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Prime Minister Carney announces ambitious new plan to defend, build, and transform the North

March 12, 2026
Yellowknife, Northwest Territories

Canada’s North is going through a period of profound change. The world is becoming more dangerous and divided. The assumptions that shaped decades of Canadian defence and security are being upended. Climate change is causing our Arctic region to warm nearly three times faster than the global average, a shift that great powers are actively looking to exploit.

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.. to strengthen collective defence and security

March 9, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario

In a more dangerous and divided world, regions once considered isolated from global tensions are becoming areas of growing competition. The Arctic is at the centre of this shift. To protect Canadian sovereignty and the collective security of our Allies, Canada’s new government is strengthening our presence in the North, deepening our security and economic partnerships, and building our domestic defence capabilities.

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 Statement by Prime Minister Carney on International Women’s Day

March 8, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario

“Our democracy is stronger when it reflects the people it serves. Since Agnes Macphail became the first woman elected to the House of Commons more than 100 years ago, women have won voting rights, property rights, reproductive rights, and parental leave. This progress was achieved because, again and again, women have refused to accept a system that did not see them, hear them, or reflect them.

Joint statement on Canada-Japan Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

 

Joint statement on Canada-Japan Comprehensive Strategic Partnership

March 6, 2026
Tokyo, Japan

We, the Prime Ministers of Canada and Japan, meet today to deepen the close and enduring partnership between our two countries. We recognise that bilateral relations between Canada and Japan are underpinned by shared values and principles such as respect for democracy and the rule of law, strong political and economic ties, and rich people-to-people and cultural links. We emphasise the importance of further strengthening these ties, focusing notably on our shared commitment to the fundamental values of multilateralism centred on the United Nations (UN), a free and open Indo-Pacific based on the rule of law, support for rules-based trade, and the expansion of our trade and investment partnership, including through the Japan-Canada Chambers Council, a Team Canada Trade Mission to Japan, as well as a

Prime Minister Carney elevates partnership with Australia in critical minerals, defence, and artificial intelligence

 

Prime Minister Carney elevates partnership with Australia in critical minerals, defence, and artificial intelligence

March 5, 2026
Canberra, Australia

In a rapidly changing world, Canada is focused on what we can control. We are building our economic strength at home and diversifying our partnerships abroad. Australia is a natural partner in this mission. We are long-standing, reliable partners with a common parliamentary system and a shared respect for democracy. We are federations backed by strong resource and agricultural economies, with ambitions to diversify and build. By working more closely together, we can create stability, security, and prosperity for our peoples.

Statement by Prime Minister Carney on the evolving situation in the Middle East

 

Statement by Prime Minister Carney on the evolving situation in the Middle East

March 3, 2026
Sydney, Australia

“Canada has long seen Iran as the principal source of instability and terror in the Middle East. The regime and its proxies have murdered hundreds of Canadian civilians and caused untold suffering for millions of people in the Middle East and beyond.

Joint statement by Prime Minister Carney and Prime Minister Modi

 

Joint statement by Prime Minister Carney and Prime Minister Modi

March 2, 2026
New Delhi, India

1. At the invitation of His Excellency Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India, the Right Honourable Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada, paid an official visit to India from February 27 – March 2, 2026. This was Prime Minister Carney’s first visit to India after taking over as the Prime Minister of Canada and is the first bilateral visit to India by a Canadian Prime Minister since 2018. Prime Minister Carney was accompanied by a Canadian high-level delegation that included senior ministers, provincial leaders and leading CEOs.

Statement by Prime Minister Carney and Minister Anand on the situation in the Middle East

Statement by Prime Minister Carney and Minister Anand on the situation in the Middle East

February 28, 2026
Mumbai, India

“The Canadian government is closely following Iran-related hostilities throughout the Middle East and urges all Canadians in Iran to shelter in place. Canadians in the wider region should follow local advice and take all necessary precautions.

Canada’s position remains clear: the Islamic Republic of Iran is the principal source of instability and terror throughout the Middle East, has one of the world’s worst human rights records, and must never be allowed to obtain or develop nuclear weapons. 

Canada and our international partners have consistently called upon the Iranian regime to end its nuclear program, including at the 2025 G7 Leaders’ Summit in Kananaskis and with the United Nations’ reimposition of sanctions in September.

