Mark Carney

Carney announced measures to support Canada’s steel sector: tightening quotas on foreign steel, promising reduced interprovincial rail freight rates for materials, and committing that the remission program for some steel importers will end at the end of January.

Carney downplays alarm over the tariff dispute, stressing structural progress and measured engagement with the U.S. He notes U.S. tariff burden is relatively low for most Canadian goods and says he will re-engage with President Trump when appropriate.

Carney supports developing the Port of Churchill as a supply-chain opportunity — saying it opens a 'huge host of opportunities' for energy, agriculture and critical minerals — while noting the expansion is large, ambitious and still requires further development.

Carney says his first federal budget will include a substantially larger deficit, attributing the increase to U.S. tariffs, supports for affected industries, NATO spending commitments and a federal income-tax cut, and argues those deficits will help build a much stronger Canada.

Carney expressed support for advancing the Sisson Brook tungsten mine, saying meetings with provincial leaders produced progress on that project, indicating he favors moving forward with mining projects that can benefit the national economy and critical-minerals supply.

Carney says the U.S. has adopted protectionist trade policies that raise tariffs and threaten Canadian industries; Canada must respond by correcting overreliance on the U.S. and pursuing his 'Canada Strong' plan, including new trade and energy corridors.

Mark Carney says U.S. tariff increases have turned Canada’s close economic ties with the U.S. into strategic weaknesses that must be corrected. He supports confronting these trade threats and pursuing diversification of Canada’s markets, promising regular updates on the plan.

Carney supports implementing a series of fiscal measures combining short-term relief and longer-term investments: some with immediate payoffs, many yielding benefits in years, plus major projects to fundamentally strengthen the economy and ensure benefits for all Canadians.

Carney supports a targeted, temporary suspension of the federal fuel excise tax, calling the cut a responsible, temporary measure to build a stronger, more affordable economy while maintaining sound fiscal management and helping Canadians manage financial pressures.

Mark Carney announced a temporary removal of the federal fuel excise tax until Labour Day, calling it a responsible, temporary measure to lower costs, bridge short-term affordability pressures, and support a stronger, more affordable economy with sound fiscal management.

Carney supports fast-tracking and building major transportation infrastructure—like the Contrecœur port expansion—to boost and diversify trade, increase shipping capacity, and strengthen Canada's supply-chain resilience, making the economy more independent and connected amid global uncertainty.

Mark Carney defended Finance Minister Champagne, saying the minister followed all ethics rules: he notified the ethics commissioner and recused himself from Alto-related dealings. Carney also emphasized that cabinet ministers' spouses should be able to earn a living.

Mark Carney says high fuel costs are driven by the global market and that his government is "looking at" measures to help cushion the blow for Canadians, asking what can be done to offer consumers relief, though no details were provided.

Mark Carney supports the federal Build Communities Strong Fund, announcing a multi‑billion‑dollar program to partner with provinces, territories and municipalities to fund local infrastructure—prioritizing hospitals, public transit and community centres, with provincial matching to reduce construction costs.

Mark Carney says the government is monitoring gas prices closely, weighing fiscal realities and other affordability measures, and will address whether to cut federal fuel taxes in an upcoming spring fiscal update — implying no immediate tax pause but continued assessment.

Mark Carney supports actively promoting exports to China, having set a target to increase Canadian exports to China by 50% by 2030, and advocated a diplomatic reset and 'principled pragmatism' to facilitate trade, including reduced EV tariffs.

Mark Carney supports increased defence investment, arguing that spending — particularly on dual-use technology — will produce economic dividends, but warns that rising defence expenditures may necessitate future trade-offs and require Canadians' "social licence".

Mark Carney supports allocating spending to major and local infrastructure projects, backing the Waterfront East Transit line as enabling roughly 75,000 new homes and urging governments to accelerate stalled local infrastructure to provide faster, more reliable commutes.

Mark Carney supports allocating $4.4 billion over 10 years to housing-related infrastructure to enable municipalities to cut development charges by half for three years, arguing rising municipal development fees have increased home costs, squeezed builders' margins, and stalled construction.

Mark Carney defends Canada's efforts to prevent goods made with forced labour from entering supply chains, stating Canada maintains the most rigorous engagements on the issue and treating allegations of forced labour in Chinese supply chains as a serious concern.

Mark Carney endorses the federal–Ontario HST rebate on new homes, saying it will provide roughly $2.2 billion in tax savings, catalyze housing construction with about 8,000 additional starts, support 21,000 trades jobs, and boost Ontario’s GDP by $2.7 billion.

Carney supports a federal–provincial fiscal intervention—an $8.8 billion Canada-Ontario partnership—to cut development charges and reduce building costs, aiming to expand housing supply, lower housing prices and create tens of thousands of skilled-trades jobs.

