Statement by Prime Minister Carney following the Alaska Summit
August 16, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
“The leadership of President Trump and the United States is creating the opportunity to end Russia's illegal war in Ukraine.
Robust and credible security guarantees are essential to any just and lasting peace. I welcome the openness of the United States to providing security guarantees as part of Coalition of the Willing’s efforts. Canada is co-ordinating closely with President Zelenskyy and our partners in the Coalition of the Willing to intensify our steadfast support for Ukraine and our shared commitment to its peace and security.”
August 15, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
“Today, we celebrate National Acadian Day and honour the courage and resilience of the Acadian people, who have defended their language, culture, and identity for centuries.
From Caraquet to Chéticamp, from Bonaventure to Tignish, Acadians have helped shape our country’s collective identity. Canada’s new government is committed to preserving this heritage – by investing in celebrations of Acadian culture, by supporting Francophone students in minority settings, and by helping Francophone entrepreneurs grow their businesses in Acadian and other minority Francophone communities across the country and beyond.
These actions reflect our ambition to build a Canada that is inclusive and proud of the rich traditions of one of the oldest francophone communities in North America.”
August 12, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
Yesterday, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Sir Keir Starmer.
The prime ministers agreed on the categorical imperatives of ending Russia’s war of aggression and establishing a just and lasting peace and security for Ukraine.
The two leaders welcomed the leadership of President Trump and the United States in working toward securing peace in Ukraine in the context of upcoming negotiations.
As members of the Coalition of the Willing, the prime ministers reaffirmed Canada and the United Kingdom’s commitment to coordinating closely with the U.S., and with President Zelenskyy and the people of Ukraine, in pursuit of peace and security in Ukraine and Europe.
Prime Minister Carney and Prime Minister Starmer agreed to remain in close contact.
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August 11, 2025
Ottawa, Ontario
Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, spoke with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
Prime Minister Carney and President Zelenskyy agreed on the categorical imperatives of ending Russia’s barbaric war of aggression and establishing a just and lasting peace and security for Ukraine.
The Prime Minister and the President welcomed the leadership of President Trump and the United States in working toward securing peace in Ukraine in the context of upcoming negotiations. The Prime Minister endorsed the recent statement issued by European leaders on the same. The two leaders underscored that decisions on the future of Ukraine must be made by Ukrainians, that international borders cannot be changed by force, that diplomatic engagement must be reinforced by continued pressure on Russia to end its aggression, and the need for robust and credible security to enable Ukraine to defend its territorial integrity and sovereignty.
Prime Minister Carney affirmed Canada’s steadfast support for Ukraine. The Prime Minister underscored Canada’s robust military and financial aid to Ukraine, including $2 billion in new military support and the disbursement of a $2.3 billion loan in funding to help rebuild Ukraine’s infrastructure and public systems. Last week, Canada, the European Union, and the United Kingdom announced they intend to lower the price cap for Russian crude oil – weakening Russia’s ability to fund its illegal war.
As Co-Chairs of the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children, Canada and Ukraine renew their call for Russia to immediately and unconditionally return Ukrainian children who have been unlawfully deported or forcibly transferred from Ukraine.
Prime Minister Carney confirmed that Canada will continue to co-operate closely with the Coalition of the Willing, President Trump and the United States of America, and with President Zelenskyy and the people of Ukraine, for peace and security in Ukraine and Europe.