Despite diplomatic efforts, Iran has neither fully dismantled its nuclear program, halted all enrichment activities, nor ended its support for regional terrorist proxy groups. Canada stands with the Iranian people in their long and courageous struggle against Iran’s oppressive regime. Canada has listed the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist entity, and has sanctioned 256 Iranian entities and 222 individuals in response to the regime’s repression and its violence both against its own people, and persistently, beyond its borders. Canada reaffirms Israel’s right to defend itself and to ensure the security of its people. 

Canada supports the United States acting to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon and to prevent its regime from further threatening international peace and security.

The Canadian government urges the protection of all civilians in this conflict. We will take all possible measures to protect our nationals and Canadian diplomatic missions throughout the region.”

Prime Minister Carney welcomes the appointment of Kelly A. Burke as Canada’s new Commissioner of Official Languages

 

Prime Minister Carney welcomes the appointment of Kelly A. Burke as Canada’s new Commissioner of Official Languages

February 27, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, welcomed the appointment of Kelly A. Burke as Canada’s new Commissioner of Official Languages. This appointment, which was recently approved by the House of Commons and the Senate, is effective March 30, 2026.

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Statement by Prime Minister Carney marking four years since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine

February 24, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario

“On February 24, 2022, Russia launched an unjustifiable, full-scale invasion of Ukraine. For four years, Vladimir Putin’s regime has bombed Ukraine’s churches, schools, and hospitals, and abducted thousands of Ukrainian children. It has targeted Ukraine’s energy supply, attempting to freeze civilians to death by bombing power plants and heating systems in the dead of winter.

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Prime Minister Carney to diversify Canada’s trade, attract new investment, and secure new partnerships with visits to India, Australia, and Japan

February 23, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario

In a more divided and uncertain world, Canada’s new government is focused on what we can control. We are building a stronger, more independent, and more resilient economy. We are building our strength at home, diversifying our trade abroad, and attracting massive new international investment.

Statement by Prime Minister Carney on Ramadan...

 

Statement by Prime Minister Carney on Ramadan

February 17, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario

“At sundown tonight, Muslims in Canada and around the world will begin observing the holy month of Ramadan. 

In the weeks ahead, families and friends will gather in homes and mosques for prayer and reflection. After fasting from dawn to sunset, they will break their fast with iftar – the traditional evening meal. For those observing Ramadan, this is a time of reflection, gratitude, and celebration.

As this sacred period begins, far too many Muslims in Canada are continuing to face troubling acts of Islamophobia. Combatting hate is a top priority for this government, and Islamophobia has no place in our country. 

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Prime Minister Carney announces new Chief Trade Negotiator to the United States

February 16, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario

The Prime Minister, Mark Carney, today announced that the Honourable Janice Charette has been appointed as the next Chief Trade Negotiator to the United States.

Statement by Prime Minister Carney on National Flag of Canada Day

 

Statement by Prime Minister Carney on National Flag of Canada Day

February 15, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario

“Since 1965, the Maple Leaf has stood as the symbol of a strong, diverse, and ambitious country. It flies over our diplomatic missions and military operations around the world. It is worn by members of the Canadian Armed Forces who defend our sovereignty and protect our freedoms. When people around the world see the Maple Leaf on a sleeve of a uniform or the back of a truck, they see hope. They get help.

In a more dangerous and divided world, the Maple Leaf is a salient reminder that Canadians are strongest when we are united.

On this Flag Day, the Maple Leaf flies at half-mast on Parliament Hill and across Canada for the people of Tumbler Ridge. As the community endures the unimaginable, our flag carries a message from an entire nation in mourning: all of Canada is with you. We will always be with you.”

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Statement by Prime Minister Carney on the tragic shootings in Tumbler Ridge

February 10, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario

“I am devastated by today’s horrific shootings in Tumbler Ridge, B.C. My prayers and deepest condolences are with the families and friends who have lost loved ones to these horrific acts of violence.

Prime Minister Carney secures new economic, security, and talent partnerships with Luxembourg

 

Prime Minister Carney secures new economic, security, and talent partnerships with Luxembourg

February 9, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario

The Prime Minister, Mark Carney, welcomed the Prime Minister of Luxembourg, Luc Frieden, to Ottawa, Ontario, from February 7 to 9, 2026. As a major financial hub, a NATO Ally, and one of the largest sources of foreign direct investment in Canada, Luxembourg is a key partner for Canada.