Carney states that the federal government removed the consumer carbon tax, saying its elimination reduced pump prices by about 18 cents per litre; he presents this removal as a pro-affordability action and defends the government’s approach.

Mark Carney says his government will revamp funding for Canadian athletes and will tackle the athlete-funding issue "very deliberately", indicating a commitment to prioritize changes in public spending to support athletes and sport organizations.

Mark Carney says the federal government will revamp funding for Canadian athletes, tackling it "very deliberately" over six months to broaden spending beyond elite high-performance focus toward grassroots, "playground-to-podium" support and consult organizers to "get it right."

Mark Carney supports moving forward with the Bay du Nord offshore oil project, calling it 'very attractive' and saying it will provide additional, medium-term, 'very low carbon' oil that will help stabilize global energy markets; he said Canada needn't hold oil reserves due to IEA membership.

Carney announced construction of the Mackenzie Valley Highway's first phase will begin this summer, pledged $35 billion for northern defence and infrastructure, and framed the project as ending decades of "false starts," signaling federal support and expedited advancement of northern infrastructure.

Mark Carney supports the $35-billion defence infrastructure plan, saying the Arctic facilities are central to defending Canada's territory and will enable the armed forces to deploy aircraft across remote Arctic areas, strengthening sovereignty protection.

Carney argues Canada has created over 80,000 jobs in the past six months, wages are rising and unemployment is lower than a year ago; he blames U.S. trade uncertainty for recent job losses and says his government is investing to shore up the economy and jobs.

Carney says bilateral relations require direct, private engagement with leaders—avoid public lecturing—and that Canada’s posture is vigilance and engagement, being more aggressive and cognizant of foreign interference, transnational repression and cross-border security.

Mark Carney asserts that the federal government's trade-resilience measures in response to U.S. tariffs are the most comprehensive in Canada's history, claiming they have created and protected thousands of jobs, prevented over 20,000 layoffs, and provided income supports to affected workers.

Mark Carney personally expresses a preference for working from home, noting the minimal transition from bed to computer and stating 'I prefer that,' indicating he favors remote work over commuting to a physical office.

Mark Carney said he is confident the dispute over the Gordie Howe bridge will be resolved, asserting Canada and Michigan jointly own and operate the bridge and noting the project used U.S. steel and workers, implying opposition to unilateral U.S. blocking.

Carney wants to work across parties to pass the government's legislation, downplay an immediate election, and is open to collaborating — including permitting potential amendments to the Budget Implementation Act/omnibus bill — to secure passage of federal budget-related legislation.

Mark Carney supports revising the federal hybrid work policy toward more in-office attendance, saying changes are forthcoming and that returns will vary by seniority, role and capacity — implying a differentiated minimum return-to-office expectation.

Carney announced a five-year tax credit for the country’s poorest 12 million people, endorsing immediate, targeted financial relief to help Canadians manage rising cost-of-living pressures while other measures and structural changes are pursued.

Voting Yea means supporting a statutory increase in GST/HST credit amounts and the creation of deemed-payment mechanisms to deliver larger and periodic GSTC transfers to eligible low- and modest-income individuals and families (including shared-custody parent adjustments).

Voting Yea means supporting increased federal spending/transfers to provide targeted cost-of-living relief through larger and advance GSTC payments, accepting the fiscal cost to deliver near-term support.

Carney has taken a cautious approach to the EV/net-zero transition: he paused the 2026 EV sales targets and ordered a 60-day review, citing that the Canadian auto sector was under "extreme pressure" and had "enough on their plate".

Mark Carney prioritized immediate household affordability by rolling out the Liberals’ GST credit top-up, signaling a spending preference for direct cash support to help Canadians cope with rising grocery and essential costs rather than exclusively funding longer-term housing measures.

Mark Carney negotiated a substantially lower tariff rate on Chinese-made electric vehicles during an official trip to China, indicating he supports reducing tariffs on Chinese EV imports as part of efforts to reposition Canada’s international economic relationships.

Mark Carney, as part of a joint First Ministers statement, supports a 'Team Canada' approach to counter U.S. tariffs and reaffirms commitment to double all non-U.S. exports over the next decade, backing fast-tracking projects and trade gateway investments.

Mark Carney prioritized federal spending on food security, announcing a $150-million Food Security Fund to help small- and medium-sized businesses expand greenhouses and abattoirs and strengthen supply chains, and $20 million for local food infrastructure to ease pressure on food banks.

Mark Carney supports and announced federal affordability measures to ease the cost of living, including a Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit (one-time GST boost), a 25% increase to the GST credit over four years, and funding to strengthen food supply chains and northern food security.

