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PM Mark Carney Says Putin Afraid to Meet Zelenskyy, Reaffirms Canada’s Support for Ukraine

PM Mark Carney Says Putin Afraid to Meet Zelenskyy, Reaffirms Canada’s Support for Ukraine

Ottawa/Kyiv (Rajeev Sharma) — Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said on Tuesday that Russian President Vladimir Putin is afraid to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to discuss an end to the ongoing war.Speaking at a press conference on August 27, Carney remarked that Putin “keeps setting conditions and delaying because he fears this meeting.” He noted that Zelenskyy is prepared to hold talks with Putin “on any neutral territory,” making clear that Ukraine’s president does not expect Putin to travel to Kyiv and has no plans to visit Moscow for such a meeting.Carney stressed that continued international support for…
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Canadian PM Mark Carney Visits Ukraine, Signals Openness to Future Peacekeeping Role

Canadian PM Mark Carney Visits Ukraine, Signals Openness to Future Peacekeeping Role

Kyiv (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney made his first official visit to Ukraine, as Ottawa weighs the possibility of contributing to international peacekeeping efforts in the war-torn region. The visit coincides with Ukraine’s Independence Day, underscoring Canada's continued support for Ukrainian sovereignty amid the ongoing conflict with Russia. Carney's trip follows mounting discussions within a 30-nation coalition — led by France and the United Kingdom — exploring long-term security guarantees for Ukraine in the event of a peace agreement. While Canada has not formally committed troops, senior government sources confirmed that the country is not ruling out future participation,…
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Canada to Eliminate Tariffs on U.S. CUSMA Goods by September 1

Canada to Eliminate Tariffs on U.S. CUSMA Goods by September 1

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma) : Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Friday that Canada will scrap all tariffs on goods from the United States covered under the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) by September 1.Carney clarified that tariffs on steel, aluminum, and autos will remain in place as the Liberal government continues negotiations with Washington to define a new trading framework. Despite the ongoing trade war, he noted that 85 per cent of bilateral trade with the U.S. remains tariff-free, calling it a crucial advantage for Canadian industries and workers.“As we work to address outstanding trade issues with the U.S., it is important we…
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Prime Minister Carney Reaffirms Canada’s Support for Ukraine in High-Level Virtual Meeting

Prime Minister Carney Reaffirms Canada’s Support for Ukraine in High-Level Virtual Meeting

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney took part in a virtual session of the Coalition of the Willing today, joining Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and other international leaders to discuss security, peace, and humanitarian priorities linked to Russia’s ongoing invasion of Ukraine. The meeting followed yesterday’s high-profile discussions involving U.S. President Donald Trump, European leaders, NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg, and President Zelenskyy. Leaders highlighted Washington’s willingness to consider security guarantees for Ukraine as a significant step toward ensuring long-term stability across Europe. Speaking at the session, Prime Minister Carney reiterated Canada’s unwavering commitment to Ukraine’s sovereignty. He underscored…
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PM Carney Congratulates Poilievre on Return to Parliament

PM Carney Congratulates Poilievre on Return to Parliament

Ottawa: Prime Minister Mark Carney has congratulated Pierre Poilievre on returning to the House of Commons following his decisive victory in the Battle River–Crowfoot by-election.In a post on X, Carney wrote, “Congratulations to Pierre Poilievre on returning to the House of Commons, and gaining the honour of representing the people of Battle River Crowfoot in Parliament. Thank you as well to Darcy Spady and to everyone who took part in this by-election. Working together, Canada’s new government will keep building a stronger future for all Albertans and Canadians.”Poilievre’s landslide win restores him to Parliament after his loss earlier this year…
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PM Mark Carney Reaffirms Canada’s Commitment to Ukraine in Virtual Coalition Meeting

PM Mark Carney Reaffirms Canada’s Commitment to Ukraine in Virtual Coalition Meeting

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Prime Minister Mark Carney took part in a virtual session of the Coalition of the Willing on Sunday, joining Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and allied leaders to discuss ongoing support for Ukraine’s defense and long-term security. During the meeting, Carney and other coalition members expressed appreciation for U.S. President Donald Trump’s role in creating momentum for negotiations aimed at ending Russia’s invasion. They also welcomed Washington’s willingness to consider security guarantees as part of a wider framework to secure Ukraine’s sovereignty and stability in Europe. Carney underscored that the upcoming White House meeting between Trump, Zelenskyy, European…
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PM Mark Carney Praises US Role in Pushing for Ukraine Peace at Alaska Summit

PM Mark Carney Praises US Role in Pushing for Ukraine Peace at Alaska Summit

Ottawa/Alaska (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed strong support for U.S. leadership in efforts to end Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine, following high-level discussions at the Alaska Summit. Carney said that the firm stance taken by President Donald Trump and Washington has opened a window of opportunity to move toward halting the conflict. He emphasized that credible security assurances for Ukraine must be central to any sustainable peace plan. “President Trump’s leadership and that of the United States is helping create a path to end Russia’s unlawful war in Ukraine,” Carney stated. The Prime Minister further highlighted the…
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Canadian PM Mark Carney to Visit Mexico in September for Talks with President Sheinbaum

Canadian PM Mark Carney to Visit Mexico in September for Talks with President Sheinbaum

Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is scheduled to travel to Mexico in September for discussions with President Claudia Sheinbaum, a senior official confirmed Friday. The visit comes at a time when Canada and Mexico are working to navigate U.S. tariffs and prepare for the scheduled review of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) in 2026. Goods that qualify under the 2020 trade pact, negotiated during Donald Trump’s first term, are exempt from broad tariffs, but industry-specific duties — including a 50% tariff on steel and aluminum and a 25% tariff on automobiles — continue to affect trade flows.…
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Alberta Minister Raises Concerns Over Federal Immigration Policy and Provincial Pressures

Alberta Minister Raises Concerns Over Federal Immigration Policy and Provincial Pressures

Edmonton, August 15, 2025 – Alberta’s Minister of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration, Joseph Schow, has voiced concerns about the federal government’s handling of immigration, saying provinces are bearing the brunt of population growth without sufficient input in national target-setting.In a statement released Friday, Schow said Canada is on pace to welcome more than one million new temporary and permanent immigrants in 2025, in addition to nearly three million temporary residents already in the country. He argued that federal immigration targets are often determined without fully considering the needs of provinces, which are responsible for services such as health care,…
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PM Mark Carney Yet to Open Nepean Constituency Office, Security Requirements Delay Setup

PM Mark Carney Yet to Open Nepean Constituency Office, Security Requirements Delay Setup

Ottawa, August 15, 2025 – More than 100 days after the spring election, Prime Minister Mark Carney has yet to establish a constituency office in his Nepean riding, with his office citing ongoing efforts to secure a location that meets safety standards.“The process to confirm an office that meets all security requirements and is conveniently located and accessible for constituents is well underway,” said Emily Williams, director of media relations for the Prime Minister’s Office, in an emailed statement.Until the Nepean office is finalized, residents can seek federal services through Defence Minister David McGuinty’s office in neighbouring Ottawa South. Carney’s…
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