agreed to deepen ties across development, climate, and security, and t…

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the President of Israel, Isaac Herzog. The Prime Minister reiterated that the appalling treatment of civilians, including Canadian citizens, aboard the Gaza-bound flotilla was unacceptable, and he called for an independent investigation. He strongly condemned comments made by Israel’s Minister of Public Security, Itamar Ben‑Gvir, and emphasised that the protection of all civilians and respect for human dignity must be upheld everywhere, at all …

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the Chancellor of Germany, Friedrich Merz, and the Prime Minister of Norway, Jonas Gahr Støre. Building on the progress made during their previous meeting in Bardufoss, Norway, in March, the leaders discussed areas of cooperation and global challenges. As close NATO Allies, the leaders outlined priorities for the upcoming NATO Summit, including strengthening Euro-Atlantic security in the face of ongoing threats. Prime Minister Carney underscor…

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the President of Guyana, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali, in Toronto, Ontario. The leaders emphasised the strong ties between Canada and Guyana, strengthened by over 100,000 Canadians of Guyanese ancestry. Guyana is one of Canada’s largest trading partners among the Caribbean Community (CARICOM). The leaders discussed Canada’s role as a reliable trade and investment partner, and opportunities to increase Canadian investment in Guyana in a range of sector…

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the President of Lebanon, Joseph Aoun. Prime Minister Carney expressed Canada’s friendship and solidarity with the Lebanese people in the face of widespread destruction, displacement, and civilian deaths. He reiterated Canada’s support for Lebanon, including humanitarian aid for the Lebanese people and peace and security assistance, notably through the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). The Prime Minister expressed strong suppor…

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the President of the Republic of Korea, Lee Jae Myung. Building on last month’s successful Team Canada Trade Mission to Seoul, the leaders discussed the significant momentum in the relationship between Canada and the Republic of Korea. Prime Minister Carney underlined Canada’s role as a stable, reliable, and predictable partner, noting opportunities to deepen ties across trade and investment, technology, and natural resources, including LNG an…

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the President of the State of Palestine, Mahmoud Abbas. The Prime Minister expressed Canada’s deep concern over the continued humanitarian crisis in Gaza and reaffirmed its opposition to Israeli settlement expansion and settler violence in the West Bank. He emphasised that unilateral actions undermine prospects for a lasting peace. Prime Minister Carney underscored Canada’s unwavering support for a negotiated two-state solution – an independen…

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the President of France, Emmanuel Macron, during his bilateral visit to France. Prime Minister Carney and President Macron reaffirmed the strength of the Canada-France relationship and their shared commitment to economic growth and security. The leaders discussed deepening bilateral trade and investment in energy, critical minerals, advanced technologies, and other key sectors. To that end, they underlined progress on aerospace cooperation, noti…

Good afternoon. Thank you, Minister MacDonald, for the introduction. It’s great to be back in Etobicoke. For over 70 years, the Ontario Food Terminal has been at the heart of the food chain in Ontario. Nicknamed “the stock exchange,” this terminal connects 5,000 buyers and sellers to farms and retailers across Ontario. It’s the largest food terminal in Canada, and the fourth largest in North America – moving more than 2 billion pounds of fruits and vegetables every year. This terminal – and…

Luis Abor Simon Whit Frasier Labad Vagner Jean Chef to Canada [clears throat] Governor General Minist As Elder Verna McGregor just reminded us, this place holds history as part of the traditional unseated territories of the Algangquin Anesnab. Ag peoples through time immemorial. As the start of the RTO Canal which transformed commerce during the 19th century. as the place where Canadian soldiers embarked for the battlefields of World War I, including Vimei Ridge, where many felt that Canada firs…

Your Excellency the Right Honourable Louise Arbour, the Right Honourable Mary Simon and Whit Fraser, the Right Honourable Richard Wagner, Chief Justice of Canada, former governors general, former prime ministers, Indigenous leaders, and distinguished guests. As Elder Verna McGregor reminded us, this place holds history. As part of the traditional lands of the Algonquin Anishinaabeg peoples, through time immemorial. As the start of the Rideau Canal, which transformed commerce during the 19thce…

Thank you all. Thank you very much. Minister Solomon, colleagues, it is a great pleasure to be here at Toronto General in the University Health Network (UHN). It is humbling and inspiring at the same time to be here and to be with such an esteemed group. Dr. Smith, I should acknowledge as well as Dean Connor, Chair of the Board, Dr. Smith, Kevin, and the entire University Health Network team. Thank you for your service and the care that you provide to so many Canadians every day. To put this …

Thank you, Mayor Fournier. Good afternoon, everyone. It’s great to be in Longueuil, and to be joined by Premier Fréchette, Minister Robertson, Minister Lightbound, and Minister Charette. I would also like to thank the mayors from across Québec who joined us this morning. This is the kind of teamwork we need to build stronger communities and a stronger Québec. This city has grown significantly over time. What was once a smaller suburban community has become one of Québec’s major urban centres. …