Mark Carney prioritized affordability and food support by directing new spending: $20 million to local food infrastructure, boosting GST rebates through the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit, and reallocating $500 million to expand food suppliers’ capacity and productivity.

Mark Carney is implementing the Canada Groceries and Essential Benefit to increase GST credits: a one-time top-up this year and a 25% boost over five years, raising annual GST rebate amounts for low- and modest-income families and individuals.

Carney says President Trump's tariff threats are negotiating positioning by a strong negotiator and should be viewed in that broader context; he also says he expects the mandatory CUSMA review to be "robust," indicating anticipation of a tough review process.

Mark Carney supports expanding the GST credit, rebranding it as the 'Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit,' increasing quarterly GST payments by 25% over five years and issuing a one-time top-up to provide immediate relief to 12 million low-income Canadians.

Carney says he is focused on getting the remaining elements of the Budget Implementation Act passed — including the tax cut for twenty two million Canadians and extending the National School Food Program — prioritizing delivering budget measures over a snap election.

Carney has traveled globally to spur exports and attract investment from new sources amid deep uncertainty in Canada’s trading relationship with the United States, and in a speech urged other middle powers to join Canada in building a new international order.

Mark Carney has insisted Canada is not seeking a free-trade deal with China and stated that a CUSMA clause is designed to prevent member countries from entering free-trade agreements with non-market economies such as China.

Mark Carney is actively promoting export growth: he seeks to double Canada's non-U.S. exports over the next decade by securing new trade links and investment, traveling internationally and pursuing trade talks (including Mercosur and visits to India, France, China, Qatar and Switzerland).

Mark Carney warned that a country that cannot feed, fuel or defend itself has few options, signaling concern about domestic food and energy security and their implications for citizens’ ability to afford basic necessities.

In a speech at the World Economic Forum, Mark Carney urged middle powers to band together to resist economic coercion by powerful states, advocating coordinated international responses to coercive trade tactics and protectionist pressure.

As Prime Minister, Mark Carney announced a trade deal with China allowing nearly 50,000 Chinese-made electric vehicles into Canada annually in exchange for greatly easing tariffs on Canadian agricultural products, indicating he supports that negotiated exchange.

Mark Carney described the agreement with China—allowing Chinese electric vehicles into the Canadian market in exchange for reduced canola duties—as a 'preliminary but landmark' deal, indicating he views it as an important initial yet significant step in trade negotiations.

Mark Carney agreed to substantially reduce import tariffs, allowing 49,000 Chinese-made electric vehicles into Canada annually by lowering tariffs in exchange for China softening its agricultural duties. This action indicates support for tariff reductions on Chinese EVs as part of a trade deal.

Carney supports negotiating reciprocal trade agreements to lower tariffs and secure market access, evidenced by personally clinching a deal with China to reduce agricultural tariffs in exchange for Chinese electric-vehicle market access to unlock Canadian agricultural exports.

Carney opposes using tariffs as geopolitical leverage, asserting Canada "stands firmly" with Greenland and that Canada "strongly opposes tariffs over Greenland," warning great powers have begun using economic integration as weapons.

Mark Carney, as prime minister, proposed in his first budget to shrink the federal public service by 16,000 full‑time equivalent positions over three years (reducing the workforce to 333,000 by 2029), signaling a policy of reducing public‑sector employment rather than expanding job creation.

Mark Carney supports allowing Chinese electric vehicles into Canada under a controlled quota and reduced tariff, framing the agreement he signed as an opportunity for Ontario and autoworkers, enabling Chinese firms to partner with Canadian companies and potentially produce affordable EVs domestically.

Mark Carney announced and endorsed a bilateral trade deal with China that removes anti-discrimination tariffs on Canadian seafood in exchange for allowing 49,000 Chinese electric vehicles into Canada annually, framing it as progress in resetting and recalibrating trade relations.

Carney supports diversifying Canada’s trade relationships away from reliance on a single partner, forging new international partnerships to build a competitive, sustainable and independent economy that is stronger and more resilient to global shocks.

Mark Carney announced a GST rebate for first-time home buyers, signaling support for federal measures to reduce costs for new homebuyers as part of housing policy. The proposed bill for the rebate, however, was not passed.

Carney said the federal government will produce a return-to-office plan, 'engaging with the public sector unions on the modalities,' and indicated required in-office time will depend on individual roles and seniority, with details to be released 'over the course of the next several weeks.'

Mark Carney is actively promoting Canadian oil and gas exports by speeding up development of major oil and gas projects and reaching a memorandum of understanding to build a pipeline from Alberta to Canada’s West Coast to access markets beyond the United States.

Mark Carney announced a Buy Canadian procurement policy and explicitly stated he would “restrict and reduce foreign steel imports entering the Canadian market.” He supports limiting certain imports and prioritizing domestically produced materials for federal projects.

