February 26, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
Note: All times local
National Capital Region, Canada
Private meetings
The Prime Minister will speak with the President of Moldova, Maia Sandu.
The Prime Minister will speak with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen.
The Prime Minister will join a call with the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, Chrystia Freeland, and the Prime Minister of Ukraine, Denys Shmyhal.
February 26, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Ukraine’s Day of Resistance:
“Today, we mark Ukraine’s Day of Resistance as the Ukrainian people once again fight to defend their homes and freedom from Russia’s further unwarranted and unprovoked invasion of their country.
“The Day of Resistance now serves as a call to action for the world to remain steadfast in its support for the Ukrainian people and their right to determine their own future. We hear their message loud and clear.
“As Russian forces are attacking Ukraine, killing innocent citizens and disrupting lives, Canada, alongside our allies and international partners, is responding to Russia’s reckless and dangerous acts. Through serious sanctions, additional military contributions to NATO, humanitarian aid, and lethal and non-lethal equipment and ammunition, we are standing with the people of Ukraine.
“Since 2014, Russia has violated Ukraine’s sovereignty, territorial integrity and independence. Despite calls from the international community to cease its violations of international law, Russia continues to illegally occupy Crimea, destabilize Ukraine through disinformation campaigns and malicious hybrid operations, and support the conflict in eastern Ukraine.
“Today, as President Putin attempts to illegally and unjustifiably seize Ukraine’s territory, Canada continues to be inspired by Ukraine and its people, who remain strong, resilient, and determined as they defend their country’s sovereignty.
“In these dark hours, Canada’s message to the people of Ukraine is this: You are not alone. We are standing with you. Our support for Ukraine, for democracy, and for human rights remains unwavering.”
Associated Links
- Canada’s engagement in Ukraine
- Canada’s response to the crisis in Ukraine
- Canadian Sanctions Related to Russia
- Canada announces additional measures to support Ukraine
- Statement by the Prime Minister on Russia’s attack on Ukraine
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with Prime Minister of Latvia Krišjānis Kariņš
February 26, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the Prime Minister of Latvia, Krišjānis Kariņš.
Prime Minister Trudeau and Prime Minister Kariņš strongly condemned the large-scale military aggression by Russia against the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence of Ukraine. Prime Minister Trudeau stated that the strength of the NATO Alliance lies in its unity and emphasized the importance of continued coordination and action between allies and partners. Prime Minister Kariņš welcomed Canada’s announcement to deploy up to an additional 460 military personnel to Latvia and elsewhere in Eastern Europe, in support of NATO. The two leaders praised the groundswell of support from citizens across the region and around the world, who are demonstrating their solidarity with Ukraine in various ways.
The prime ministers stressed that Russia’s actions are blatant violations of international law, and will not be tolerated. Prime Minister Trudeau expressed his support for further financial sanctions, to include a ban from the SWIFT international payment system, and praised transatlantic cooperation in this regard. The two leaders committed to continue coordinating efforts in support of Ukraine.
Associated links
- Statement by NATO Heads of State and Government on Russia’s Attack on Ukraine
- Canada announces additional measures to support Ukraine
- Prime Minister Trudeau speaks with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy
- Canada’s response to the crisis in Ukraine
- Canada-Latvia relations
February 26, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the Prime Minister of Romania, Nicola Ciucă.
Prime Minister Trudeau and Prime Minister Ciucă strongly condemned the large-scale military aggression by Russia against the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence of Ukraine. Prime Minister Trudeau praised Romania’s generous efforts in welcoming over 25,000 Ukrainians over the last two days, mainly women and children, fleeing war in Ukraine. The prime ministers also praised the heroism of Ukrainian resistance to the Russian invasion and agreed that these acts of resistance have inspired NATO allies and citizens of democracies around the world.
Prime Minister Ciucă welcomed Canada’s announcement to deploy up to an additional 460 military personnel to Latvia and elsewhere in Eastern Europe, in support of NATO. Prime Minister Trudeau expressed support for France’s announcement to act as the framework nation for a NATO battle group in Romania. Prime Minister Trudeau and Prime Minister Ciucă also agreed that this will be an important step for the reinforcement of NATO’s eastern flank and for wider European security.
The prime ministers stressed that Russia’s actions are blatant violations of international law, and will not be tolerated. The two leaders committed to continue their efforts in close coordination with allies and partners in support of Ukraine.