Thank you, Leslie and Evan, for that introduction. I would like to thank Cantor David Rosen for welcoming me to Holy Blossom Temple, and Rabbi Splansky for her video greeting, and her stewardship of this synagogue of belonging, learning, and spirituality. For three thousand years, Jewish tradition has taught us that a society should not be judged by its wealth or its power, but by how it treats its most vulnerable. The Hebrew prophets returned repeatedly to this lesson. Isaiah called on rule…

Thank you to the Right Honourable David Johnston and Elder Reepa Evic-Carleton for joining us today. The Crown is the continuous thread through our constitutional life. It is, as His Majesty himself said, “a symbol of Canada today, in all her richness and dynamism”. The Governor General is the Crown’s representative in Canada, Commander-in-Chief of Canada, and steward of our traditions of peace, order, and good government. And, above all, the Governor General is the guardian of our constitut…

Thank you, Bob and Nader. And thank you to the Economic Club of New York for the invitation. Canada is a proudly bilingual country, so I will begin with a few words in French and then proceed in English. The world has changed. As a result, Canada is focusing on what we can control: consolidating our forces at home and diversifying our partnerships abroad. To that end, we are catalysing one trillion dollars in investments in Canada over the next five years – in energy, transportation, data and…

Good morning. Thank you, Minister McGuinty. To Christyn and the team at the Canadian Association of Defence and Security Industries – thank you for your leadership and for your vision to build up Canada’s defence and security industry. This is the first time a Prime Minister has spoken at CANSEC. I am here because defence and security are changing rapidly. With 300 exhibitions and over 100 delegations, this is the largest CANSEC ever. It’s the first held at the newly renamed Cohere Centre – …

Thank you, Tamara, Chief Wayne Sparrow, Chief Justin Sky George, and Wilson Williams. I also want to thank Bridgitte and the Greater Vancouver Board of Trade for bringing us together this morning. This room understands what it takes to build – a business, an industry, an economy. I know everyone here has a lot to do and not a lot of time, so ahead of my conversation with Bridgitte, I’ll spend just a few minutes highlighting some aspects of our government’s economic agenda. Our government was…

Thank you, Minister. Chief Flamand, I deeply appreciate your words and wisdom. And thank you to Mayor Venne and Mr. Desaulniers for your contributions to making this project a reality. People across the globe are feeling the impacts – at their kitchen tables, at the pumps, on factory floors – as costs rise and uncertainty casts its heavy shadow. The good news is that, unlike many countries, we can control our future, if we seize this moment. Canada is focused on our future – on what we can c…

Last week, the head of the International Energy Agency, Fatih Birol, came to Canada and spoke about the most important commodity in the world. Something Canada has in abundance. Something we are building today. Trust to double the reliable and affordable energy available to Albertans – drawing on natural gas, renewables, potentially nuclear and geothermal. The trust of investors that Alberta and Canada are reliable and attractive destinations – where the opportunities are plentiful, the rule…

“Today, we kick off the2026 FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the United States. Over the next five weeks, 48 countries will compete at the largest World Cup in the competition’s history. For the first time, FIFA Men’s World Cup matches will be played in Canada. With matches in Vancouver and Toronto, sports bars, hotels, and living rooms will be packed with fans from across Canada and around the world. This tournament will mark 40 years since Canada first played at the 1986 Worl…

“On behalf of the Government of Canada, I congratulate Her Excellency the Right Honourable Louise Arbour as she formally assumes the role of 31stGovernor General of Canada. The Governor General is the guardian of our constitutional order, a symbol of unity, and above all, a steward of our commitment to peace, order, and good government. Canadians entrust the Governor General to defend our institutions, to uphold our values, and to represent our ambition to build a stronger, fairer country for a…

“In a more dangerous and divided world, the members of our Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) continue to answer the call to defend our sovereignty, protect our communities, and keep Canada strong. Today, we honour the women and men who serve and sacrifice for our country with courage and distinction – including those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Canada’s new government has worked with unprecedented speed and scale torebuild, rearm, and reinvestin the CAF. We gave every CAF member a raise – the la…

“Today, on the National Day Against Gun Violence, we mourn the lives that have been taken by gun violence, and we stand with all those whose lives have been changed irreversibly by its horrific tragedies. The Government of Canada has acted swiftly and decisively to combat gun crime. Within weeks of forming government, we introduced the strongest legislation in Canadian history to secure our border and crack down on gun trafficking. We have removed prohibited assault-style firearms from communit…

“Today marks the start of National Indigenous History Month – a time to deepen our understanding of the rich and diverse histories, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis across Canada. Indigenous Peoples have been stewards of lands and waters in Canada since time immemorial. Thousands of years before any European arrival, Indigenous Peoples mapped this continent, sustained its lands and waters, and built trading networks from coast to coast to coast. Today, they are sha…