Mark Carney prioritizes federal spending on affordable housing and community supports, announcing $400 million to build up to 3,000 partly or fully affordable units and a $1.2 million investment in a substance-abuse pilot, with fee cuts and Canadian materials emphasized.

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Carney says his government will engage public sector unions to finalize updated return-to-office rules, expects varying return levels by seniority, role and capacity, and emphasizes that offices and workspaces are necessary for public servants to perform effectively.

Mark Carney proposed a 'middle-class tax cut' to lower the federal lowest income tax rate from 15% to 14%, applying a full-year 14.5% for 2025 and 14% for 2026 and future tax years to reduce the tax burden on lowest earners.

By signing a memorandum of understanding with Alberta, Prime Minister Mark Carney committed the federal government to extend tax credits for large-scale CCUS projects, explicitly allowing enhanced oil recovery to be eligible to attract domestic and foreign capital.

Carney supports protective measures for Canadian steel: he announced limiting low-tariff foreign steel imports to boost domestic demand and pledged steps to make Canadian steel easier to purchase, including a 50% cut to interprovincial freight rates starting in spring.

Mark Carney signaled support for deepening economic ties with the United Arab Emirates by signing an investment-protection agreement and launching negotiations for a full trade deal aimed at an eventual comprehensive economic partnership between Canada and the U.A.E.

Mark Carney supported and secured passage of his first federal budget in the House of Commons, narrowly winning 170–168 with assistance from abstentions; he advanced and obtained approval for the budget despite a tight, precarious vote.

Mark Carney, as Prime Minister, authored and presented his first federal budget, advocating for its passage. He committed in question period to meeting Canada’s emissions-reduction targets and protecting nature, and framed the budget as a confidence measure to avoid an election.

Mark Carney supports separating capital and day-to-day spending reporting to clarify borrowing for investment versus operations, and he has promised to balance the government's day-to-day (operational) spending for programs and transfers within three years.

Carney supports federal designation and backing for major domestic projects that strengthen Canada’s autonomy, diversify the economy, involve Indigenous partners, align with climate goals, and deliver economic returns—indicating support for securing domestic supply chains.

Mark Carney rebuffed PBO Jason Jacques' criticism, defending the government's fiscal plans and asserting that the Liberals still retain fiscal anchors, rejecting claims Ottawa's spending pace is 'stupefying,' 'shocking' and 'unsustainable.'

Mark Carney defends the federal budget, asserting it was crafted to include measures championed by opposition MPs and reflects varying degrees of input from other parties — concessions he says will become apparent and may persuade MPs to support or abstain to pass it.

Mark Carney defended and promoted the federal budget as a bold, necessary response to global economic disruption, arguing its measures will attract up to $1 trillion in investment over five years, offset tariff impacts and deliver big, fast results for Canadians.

Mark Carney's budget prioritizes increased spending on 'nation-building' infrastructure, clean energy, innovation and productivity while reducing day-to-day operating spending, and advances specific resource projects in B.C. (LNG Canada Phase 2 and Red Chris mine expansion).

Mark Carney supports a federal budget that accelerates infrastructure and housing projects, advocating rapid delivery of major projects through his Major Projects Office and endorsing large-scale investments to spur construction, job creation and business development.

Mark Carney prioritizes federal spending on AI and quantum technology, using his first budget to allocate over $1 billion across five years — including about $925.6 million for sovereign AI infrastructure and $334.3 million for quantum — to embed AI in government and protect domestic data.

Mark Carney pledged generational investments in Canada's economy and infrastructure, emphasizing these would be transformative for growth and modernization, but stressed Canadians should expect and accept difficult choices — including 'challenges' and 'sacrifices' — arising from the federal budget.

Mark Carney said quotas were one possible way to resolve the U.S.-Canada softwood lumber dispute, indicating he supported considering quota arrangements as a viable option to manage market share and reduce tariff-related trade tensions.

Mark Carney says his first federal budget will require "sacrifices" while funding "generational investments"; he aims to balance the operational budget within three years, separate operational and capital spending, and would defend the budget in an election if necessary.

Mark Carney signalled he’s prepared to fight an election over the budget, said he’s 100 per cent confident this is the right budget for the country at this moment, and described it as a critical moment in the global economy.

Carney favors reducing spending and cutting waste to lower the budget deficit, prioritizing targeted investment over broad outlays; he calls for "spend less" to "invest more," accepting "tough choices" and "sacrifices" to restore fiscal balance.

Mark Carney apologized for the Ontario government's anti-tariff ad, saying it "is not something I would have done." He confirmed he saw the ad beforehand and told Ontario Premier Doug Ford he didn’t think airing it was a good idea.