Building on over 80 years of close diplomatic relations and a growing relationship across trade, commerce, and defence, Prime Minister Carney and Prime Minister Frieden underlined a series of new partnerships between Canada and Luxembourg.

First, the leaders announced the launch of the 2026 Canada-Luxembourg Financial Sector Policy Dialogue, which will bring together finance officials to advance collaboration on financial stability, sustainable finance, fintech innovation, and capital markets development.

Second, Prime Minister Carney and Prime Minister Frieden welcomed the establishment of the McGill Luxembourg Centre for Finance and McGill’s Master of Management in Finance program. With McGill’s global academic leadership and Luxembourg’s position as a leading financial centre, these programs will strengthen cutting-edge academic and research collaboration, expand student and talent exchanges, and equip Canadian students with new opportunities across the financial sector.

Third, the leaders committed to expanding bilateral trade and investment, including in sectors such as advanced manufacturing, infrastructure, aerospace, space, and related technologies.

The prime ministers reiterated their enduring support for Ukraine against Russian aggression and agreed on the imperative of achieving a just and lasting peace, backed by robust security guarantees. They emphasised mobilising capital and strengthening defence supply chains in support of our collective security, including in the Arctic, noting ongoing discussions on the establishment of the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank (DSR Bank). They discussed the importance of the DSR Bank and agreed to deepen cooperation to fill an important gap: multi-year, low-cost financing for defence, security, and resilience initiatives. The DSR Bank would allow the commercial sector to work more closely with the defence sector to support Canadian workers and businesses.

As a reflection of the close ties between Canada and Luxembourg, Prime Minister Carney invited His Royal Highness Guillaume, Grand Duke of Luxembourg, to visit Canada in the near future.

In an increasingly dangerous and divided world, Canada’s new government is focused on what we can control. We are building our strength at home and strengthening our relationships with reliable partners abroad. 

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“The relationship between Canada and Luxembourg is strong and growing. We’re focused on working more closely together, across finance, defence, and education, to create more opportunities for our businesses, workers, and citizens.”

— The Rt. Hon. Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada

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Statement by Prime Minister Carney on the opening of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games

February 6, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario

“Today, athletes from around the world gather in Italy to celebrate the opening of the 2026 Olympic Winter Games.

Good luck, Team Canada. You’ve earned this moment. After long days and late nights – through discipline, sacrifice, and relentless effort – you’re ready to compete at the highest level.

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 Statement by Prime Minister Carney on Black History Month

February 1, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario

“Today marks the beginning of the 30^th Black History Month in Canada, under the theme ‘Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations – From Nation Builders to Tomorrow’s Visionaries’. This is a time to honour the enduring culture and resilience of Black Canadians.

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 Statement by Prime Minister Carney on the passing of Catherine O’Hara

January 30, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario

“I join all Canadians in mourning the loss of Catherine O’Hara.

Born in Toronto, Ontario, Catherine O’Hara was a beloved comedic actor who captivated audiences on stage and screen. Over five decades of work, Catherine earned her place in the canon of Canadian comedy – from SCTV to Schitt's Creek.

Though her talents are recognised worldwide, Canadians will always claim her as one of our own. She was awarded multiple Canadian Screen Awards and the Governor General’s Lifetime Artistic Achievement Award. In 2007, she was inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame and, in 2017, she was appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada.

On behalf of all Canadians, I offer my deepest condolences to her family, friends, and all those who loved her work on screen.”

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 First Ministers’ Joint Statement

January 29, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario

Today, Canada’s First Ministers met in Ottawa, Ontario, to reaffirm their commitment to a unified Team Canada approach. They also advanced their coordinated work to build a stronger, more prosperous, more resilient Canadian economy.

First Ministers discussed the ongoing geopolitical situation, reiterating Canada’s unwavering commitment to democracy and the rule of law. They affirmed that Canada stands with its NATO Allies and remains united in protecting Canada’s sovereignty, including in the Arctic, and agreed to accelerate strategic investments in Canada’s North.