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28 Mar

Canada’s PM Mark Carney Declares ‘Old Ties with US Are Over’ Amid Trade War with Trump

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada-US relations, Donald Trump, Mark Carney, trade war

Ottawa, March 28, 2025: Canada’s newly elected Prime Minister, Mark Carney, has declared that the era of close economic and military cooperation with the United States is “over,” signaling a dramatic shift in Canada-US relations amid an escalating trade war."The old relationship we had with the United States, based on deepening integration of our economies and tight security and military cooperation, is over," Carney said following an emergency meeting with his cabinet on Canada-US relations. "What exactly the United States does next is unclear. But what is clear is that we as Canadians have agency, we have power. We are…

28 Mar

New Leader, Old Team: Can Carney Convince Voters the Liberals Have Changed?

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada election, Liberals, Mark Carney, Pierre Poilievre

Ottawa, March 28, 2025: Canada’s federal election is in full swing, with the Liberals and Conservatives locked in a fierce contest. While the race was expected to be a referendum on the governing party’s record, Donald Trump’s threats of tariffs and annexation have shifted the focus to leadership and national security. The Liberals, once trailing by 25 points, have staged a comeback under Prime Minister Mark Carney—largely by adopting Conservative policies.Blurring the Lines Between Liberals and ConservativesWith both parties running on nationalist slogans—“Canada Strong” for the Liberals and “Canada First” for the Conservatives—their policy platforms have become strikingly similar. Both…

27 Mar

Canada Slams Trump’s Auto Tariffs as a “Direct Attack” on Economy

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada-U.S. trade war, Doug Ford, Mark Carney, Trump auto tariffs

Ottawa, March 27, 2025: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has strongly criticized U.S. President Donald Trump's latest move to impose a 25% tariff on all auto imports, calling it a "direct attack" on Canada. The tariffs, which also apply to spare and ancillary components, were announced as a "permanent" measure by Trump on Wednesday.Carney, who was in the middle of an election campaign, cut his trip short and returned to Ottawa to chair an emergency Cabinet meeting on U.S.-Canada relations. He assured Canadian auto workers that the government would take steps to protect them, including a $2 billion (CAD) strategic…

24 Mar

Canada’s Prime Minister Mark Carney Calls for Snap Election on April 28

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsBusinessCalgary, Canada, Mark Carney

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Canada's newly appointed Prime Minister, Mark Carney, has called for a snap election, set for April 28, after dissolving Parliament, Al Jazeera reported on Sunday. This move comes less than two weeks after Carney succeeded Justin Trudeau as Prime Minister. In a statement, Carney emphasized the need for a strong mandate to address the ongoing trade tensions with the United States, which have been exacerbated by President Donald Trump's actions. Speaking to reporters in Ottawa after meeting with Governor-General Mary Simon, Carney expressed that Canada is facing "the most significant crisis of our lifetimes" due to Trump’s…

23 Mar

Mark Carney to Contest Ottawa Seat as Canada Heads for Early Election Amid Trade Tensions with U.S.

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada election, Justin Trudeau, Mark Carney, Pierre Poilievre

Ottawa, March 23, 2025 – Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced his candidacy for a parliamentary seat in Nepean, Ottawa, as the country heads for an early general election on April 28. The election, triggered just weeks after Carney took office, comes amid a growing trade dispute with U.S. President Donald Trump, who has imposed steep tariffs on Canadian exports.Carney, who replaced Justin Trudeau as Liberal Party leader on March 9 and was sworn in as Canada’s 24th prime minister on March 14, emphasized the need for a clear mandate during a period of economic uncertainty. The upcoming election…

21 Mar

Mark Carney will ask Governor General to dissolve Parliament Sunday and call election

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada election, Governor General, Mark Carney, Parliament dissolution

Alberta ( Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney will ask the Governor General to dissolve Parliament and call a federal election this Sunday, Radio-Canada has learned. The election campaign will kick off barely a week after Carney was sworn in as prime minister and appointed his cabinet. Carney's trip to Rideau Hall to speak to Gov. Gen. Mary Simon will come a day before MPs were scheduled to return after Parliament was prorogued on Jan. 6. An election campaign is expected to last between 36 and 50 days. Election day remains to be confirmed, but voters are expected to cast…

20 Mar

Alberta Premier Denielle Smith Issues Strong Demands to Ottawa in Meeting with PM Mark Carney

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaAlberta, Danielle Smith, Federal Policies, Mark Carney, Oil and Gas

Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma) : Alberta Premier Denielle Smith met with Prime Minister Mark Carney today in what she described as a “very frank discussion” about Alberta’s ongoing grievances with federal policies. The Premier outlined a series of demands she said must be addressed within the first six months of the next federal government’s term to prevent what she called an “unprecedented national unity crisis.” Among the key demands: • Guaranteed access to oil and gas corridors in all directions • Repeal of Bill C-69 (the “no new pipelines act”) • Lifting of the BC coastal tanker ban • Elimination…

16 Mar

Canada Reconsiders F-35 Fighter Jet Deal with US, PM Mark Carney Explores ‘Other Options’

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada, Mark Carney, US

Calgary (National Times): In a significant policy move, Canada’s newly appointed Prime Minister, Mark Carney, has instructed Defence Minister Bill Blair to review the country's planned purchase of America’s F-35 fighter jets. The directive comes with a call to explore alternative options “given the changing environment,” according to Blair’s spokesperson on Saturday. Canada’s Original F-35 Purchase Plan Two years ago, Canada agreed to acquire 88 F-35 jets, legally committing funds for the first 16 aircraft as part of its long-term defense strategy. The planned acquisition was set to be the largest investment in the Royal Canadian Air Force in over…

15 Mar

Mark Carney Sworn in as Canada’s Prime Minister, Unveils New Cabinet

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada, Mark Carney

Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Mark Carney has officially taken office as Canada’s 24th Prime Minister, marking the end of Justin Trudeau’s nine-year tenure. In his inaugural speech, Carney emphasized the gravity of his new role, stating, “It is a solemn duty to serve as Prime Minister at this time of great consequence.” One of Carney’s first major moves was unveiling a smaller, 24-member transition cabinet, signaling a shift in leadership while maintaining some continuity in key areas. Key Cabinet Appointments and Changes• François-Philippe Champagne is promoted to Finance Minister, replacing Chrystia Freeland.• Chrystia Freeland moves to Minister of Transport and Internal…

10 Mar

Mark Carney chosen as new Liberal Party leader and new PM of Canada

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsCanadaCanada, Mark Carney, New Prime Minister

Ottawa, March 10, 2025: In a blowout win, Liberal Party members have chosen former central bank governor Mark Carney as their new leader and the next prime minister of Canada. Carney, who does not hold a seat in the House of Commons and has never been elected, secured more than 85 per cent of the points — handily winning on the first count. He also dominated in all 343 ridings, showing he has Liberal support across the country. Walking on stage to the song Crier tout bas by Montreal artist Coeur de Pirate, Carney told a crowd of cheering supporters…