Carney supports and will defend his upcoming federal budget, calling it the right budget and promising "generational investments" in the economy and infrastructure, restructuring federal finances, balancing the operating account within three years, increasing defence spending and seeking program reductions.

Mark Carney says the upcoming budget will balance the operating deficit within three years by reducing wasteful government spending and doing more with less, acknowledging some programs will be reduced so priorities can be funded to build a stronger Canada.

Carney urges de-escalation and negotiation in trade disputes: Canada is ready to resume talks with the U.S. when they are, will seek other trading partners meanwhile, and emphasizes the importance of reliable partners who honour their commitments.

Carney said Canadian officials have been engaged in 'constructive' negotiations with U.S. counterparts and that Canada 'stands ready to pick up on that progress and build on that progress when the Americans are ready to have those discussions,' indicating willingness to resume talks rather than escalate trade disputes.

Mark Carney says the upcoming federal budget will require Canadians to accept sacrifices and a multi-year transformation to build a stronger economy; it will prioritize doubling non‑U.S. exports, a climate competitiveness strategy, new immigration and talent‑attraction plans.

Mark Carney says his government will be held accountable by Canadians for their experience of the cost of living — specifically grocery, electricity and housing costs — indicating he acknowledges cost-of-living outcomes as a key measure of his government's performance.

Mark Carney says U.S. tariffs are to blame for Stellantis's decision to move Jeep Compass production to the United States, attributing the automaker's move away from Brampton, Ontario, to American tariff policies.

Mark Carney opposes imposing additional retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods now, favoring negotiations and diplomacy. He says it's time to talk rather than 'hit back,' and previously dropped most retaliatory tariffs to jumpstart bilateral talks.

Mark Carney pledged $1.25 billion in support for Canada's softwood lumber sector, indicating he favors government financial assistance to help domestic producers withstand U.S. tariffs and trade disputes that have harmed the industry.

Mark Carney announced and supports an automated tax-filing program starting in the 2026 tax year to help up to five-and-a-half million lower-income Canadians who don't file their taxes, saying many lack the resources or think their income is too low.

Mark Carney says Canada and the U.S. are actively negotiating terms and working on the modalities of an auto agreement; he expresses confidence these negotiations, including solutions for forestry tariffs, will leave Canada coming out ahead.

Mark Carney supports shifting the federal budget cycle to the fall and implementing a capital-budgeting framework that separates operational spending from capital investments, fulfilling his campaign promise to enable better-timed, more transparent fiscal decisions while reporting one overall deficit.

Carney rescinded a tax on big U.S. technology firms and dropped retaliatory tariffs to try to advance talks, indicating he favors conciliatory, negotiation-focused measures rather than retaliation to resolve Canada–U.S. trade disputes.

Mark Carney states that his first budget will include a substantial deficit, explicitly saying the deficit will be "bigger than it was last year," indicating acceptance of a larger short-term deficit in the upcoming budget.

Mark Carney has stated that the upcoming federal budget deficit will be larger than last year's, indicating he expects an increased shortfall and that the government will likely require support from other parties to pass the budget.

Mark Carney prioritizes federal spending on affordable housing, earmarking $13 billion to create a Build Canada Homes agency to fund 4,000 modular homes across initial sites, aiming to fight homelessness and provide deeply affordable transitional and supportive housing for low-income people.

Mark Carney announced the creation of the Build Canada Homes agency to oversee construction of 4,000 homes on six initially chosen federally owned sites (Ottawa, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto, Longueuil, Dartmouth), prioritizing those locations, none of which are in B.C.

Mark Carney argues U.S. tariffs represent a profound "rupture" — a new age of economic nationalism and mercantilism — requiring national mobilization and government measures (nation-building infrastructure and support) for industries hit by American trade actions.

Mark Carney says fast-tracked resource projects must bolster Canada's autonomy, resilience and security and deliver clear benefits for Canadians, indicating support for strengthening domestic supply chains for critical minerals like copper to reduce foreign dependence.

Mark Carney announced the federal government will fast-track select nation-building projects — including an LNG expansion in B.C., port upgrades and a copper mine — arguing proponents have done consultations and met standards but need a federal "extra nudge" to finish them.

Carney supports accelerating approval and expansion of national projects including fossil-fuel infrastructure (notably LNG Canada Phase 2 and a mine), stating he wants to fast-track 'projects of national interest' and cut approval timelines to a maximum of two years.

Mark Carney has called for new fiscal discipline in the federal budget, signalling he wants reductions in government expenses and that tough choices are necessary now to achieve savings and a better future.

By announcing five nation-building projects — including a terminal container expansion at the Port of Montreal and energy and resource infrastructure — Mark Carney signaled federal support for investing in ports, pipelines and trade-corridor upgrades to strengthen Canada's supply chains.

