Mark Carney Archives - Page 17 of 19

08 Apr

Mark Carney Visits Calgary to Support Liberal Candidates

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Calgary, (Rajeev Sharma): Liberal Party leader Mark Carney made a high-profile stop in Calgary today as part of his national tour to boost Liberal candidates ahead of the federal election on April 28. With a public event set for 7:30 PM MDT and doors opening an hour earlier, the visit marks a strategic effort to energize local supporters and flip traditionally conservative ridings.Carney, who recently took over the Liberal leadership, is banking on his reputation as a steady economic voice to rally undecided voters. His Calgary appearance follows campaign stops in Vancouver earlier this week, where he emphasized economic resilience…

07 Apr

Liberal Lead Grows to Double Digits as Carney Gains Ground Amid U.S. Tariff Tensions

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Ottawa, April 7, 2025 — The Liberals have surged to a commanding 12-point lead over the Conservatives as Canada’s federal election campaign enters its third week, according to a new Ipsos poll conducted for Global News.Support for the Liberals now stands at 46 per cent, up two points from last week. In contrast, Conservative support has dropped four points to 34 per cent. With this gap, the Liberals are firmly in majority government territory if the election were held today, Ipsos noted.NDP support edged up to 10 per cent, while the Green Party and Bloc Québécois gained one point each,…

07 Apr

Canada Issues Updated Travel Advisory for the US Following Actor’s Detention

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): The Canadian government has revised its travel advisory for citizens heading to the United States, warning travelers to prepare for heightened security checks and possible scrutiny at U.S. border crossings. The update comes a month after Canadian actress Jasmine Mooney — known for her role in American Pie — was reportedly detained by U.S. immigration authorities in San Diego, California. Stricter Checks and Device Screenings In the advisory updated on April 4, Ottawa cautioned Canadian travelers to be "compliant and forthcoming" when interacting with U.S. border officials. The updated guidance also notes that American authorities are authorized…

07 Apr

Canadian PM Mark Carney Visits BAPS Mandir on Ram Navami; Hindu Group Raises Concerns Over Representation

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney visited the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Toronto to participate in Ram Navami celebrations, extending his greetings to the Hindu community during the auspicious occasion. Marking his first visit to the temple, Carney joined worshippers in celebrating the start of the Ram Navami festival, which signifies the culmination of the nine-day Navratri celebration and honors the birth of Lord Ram. On Sunday, Carney wrote to X (formerly Twitter): “Joined Hindu community members at the @BAPS_Toronto Mandir yesterday for the first day of Ram Navami celebrations. Thank you for sharing your traditions and…

06 Apr

Canadians See 2025 Federal Election as Most Crucial Yet Amid Trump Tensions

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Toronto, April 6, 2025 — A vast majority of Canadians believe the ongoing federal election is the most important in the country’s history, as tensions rise over threats to Canadian sovereignty from U.S. President Donald Trump. According to a recent Nanos Research survey, 86 per cent of respondents said this election matters more than previous ones.This sentiment was strongest in Ontario and British Columbia, where nearly 90 per cent of people expressed heightened concern. Even in regions with slightly lower figures—such as Quebec and the Prairies—support for the statement remained high, at 79.2 and 81.9 per cent respectively.Nik Nanos, chief…

04 Apr

PM Mark Carney Praises Sikh Community’s Role in Building Canada During Sikh Heritage Month

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Ottawa, April 4, 2025 – Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney paid tribute to the Sikh community’s enduring contributions to the nation during Sikh Heritage Month, acknowledging nearly 130 years of their impactful presence.“Sikh Canadians have helped build a more compassionate, equal, and just Canada,” Carney said in a statement. He emphasized that Sikh Heritage Month is not just a time to reflect on the past but also to recognize how Sikh values continue to shape the country’s future.Carney’s message underlined the deep-rooted influence of Sikh Canadians in various spheres of national life—from economic development to public service and social justice.…

03 Apr

Liberal Party Takes the Lead as Canada Gears Up for 2025 Federal Election

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National Times Bureau, April 3, 2025: Canada is heading into an early federal election on April 28, 2025, with the latest polls showing a competitive but clear lead for the Liberal Party under newly appointed Prime Minister Mark Carney. The election, initially scheduled for October, was moved up after Carney succeeded Justin Trudeau on March 14, 2025 and called for a fresh mandate amid economic challenges and rising trade tensions with the United States. A recent survey places the Liberal Party at 46%, followed by the Conservative Party, led by Pierre Poilievre, at 37%. The New Democratic Party (NDP) and…

01 Apr

The Federal Consumer Carbon Tax is over April 1st

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Calgary: ( Rajeev Sharma): The federal carbon price for consumers will disappear today in all provinces except Quebec, where a provincial price on carbon meant the federal price didn't apply. B.C. also had its own consumer carbon tax, but it hurried Monday to get rid of it for April 1, as well. Mark Carney cancelled the fee on his first day as prime minister last month, signing a directive for the fuel charge to be removed on April 1. The levy had been added to the sale price of carbon-emitting products by fuel type. For gasoline, it was 17.6 cents…

29 Mar

Trump and Canadian PM Carney Hold First Call Amid Trade Tensions

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Washington, March 29, 2025 – U.S. President Donald Trump described his first conversation with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney as "extremely productive" on Friday, despite ongoing tensions over trade policies and Trump's repeated calls for Canada's annexation.Trump stated on his Truth Social platform that he and Carney agreed to meet after Canada’s general election on April 28. The prime minister called for the elections shortly after replacing Justin Trudeau two weeks ago."I just finished speaking with Prime Minister Mark Carney of Canada. It was an extremely productive call, we agree on many things," Trump said. "We will meet immediately after…

29 Mar

Poilievre Claims Trump Prefers Liberal Victory in Canada’s Election

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Ottawa, March 29, 2025: Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre has accused former U.S. President Donald Trump of favoring a Liberal victory in Canada’s upcoming election. Poilievre suggested that Trump sees a government led by Liberal leader Mark Carney as more vulnerable to U.S. pressure.According to Poilievre, Trump’s history of trade disputes with Canada and his aggressive stance on economic policies indicate a preference for a weaker Canadian administration. He argued that Liberal policies, particularly in the energy sector, have diminished Canada’s global standing, aligning with Trump’s interests.In response, Carney dismissed Poilievre’s remarks, emphasizing Canada’s sovereignty and commitment to strong U.S. relations.…