January 20, 2021
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the inauguration of Joe Biden as President of the United States of America:
“On behalf of the Government of Canada, I congratulate Joe Biden on his inauguration as the 46th President of the United States of America.
“Canada and the United States enjoy one of the most unique relationships in the world, built on a shared commitment to democratic values, common interests, and strong economic and security ties. Our two countries are more than neighbours – we are close friends, partners, and allies.
“Canada and the United States have worked side-by-side to tackle some of the greatest challenges we have faced in our history. We will continue this partnership as we fight the global COVID-19 pandemic and support a sustainable economic recovery that will build back better for everyone. We will also work together to advance climate action and clean economic growth, promote inclusion and diversity, and create good middle class jobs and opportunities for our people while contributing to democracy, peace, and security at home and around the world.
“I look forward to working with President Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris, their administration, and the United States Congress as we strive to make our countries safer, more prosperous, and more resilient.”
Déclaration du premier ministre du Canada à l’occasion de l’investiture de Joe Biden à la présidence des États-Unis d’Amérique
Le 20 janvier 2021
Ottawa (Ontario)
Le premier ministre Justin Trudeau a fait aujourd'hui la déclaration suivante à l’occasion de l’investiture de Joe Biden à la présidence des États-Unis d’Amérique :
« Au nom du gouvernement du Canada, je félicite Joe Biden pour son investiture en tant que 46e président des États-Unis d’Amérique.
« Le Canada et les États-Unis entretiennent l’une des relations les plus uniques au monde. Elle se fonde sur notre engagement commun envers des valeurs démocratiques, nos intérêts communs et nos liens solides sur les plans de l’économie et de la sécurité. Nos deux pays sont plus que des voisins puisque nous sommes aussi de proches amis, partenaires et alliés.
« Le Canada et les États-Unis ont travaillé côte à côte pour relever certains des plus grands défis que nous avons rencontrés au fil de notre histoire. Nous maintiendrons ce partenariat alors que nous luttons contre la pandémie mondiale de COVID-19 et favorisons une relance économique durable qui nous permettra de rebâtir en mieux pour tous. Nous travaillerons ensemble afin de favoriser l’action pour le climat et la croissance économique propre. De plus, nous collaborerons en vue de promouvoir l’inclusion et la diversité ainsi que de créer de bons emplois pour la classe moyenne et des opportunités pour nos populations. Nous contribuerons aussi au maintien de la démocratie, de la paix et de la sécurité dans nos deux pays et à travers le monde.
« Je suis impatient de travailler avec le président Biden, la vice-présidente Kamala Harris, leur administration et le Congrès des États-Unis afin de chercher à rendre nos pays plus sécuritaires, plus prospères et plus résilients. »
Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on the United States’ decision on the Keystone XL project
January 20, 2021
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the United States’ decision on the Keystone XL project:
“Earlier today, Joe Biden was sworn in as the 46th President of the United States of America. While we welcome the President's commitment to fight climate change, we are disappointed but acknowledge the President’s decision to fulfil his election campaign promise on Keystone XL.
“I spoke directly with President Biden about the project last November, and Ambassador Hillman and others in our government made the case to high-level officials in the incoming administration.
“Workers in Alberta, Saskatchewan, and across Canada will always have our support. Canada is the single-largest supplier of energy to the United States, contributing to U.S. energy security and economic competitiveness, and supporting thousands of jobs on both sides of the border.
“Despite President Biden's decision on the project, we would like to welcome other executive orders made today, including the decisions to rejoin the Paris Agreement and the World Health Organization, to place a temporary moratorium on all oil and natural gas leasing activities in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, and to reverse the travel ban on several Muslim-majority countries.
“I look forward to working with President Biden to reduce pollution, combat climate change, fight COVID-19, create middle class jobs, and build back better by supporting a sustainable economic recovery for everyone.”