Carney prioritizes federal spending and active support for rapid approval and advancement of major nation-building infrastructure projects (LNG, Port of Montreal, critical minerals, sovereign cloud), pushing to reduce red tape and accelerate large-scale investment to boost growth and jobs.

Mark Carney is noncommittal but open to new oil and gas pipelines: he says the government will select a few major projects (possibly pipelines), stresses the need for provincial consensus, and requires private developer involvement for projects to proceed.

Mark Carney announced trade-related measures — including a $370-million production incentive for the canola sector — signaling he supports federal financial assistance to mitigate the economic impact of Chinese retaliatory tariffs and address effects on producers.

Mark Carney has announced government intervention to offset China's canola tariffs: a $370 million incentive package, temporarily raising interest-free producer advances to $500,000, and increasing funding to diversify export markets, supporting financial aid and market diversification.

He has promised the federal government will 'spend less and invest more', instructing ministers and departments to find 'ambitious savings' and cut regulations to shift spending away from routine outlays toward targeted investments.

Carney supports federal intervention to protect Canadian businesses from U.S. tariffs by providing targeted tariff-relief funding, strengthening supply chains, promoting market diversification and a 'buy Canadian' approach, funded by cutting 'unnecessary federal spending' to free resources for investment.

Carney says Canada must act now to transform its economy to withstand U.S. trade shocks and tariffs, supporting affected workers and businesses through investments, reskilling, policy changes and programs to move from reliance to resilience.

Carney says he is pursuing continued diplomatic engagement with the U.S. to try to get tariffs on strategic sectors like steel and aluminum lifted, but cautions that immediate removal is unlikely and that discussions will continue rather than expect a quick fix.

Mark Carney indicated the federal government will release a list of federally approved major projects that includes port expansions, notably the Port of Churchill focused on LNG exports, signaling support for approving infrastructure to enable Canadian LNG exportation.

Mark Carney announced he would drop retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods covered by the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement while keeping counter-tariffs on steel, aluminum and automobiles, saying negotiations require a different tack.

Mark Carney said the government will begin formally announcing new investments in port infrastructure within two weeks, indicating support for expanding logistical capacity to facilitate and promote exports by investing in ports and related infrastructure.

Carney supports scrapping some retaliatory tariffs now that Canada has signalled its point; he says tariffs were used to protect Canadian workers and to incentivize a negotiated settlement, and that it's time to 'stickhandle' and pursue negotiated outcomes.

Mark Carney announced the government will lift retaliatory tariffs on most U.S. imports by Sept. 1 to bolster negotiations, while explicitly keeping tariffs on steel, aluminum and autos in place as talks with the United States continue.

Mark Carney announced removing Canada's retaliatory tariffs to 'match' U.S. exemptions under CUSMA, describing the move as a tactical decision in a larger trade 'big game'—a strategic, timing-based concession rather than an admission of weakness.

Carney says regional job losses are concentrated in Western Canada (Alberta and Saskatchewan) with expected pressure in manufacturing; he states the federal government is taking action in steel and lumber and will intervene in autos and other areas to address job losses.

Mark Carney unveiled a $1.2 billion aid package for the Canadian softwood lumber industry while visiting B.C., indicating he supports government financial assistance to protect the industry and respond to U.S. countervailing duties affecting Canadian producers.

Carney says Canada will use tariffs selectively to maximize pressure on the United States while minimizing domestic harm, will not automatically retaliate, and is open to removing tariffs when that would better support Canadian industries and have the best impact in Canada.

By ordering cuts to both commercial and passenger ferry rates in Atlantic Canada and Quebec, Mark Carney signalled support for lowering transportation costs on interprovincial ferry routes, indicating a policy preference to reduce fees for freight and passenger transport.

Carney supports using government funds (about $100 million annually) to cut Confederation Bridge tolls and federally supported ferry fares, arguing that lowering travel costs will pump money back into the economy and make travel more affordable for people and businesses.

Carney said he was disappointed by the U.S. tariff increase, reaffirmed Canada's commitment to the CUSMA free-trade agreement, noted U.S. duties heavily impact sectors like lumber and autos, and said Canada will act to protect jobs, boost competitiveness, buy Canadian and diversify exports.

Voting Yea means supporting legal protection for Canada's supply management import controls — preventing increases in tariff rate quotas or reductions in over‑quota tariffs for dairy, poultry and eggs to preserve domestic producer protection.

Carney has rolled back major regulatory measures (suspending the carbon tax, pausing EV mandates and the oil-and-gas emissions cap) while asserting commitment to curb climate change, prioritizing effective outcomes over regulations and warning current policy won't meet 2030 targets.

