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21 Jul

First Nations Leaders Walk Out of Carney Meeting Over Concerns with Building Canada Act

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Gatineau, Quebec (Rajeev Sharma): What was intended to be a conciliatory meeting between Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and First Nations leaders turned contentious on Thursday, as multiple Indigenous representatives walked out in protest over the Building Canada Act, citing deep concerns about violations of their rights and lack of genuine consultation. The meeting, held at the Canadian Museum of History, was meant to allay growing unease among Indigenous communities about the act, which was passed last month as part of Bill C-5. The legislation outlines a fast-track framework for infrastructure and resource development projects — including pipelines, mines, ports,…

17 Jul

Canada Imposes New Tariffs to Shield Domestic Steel Industry from Global Pressure

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): In a bold move to protect Canada’s domestic steel sector from global trade disruptions and unfair pricing practices, Prime Minister Mark Carney on Wednesday announced a sweeping series of tariffs and trade safeguards, signaling a more aggressive stance on imports. The centrepiece of the new strategy is a tariff rate quota targeting countries with which Canada has free trade agreements, excluding the United States. Imports from these countries that exceed 2024 volume levels will be hit with a 50% tariff, a measure designed to deter trade diversion and stabilize domestic production. In addition, steel imports containing material…

17 Jul

PM Mark Carney to Address First Nations at Bill C-5 Summit Amid Mounting Concerns Over Major Projects Law

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Gatineau, Quebec (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to meet with First Nations leaders Thursday during a critical summit in Gatineau, Quebec, where he will face growing scrutiny over the recently passed Bill C-5 — legislation that enables expedited approval for infrastructure projects deemed nationally significant, including pipelines, mines, and ports. The two-day summit, held at the Canadian Museum of History, began on Wednesday and is intended to ease tensions and clarify the federal government’s position on Indigenous consultation in major project development. However, First Nations leaders have voiced strong objections, claiming that their constitutional rights are being…

16 Jul

PM Mark Carney Convenes Incident Response Group Amid Escalating Wildfire Crisis in Manitoba and Ontario

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): As wildfires continue to spread across parts of Canada, particularly Manitoba and Ontario, Prime Minister Mark Carney has convened the Incident Response Group to coordinate the national emergency response and reinforce federal support. The high-level meeting brought together senior ministers and federal officials to assess the situation and streamline efforts to manage the escalating wildfire threat. With thousands of residents already displaced and emergency operations underway, the federal government reaffirmed its full support for provincial and local authorities. The Prime Minister emphasized ongoing coordination with Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew and First Nations leadership, who are playing a…

15 Jul

PM Mark Carney and EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen Discuss Strengthening Canada-EU Ties

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Ottawa/Brussels (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney held a high-level call today with the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, to reaffirm and expand the strategic relationship between Canada and the European Union in the face of shifting global trade dynamics and economic uncertainty. The conversation focused on enhancing cooperation between the two allies across key sectors such as industrial policy, digital trade, clean technologies, and critical raw materials. Both leaders also reaffirmed their commitment to the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP) and discussed ways to deepen joint efforts in promoting sustainable economic growth.…

14 Jul

PM Mark Carney Thanks First Responders Amid Intensifying Wildfires Across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Ontario

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): As wildfires continue to ravage parts of Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Ontario, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney issued a statement on Monday acknowledging the escalating crisis and expressing deep gratitude to the emergency crews working tirelessly on the front lines. "Wildfires have been worsening, especially across Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Ontario," said Prime Minister Carney. "On behalf of Canadians, my ongoing gratitude to all the first responders on the front lines of this crisis." In recent weeks, several regions in central and eastern Canada have witnessed a surge in wildfire activity due to high temperatures, prolonged drought conditions, and…

13 Jul

Mark Carney Vows to Defend Canadian Workers as Trump Threatens 35% Tariffs on Imports

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Thursday pledged to stand firm in defense of Canadian workers and businesses as the August 1 deadline looms for sweeping new U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods. The move comes after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a dramatic escalation in duties on a wide range of Canadian imports, hiking tariffs to 35%, intensifying trade tensions between the two allies. In a post shared on the social media platform X, Carney emphasized Canada’s commitment to protecting its economic sovereignty and workforce amid the ongoing dispute. “Throughout the current trade negotiations with the United…

11 Jul

Trump Hikes Canada Tariffs to 35%, Escalating Tensions in US-Canada Trade Ties

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Washington/Ottawa, July 11: President Donald Trump announced plans to raise tariffs on Canadian imports to 35%, further straining relations between two of North America’s closest trading partners and injecting new uncertainty into cross-border commerce.In a letter sent Thursday to Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, Trump said the increased tariffs, up from the 25% rate announced in February, will take effect from August 1. The move comes amid US accusations that Canada has not done enough to curb fentanyl trafficking, despite comparatively low levels of the drug’s smuggling from Canadian territory.“I must mention that the flow of Fentanyl is hardly the…

11 Jul

PM Mark Carney Reaffirms Canada’s Support for Ukraine in Virtual Meeting of Coalition of the Willing

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney participated in a high-level virtual meeting of the Coalition of the Willing on Thursday, reaffirming Canada’s steadfast commitment to Ukraine in the face of ongoing Russian aggression. The meeting, convened to coordinate global support for Ukraine, was co-chaired by UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy also joined the discussion, alongside senior American figures including Senators Lindsey Graham and Richard Blumenthal, and U.S. Special Envoy General Keith Kellogg. During the meeting, the Coalition unanimously condemned Russia’s latest missile strikes on Ukraine and pledged continued military,…

06 Jul

PM Mark Carney attends Calgary Stampede, Celebrates Community Spirit at Breakfast Event

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney made a high-profile appearance at the Calgary Stampede, attending a Stampede Breakfast at the grounds and joining thousands of Albertans in celebrating Canada’s most iconic summer festival.Dressed in a cowboy hat and traditional western attire, Prime Minister Carney embodied the true Stampede spirit as he interacted with families, volunteers, and local leaders. He savored the classic pancake breakfast and posed for photos with enthusiastic attendees. In a brief yet heartfelt address, Carney commended the Stampede for its legacy and community impact: “The Calgary Stampede is a powerful symbol of Canadian culture, resilience, and…