Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy
March 16, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
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Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, to express solidarity and discuss Canada’s ongoing support to the people of Ukraine.
Prime Minister Trudeau thanked President Zelenskyy for his powerful speech to the Parliament of Canada on Tuesday, and commended his exceptional courage and leadership, which have been inspirational for Canadians and for people around the world. The President thanked the Prime Minister for Canada’s close friendship and strong support for Ukraine, including Canada’s efforts in working with its allies and mobilizing additional international support to hold Russia accountable for its unjustifiable and illegal invasion of Ukraine.
Prime Minister Trudeau updated President Zelenskyy on the delivery of aid to Ukraine from Canada, and the two leaders discussed how Canada will continue to support Ukraine on an ongoing basis.
Prime Minister Trudeau and President Zelenskyy agreed to keep in close touch.
Associated links
- Canada’s engagement in Ukraine
- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy
- Canada’s response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine
- Canadian sanctions related to Russia
- Prime Minister concludes successful visit to Europe and announces additional sanctions
March 17, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the President of Kenya, Uhuru Kenyatta.
The Prime Minister denounced the large-scale military aggression by Russia against the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence of Ukraine. He expressed his steadfast support for Ukraine and its people, and called for an immediate ceasefire and for the respect of international law. He thanked President Kenyatta for Kenya’s leadership at the United Nations and with African leaders in upholding the rules-based international system. Both leaders expressed their profound concerns about the unfolding humanitarian crisis, the human cost of Russia’s actions, and the impacts on food and energy security. They also discussed challenges faced by democracies and the importance of stepping up to defend democratic values. They expressed their firm commitment to multilateralism as a way to tackle these issues and promote peace and security.
Prime Minister Trudeau thanked President Kenyatta for his leadership in hosting the recent United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-5.2) in Nairobi followed by a Special Session to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP@50). Canada was represented by the Minister of Environment and Climate Change, Steven Guilbeault.
Prime Minister Trudeau and President Kenyatta exchanged views on regional crises, including the ongoing conflict in northern Ethiopia. Prime Minister Trudeau expressed deep concern with the difficult humanitarian situation. He and President Kenyatta agreed on the need to continue supporting efforts to reach a peaceful resolution.
The leaders reaffirmed their countries’ strong bilateral relationship, and committed to continue working together to advance shared priorities in the areas of trade, investment, climate action, and economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Associated links
- Canada-Kenya Relations
- Canada’s response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine
- Canada’s engagement in Ukraine
- Canada supports a new legally binding global agreement on plastics as UN meeting kicks off in Kenya
- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with President of Kenya Uhuru Kenyatta
March 17, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the President of France, Emmanuel Macron.
The Prime Minister and President strongly condemned Russia’s ongoing military aggression against the territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence of Ukraine, and praised the courage and leadership of President Zelenskyy and the Ukrainian people. The two leaders deplored the intensification of the conflict and agreed on the need to further coordinate with partners and allies on economic, security, and humanitarian support to Ukraine.
Prime Minister Trudeau and President Macron discussed the impacts of the war in Ukraine on the availability of key resources, as well as on energy prices and food security, and tasked their officials to further strengthen bilateral cooperation in these areas, as part of Canada and France’s net-zero climate objectives. They also agreed that Canada and France should collaborate to address these challenges internationally, including with partners in Africa.
Prime Minister Trudeau and President Macron agreed to meet at the NATO Summit in Brussels, Belgium, on March 24 in order to continue coordinating closely on efforts to put an end to Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine.
Associated links
- Canada-France relations
- Canada’s response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine
- Canada’s engagement to Ukraine
- Canadian sanctions related to Russia
- Net-zero emissions by 2050
March 18, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Holi:
“Today, Hindu communities in Canada and around the world will celebrate Holi, also known as the Festival of Colours.
“Holi marks the end of winter and the arrival of spring. On this occasion, families and friends typically gather to share delicacies, sing and dance, and paint each other with brightly coloured powders and dyes. It is a time to celebrate peace, renew and strengthen relationships, and look forward to the year ahead with hope and joy. The past two years have been difficult, as we protected one another from COVID-19, but this festival serves as a timely reminder of the ultimate triumph of light over darkness and invites us to remain optimistic in our daily lives.
“One of the most celebrated festivals in South Asia and in many parts of the world, Holi is an opportunity for all of us to recognize the many contributions that Canadians of Hindu faith have made and continue to make in shaping the strong, diverse, and inclusive country that we enjoy today.
“On behalf of our family, Sophie and I wish all those celebrating Holi a fun-filled, happy, and colourful festival.
“Holi Hai!”
March 18, 2022
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau spoke with the Taoiseach of Ireland, Micheál Martin, and wished him and the people of Ireland a happy Saint Patrick’s Day.
The Prime Minister and Taoiseach strongly condemned Russia’s ongoing military aggression against Ukraine, and praised the courage and leadership of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and the Ukrainian people. The two leaders discussed the work their governments and people are doing to support Ukrainians fleeing the war and help Ukraine defend itself. They agreed to further coordinate with partners and allies to restore Ukraine’s territorial integrity, sovereignty, and independence.
Prime Minister Trudeau and Taoiseach Martin spoke of the current global challenges related to energy prices and food security, and the leaders agreed to further collaborate to secure reliable value chains as part of net-zero climate objectives. Both leaders underlined the strength and unity of democratic nations in response to Russia’s aggression, and Prime Minister Trudeau stressed to need to further counter disinformation globally. The Prime Minister and Taoiseach agreed to work together to further protect and promote democratic values, human rights, and the rules-based international system.
Prime Minister Trudeau and Taoiseach Martin agreed to continue coordinating closely on efforts with allies and partners to put an end to Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion of Ukraine.