Mark Carney has rolled back major climate measures—cutting the consumer carbon tax, pausing the electric-vehicle mandate, backing additional LNG exports and potentially supporting a new bitumen pipeline—signalling he deprioritizes aggressive emissions reductions and is unlikely to meet the 2030 target.

Carney is pushing to fast-track multibillion-dollar energy and natural-resources projects via the federal Major Projects Office, having referred projects he deems of 'national importance' or 'national significance,' while cautioning that referral 'does not mean the project is approved'.

Mark Carney strongly supports a Toronto–Quebec City high-speed rail as sustainable transportation, saying it is more cost-effective and sustainable, will connect communities, speed travel, create over 50,000 jobs and generate more than $35 billion in economic benefit.

Carney, who signed the memorandum of understanding with Alberta, supports the MOU’s requirement that Alberta agree to a carbon price by April 1. He said negotiations are unlikely to meet that deadline but described talks as constructive and ongoing.

Mark Carney supports creating and funding new protected areas—national parks and marine conservation zones—to meet Canada’s 30-by-2030 target, announcing $3.8 billion, pursuing private capital, establishing immediate sites, and allowing some mixed-use conservation measures.

Carney supports the 'one project, one review' model to simplify federal and provincial environmental approvals, relying on close cooperation with Nova Scotia to avoid duplicating processes, shorten review times and accelerate major infrastructure and resource project development.

Mark Carney supports partnering with Alberta through a methane equivalency agreement to reduce methane emissions, stating such cooperation will cut emissions while protecting Canadian jobs and help build a more competitive and resilient energy sector.

Mark Carney supports the Ottawa–Alberta agreement shifting major-project approvals toward Alberta’s processes to speed delivery, calling it the next phase and endorsing building projects faster to create a stronger, more sustainable, more independent economy.

Carney favors replacing EV sales mandates with purchase incentives and higher fuel-efficiency standards, expecting EVs to reach 75% of new-car sales by 2035 without a mandate. He has removed the carbon tax and frames Canada as focused on climate results and solutions.

Mark Carney advocates transitioning the auto industry toward electrification, saying the sector's future is 'increasingly electric and connected' and urging development of the entire value chain for next-generation vehicles to remain competitive and realize Canada's potential.

By signing a memorandum of understanding with Alberta, Carney agreed to conditions enabling a new Pacific-bound oil pipeline — including not implementing an oil-and-gas emissions cap, suspending clean electricity regulations, and potentially exempting the tanker ban — conditional on Alberta adopting an industrial carbon price with a $130/tonne floor by April 2026.

Mark Carney says Ottawa's memorandum with Alberta frames the pipeline's purpose as delivering oil to Asian markets without prescribing a route; he says work is underway to explore feasibility of various routes, considering Indigenous support and technical and economic factors.

By signing the memorandum of understanding with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, Prime Minister Mark Carney effectively endorsed including the proposed West Coast pipeline as a key element of federal-provincial cooperation, signaling support for advancing the pipeline project through the MOU framework.

Carney emphasizes collaborative engagement with First Nations over development in disputed territories, calling for dialogue on how projects are built — recognizing First Nations‑led initiatives, development opportunities, and the imperative of conservation while discussing pipeline and coastal projects.

Mark Carney paused the Electric Vehicle Availability Standard (EVAS) for 2026 pending a 60-day review, stating the auto sector faces "extreme pressure" from U.S. tariffs and signaling a temporary reassessment of EV sales mandates.

Mark Carney, through his major projects office, favors a streamlined regulatory review process for major energy projects targeting completion within two years, indicating his preference for faster approvals of infrastructure projects via his government’s expedited review office.

Mark Carney, as Prime Minister, signed a sweeping energy accord with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith in which support for constructing the bitumen pipeline to the northwest B.C. coast was a centrepiece, indicating his governmental backing for the project.

Carney asserts Canadian oil is competitive and will remain so medium and long term because it is low-risk, lower-cost, and lower-carbon due to carbon-capture (Pathways). He supports diversifying export markets and pursuing pipeline development.

Carney says Canada is unlikely to meet its 2030 emissions targets under the previous climate plan, criticizing excess regulation over action. He calls for immediate, practical measures — including carbon capture, nuclear and infrastructure investment — to actually reduce emissions.

Mark Carney supports streamlining environmental assessments by deferring federal reviews to Ontario’s process and signed an agreement to speed major infrastructure projects, saying this will 'build major projects faster,' strengthen industries, create high-paying jobs, and build 'Canada Strong.'

Mark Carney supports the comprehensive memorandum of understanding he brokered with Alberta, which includes pipelines and broader energy-infrastructure measures, and he challenged Poilievre to table the entire MOU for a Commons vote rather than a piecemeal, pipeline-only motion.

