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06 Jun

Liberal Caucus Chair Rejects Claims of Tensions With PM Mark Carney

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Liberal Caucus Chair James Maloney has strongly dismissed allegations that Prime Minister Mark Carney has a difficult relationship with members of his caucus, calling recent reports suggesting otherwise “absolutely false.”The remarks come after media reports citing unnamed Liberal MPs claimed Carney had become increasingly dismissive of concerns raised by caucus members, centralized decision-making and, at times, lashed out during internal discussions.Speaking in an interview with CTV’s Question Period, Maloney firmly rejected the accusations and defended the prime minister’s leadership style.“Absolutely false,” Maloney said when asked about claims that Carney regularly talks down to caucus members. He described…

27 May

Canada Announces Trade Mission to India as Piyush Goyal Pushes Stronger Investment Ties in Toronto

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, IndiaCanada, Canada-India trade, CEPA negotiations, Free Trade Agreement, Mark Carney, Piyush Goyal, Team Canada trade mission

Toronto (Rajeev Sharma): Canada has announced a “Team Canada” trade mission to India scheduled for November, aimed at deepening economic cooperation in key sectors including artificial intelligence, clean energy, semiconductors, critical minerals, nuclear energy, digital infrastructure, and advanced manufacturing. India and Canada also reaffirmed their long-term ambition of expanding bilateral trade toward a $50 billion target, as India’s Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal engaged in high-level discussions with Canadian ministers, investors, and business leaders in Toronto, with a strong focus on accelerating negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA). Goyal began his three-day visit in the Canadian…

27 May

Steven Guilbeault Expected to Leave Carney Caucus as India-Canada Tensions Continue

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada News, Dinesh Patnaik, India-Canada ties, Mark Carney, Steven Guilbeault

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Former Liberal environment minister Steven Guilbeault is expected to leave Prime Minister Mark Carney’s caucus, according to reports by The Globe and Mail. Sources also say the longtime environmental advocate may resign as MP for the Montreal riding of Laurier–Sainte–Marie, though plans could still change. Guilbeault, who represented the riding since 2019, reportedly resigned from cabinet last year over disagreements with the government’s energy policies, including support for a new Alberta-to-West Coast pipeline and changes to environmental assessment rules. Sources say Guilbeault is expected to address Parliament on Wednesday and meet with current and former staff afterward.…

22 May

PM Mark Carney Holds Trilateral Call with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Norwegian PM Jonas Gahr Støre Ahead of NATO Summit

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanada, Ontario, TrendingJonas Gahr, Mark Carney, NATO

Ottawa ( Rajeev Sharma): Mark Carney held a trilateral discussion with Friedrich Merz and Jonas Gahr Støre to discuss global security, NATO priorities, Ukraine, and developments in the Middle East ahead of the upcoming NATO Summit. Building on progress made during their previous meeting in Bardufoss in March, the three leaders reviewed key areas of cooperation and addressed major international challenges facing allied nations. As close NATO Allies, the leaders outlined priorities for the upcoming NATO Summit, with a focus on strengthening Euro-Atlantic security amid ongoing global threats and instability. Prime Minister Carney highlighted Canada’s plans to establish a Defence,…

21 May

PM Mark Carney Reaffirms B.C.’s Central Role in “Build Canada Strong” Plan, Calls for Partnership on Energy and Infrastructure Development

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Vancouver ( Richa Walia): Mark Carney told a business audience in Vancouver that British Columbia will play a major role in his government’s “Build Canada Strong” agenda, emphasizing economic growth, infrastructure development, and stronger partnerships with Indigenous communities. Speaking to business leaders and stakeholders, Carney sought to ease tensions surrounding pipeline development and energy projects by promoting what he described as a “positive agenda” focused on cooperation rather than division. The Prime Minister said Ottawa intends to work closely with the Government of British Columbia and First Nations communities to advance major projects while respecting environmental concerns and Indigenous participation.…

15 May

Alberta, Canada Advance New West Coast Oil Pipeline to Asian Markets

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, CanadaAlberta Energy, Asian Markets, Carbon Pricing, Danielle Smith, Energy Export, Indigenous Ownership, Mark Carney, oil pipeline

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The governments of Alberta and Canada have finalized major elements of the Alberta Canada Energy Memorandum of Understanding, paving the way for a new west coast oil pipeline that could begin construction as early as Sept. 1, 2027. The agreement, announced on May 15, 2026, is aimed at expanding Canada’s energy exports to Asian and global markets while reducing regulatory uncertainty for investors and industry partners. The proposed Indigenous co-owned pipeline would transport more than one million barrels of oil per day to a west coast export terminal, helping Canada diversify beyond reliance on a single energy…

15 May

Carney Government Considers Major “Asset Recycling” Plan Involving Airports and Ports to Fund Infrastructure

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Toronto ( Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney has confirmed that the federal government is exploring a large-scale “asset recycling” strategy that could involve selling or restructuring public assets such as airports and ports to raise capital for national infrastructure and economic growth priorities. The approach is being considered as a way to help finance a new infrastructure package reportedly valued at around $25 billion. Under the proposed framework, the government would “recycle” capital currently tied up in federally owned assets and redirect it toward new nation-building projects. Officials say the concept is still in early development stages and no…

15 May

Carney and Smith to Announce Major Canada–Alberta Energy Deal on Friday in Calgary

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith will jointly announce a significant energy agreement in Calgary on Friday 15th May, focusing on industrial carbon pricing and progress on a potential west coast pipeline. The expected deal will outline a framework to align federal and Alberta carbon pricing policies, with a long term industrial price target of around $130 per tonne by 2040. It is also expected to advance planning discussions for a proposed oil pipeline to British Columbia’s coast, although no final approval is anticipated. Officials say the agreement is part of ongoing negotiations aimed…

05 May

Prime Minister Mark Carney Faces Growing Alberta Separatist Momentum as Referendum Signatures Surpass Threshold

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is confronting a significant new political challenge as a separatist movement in Alberta gains unprecedented momentum, echoing the constitutional tensions historically associated with Quebec. On Monday, activists representing the push for Alberta’s independence announced the submission of nearly 302,000 signatures to provincial authorities, a figure that comfortably exceeds the 178,000 required to force a formal consideration of a referendum. This surge in organized discontent presents a fresh headache for the Carney administration, which is already navigating a complex national landscape. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has indicated that she will proceed with a…

19 Apr

Canada PM Mark Carney Joins Sikh Community at Ottawa Gurdwara to Mark Sikh Heritage Month

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney marked Sikh Heritage Month by visiting a prominent gurdwara in Ottawa, where he participated in community service and interacted with members of the Sikh community. During his visit to Gurdwara Sahib Ottawa, the Prime Minister joined volunteers in sewa, highlighting the importance of inclusivity and community engagement. The visit formed part of nationwide celebrations recognising the contributions of Sikh Canadians. Sharing his message on social media platform X, Carney noted that Canada is home to one of the largest Sikh populations globally. He acknowledged the role played by Sikh men and women…