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11 Oct

India, Canada to Build Strategic Cooperation Framework During Canadian FM Anita Anand’s Visit

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, IndiaAnita Anand, India-Canada relations, Mark Carney, Piyush Goyal, S. Jaishankar

New Delhi, October 11, 2025: India and Canada are set to explore a new framework for “strategic cooperation” covering trade, energy, and security during Canadian Foreign Minister Anita Anand’s visit to New Delhi beginning Sunday.Anand will hold extensive discussions with External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal aimed at boosting bilateral relations across key sectors. India will be her first stop in a three-nation tour that also includes Singapore and China.According to a Canadian government readout, both countries are working toward a “strategic framework” focusing on trade diversification, energy transformation, and security collaboration. During her stay, Anand…

30 Sep

Canada Applauds Trump’s Middle East Peace Plan; PM Carney Commits to Humanitarian Support for Gaza

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingCanada, Mark Carney

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): In a significant diplomatic endorsement, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Monday welcomed U.S. President Donald Trump's newly unveiled Middle East peace initiative, calling it a "historic" step toward resolving the Gaza conflict. Taking to social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Carney expressed Canada’s strong support for the peace framework and urged all stakeholders in the region to embrace the opportunity for lasting peace. “Canada welcomes President Trump's historic new Middle East peace plan, and we urge all parties to help it realise its full potential,” Carney wrote. “As the critical next step, Hamas must immediately release…

19 Sep

Canada and Mexico Elevate Ties with New Comprehensive Strategic Partnership and Joint Action Plan

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Trending, World NewsCanada, Claudia Sheinbaum, Mark Carney

Mexico City (Rajeev Sharma): In a landmark meeting held at the National Palace in Mexico City, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo announced the elevation of bilateral relations through the creation of a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership, marking a new chapter in Canada–Mexico cooperation. Joined by cabinet members from both governments, the leaders emphasized their shared ambition to deepen collaboration, strengthen regional ties, and promote inclusive prosperity, particularly in light of ongoing global shifts. A Partnership for the Future The upgraded partnership reflects what both leaders described as a “forward-looking and dynamic relationship” aimed at navigating…

17 Sep

PM Mark Carney Pledges Support for Canola Growers, Meets Saskatchewan Leaders

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingCanada, Mark Carney

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday reaffirmed his government’s commitment to strengthening Canada’s agriculture sector, with a particular focus on canola producers. In a post shared on X, Carney said the federal government is working to “empower the hard-working farmers who provide world-class food to Canadians and our trading partners.” The statement followed a meeting in Ottawa with Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe and representatives from the canola industry. The discussions centered on long-term strategies to expand market opportunities, enhance competitiveness, and ensure stability for farmers facing global challenges. Carney extended his gratitude to Moe and industry stakeholders,…

15 Sep

“Build Canada Homes” Launched to Tackle National Housing Crisis with Unprecedented Federal Investment

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingCanada, Mark Carney

Ottawa, ON (Rajeev Sharma): In a sweeping new move to address Canada's growing housing crisis, Prime Minister Mark Carney today unveiled Build Canada Homes, a landmark federal initiative aimed at massively increasing affordable housing supply through direct public intervention and partnerships with the private sector. With homeownership and rental costs soaring beyond reach for many Canadians — especially younger generations — and homelessness on the rise in major cities, the federal government is taking bold action to reverse decades of underbuilding and bureaucratic delays. “Too many Canadians are locked out of the housing market,” said Prime Minister Carney. “Build Canada…

12 Sep

PM Mark Carney announces first projects to be reviewed by the new Major Projects Office

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingCanada, Mark Carney

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): In a rapidly shifting global landscape, we need to act decisively to build a stronger, more competitive, and prosperous economy for Canadian workers. To that end, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, announced last month the launch of the new Major Projects Office (MPO). The MPO will work to fast-track nation-building projects by streamlining regulatory assessment and approvals and helping to structure financing, in close partnership with provinces, territories, Indigenous Peoples, and private investors. The MPO will help to identify projects that are in Canada’s national interest and accelerate their development, including by creating a single set of conditions –…

09 Sep

PM Mark Carney Unveils $80M Support Package for Atlantic Canada Businesses Amid Global Trade Shifts

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St. John’s, NL (Rajeev Sharma): As global trade tensions reshape economic priorities, Prime Minister Mark Carney today announced an $80 million investment dedicated to helping businesses in Atlantic Canada navigate the new realities of international commerce. The funding, part of the recently launched Regional Tariff Response Initiative (RTRI), aims to assist industries hardest hit by shifting U.S. trade policies and rising tariffs. The announcement was made in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, where Carney emphasized the need for a robust and adaptive economic strategy in response to mounting global uncertainty. Strengthening Economic Resilience in Atlantic Canada The $80 million allocated…

07 Sep

Canada PM Mark Carney Pays Tribute to Late Ken Dryden

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingKen Dryden, Mark Carney

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney has expressed deep sorrow over the death of the Honourable Ken Dryden, calling him a towering figure in Canadian sport, politics, and public life. In a statement issued on Saturday, Carney remembered Dryden as both a hockey legend and a dedicated parliamentarian. “Ken was a six-time Stanley Cup champion, five-time Vezina Trophy winner, Minister of Social Development, and a committed MP,” the Prime Minister said. Carney reflected on Dryden’s influence beyond the rink, noting that his decision to return to university during his playing career underscored the importance of balance. “His work after…

05 Sep

Prime Minister Carney Unveils Comprehensive Measures to Safeguard, Strengthen, and Transform Strategic Canadian Industries

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, TrendingCanada, Mark Carney, Rajeev Sharma

Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): The global trade landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by the United States' fundamental overhaul of its trading relationships. This shift is having far-reaching consequences, including job displacement, supply chain disruptions, and heightened uncertainty that is deterring investment. Despite Canada having the most advantageous trade agreement with the U.S., our nation can no longer rely solely on this partnership as it once did. Therefore, it is imperative that we fortify our domestic economy. To this end, Canada's new government is developing a novel industrial strategy tailored to address the challenges of this new era. This forward-thinking…

02 Sep

PM Mark Carney Marks Labour Day with Tribute to Canadian Workers and Unions

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney issued a statement on Labour Day, highlighting the contributions of Canadian workers and the enduring role of unions in shaping a fairer economy. Carney noted that many of the protections enjoyed, including weekends, minimum wages, safer workplaces, and employee benefits, were the result of long-standing union struggles. He praised organized labour for championing fairness and dignity for all, not just for their members, but for society at large. Looking ahead, the Prime Minister emphasized that his government is committed to ensuring Canadians are equipped to succeed in an evolving global economy. “Workers are…