Mark Carney, as Prime Minister, scrapped the consumer carbon tax, demonstrating opposition to consumer-facing carbon pricing and removing that policy instrument from government climate policy. This action indicates he rejects a consumer carbon levy in favor of other approaches.

By signing the memorandum of understanding with Alberta, Mark Carney endorses using carbon pricing—specifically raising carbon credit prices within Alberta’s TIER system—as a central tool to help meet power-sector emissions targets and achieve net-zero electricity by 2050.

Mark Carney supports the memorandum that suspends the proposed federal oil and gas emissions cap and lifts Clean Electricity Regulations to facilitate a pipeline; he endorsed the deal (calling it cooperative federalism) and previously suspended the consumer carbon tax as prime minister.

Mark Carney has said Canada must approve major projects more quickly in response to economic uncertainty from deteriorating U.S. trade ties, indicating support for faster, streamlined environmental assessments and fewer procedural hurdles for approvals.

Mark Carney agreed to a memorandum of understanding that conditions federal carve-outs on Alberta adopting a stricter industrial carbon pricing regime — he supports requiring stronger carbon pricing for large emitters and would suspend some federal regulations if Alberta complies.

Mark Carney said the North Coast Transmission Line and other major energy projects will be reviewed for fast-track permitting and approval, indicating he supports expedited permitting to accelerate construction and enable industrial development.

Mark Carney announced and recommended fast-tracking seven nation-building projects, including the Inuit-owned Iqaluit hydro clean-energy project — signalling his support for accelerating approval and federal backing of renewable hydro infrastructure in Nunavut.

Carney supports fast-tracking selected major energy and infrastructure projects, urges Alberta to invest so its oil and gas sector is 'in a position for the energy future,' and stresses the future of energy must be low-risk, low-cost and low-carbon with reduced emissions intensity.

Mark Carney supports using his recently unveiled budget and a funded Major Projects Office (roughly $214 million) to fast‑track and routinely add major resource and infrastructure projects as fiscal stimulus to quickly shore up and turbocharge Canada's economy.

Mark Carney proposed dredging Burrard Inlet to deepen navigation channels and enhance port capacity, advocating infrastructure investments (airports, railways, ports) to improve access to overseas markets and strengthen national supply chains.

Mark Carney is shifting away from Trudeau-era net-zero measures, endorsing a "climate competitiveness strategy" while rolling back policies aimed at reducing emissions—ending the consumer carbon tax and pushing back the electric-vehicle sales mandate.

Carney’s budget doubles down on an industrial carbon-pricing system, commits to make carbon pricing more consistent nationwide and to provide price certainty beyond 2030, while suspending the consumer carbon tax and easing EV manufacturing regulations.

Mark Carney has moved away from Trudeau-era net-zero measures — ending the consumer carbon tax, pushing back the electric-vehicle sales mandate and dropping the two-billion-tree goal — and says the budget will prioritize a "climate competitiveness strategy" over mandates.

Mark Carney strongly supports building small modular reactors: he added the Darlington New Nuclear Project to the national-interest fast-track, announced federal funding through the Canada Growth Fund, and called the project a generational investment in clean energy.

Mark Carney supports streamlining federal approval processes to accelerate major projects — endorsing faster, centralized reviews and shorter approval timelines to get projects built more quickly, implying a preference for expedited environmental and regulatory assessments.

Mark Carney stated that the federal government (Ottawa) was prepared to work with Nova Scotia to accelerate and support its Wind West offshore wind project, signaling federal willingness to collaborate to ramp up ambitious offshore wind development plans.

Mark Carney, as Prime Minister, indicated Wind West could be designated a project of national interest and designated five projects while noting six others were still in the running but needed more work — signaling conditional federal support for offshore wind development.

Mark Carney asserts that certain domestic oil developments can be comparatively low-carbon — calling Bay du Nord 'one of the lowest-carbon new oil fields' — and frames some conventional oil and gas projects as the country's 'lowest-carbon' opportunities, contingent on development methods.

Mark Carney supports fast-tracking major infrastructure projects through the Major Projects Office established by his One Canadian Economy Act (Bill C-5). He highlights the Port of Montreal expansion’s economic benefits and has advanced legislation to expedite such projects, potentially reducing environmental review delays.

Mark Carney said it is "highly, highly likely" that a new oil-pipeline proposal will be included on Ottawa's initial list of nation-building projects, indicating he expects the federal Major Projects Office to consider such energy infrastructure.

Mark Carney paused the electric-vehicle (ZEV) mandate, ordered a 60-day review and waived the 2026 requirement, saying the move relieves automakers facing U.S. policy pressure and is part of a broader review of the government's climate measures.

Mark Carney cancelled the federal consumer carbon price after being sworn in, signaling opposition to that consumer-facing carbon-pricing policy; the article also notes he had once supported such a price earlier in his career, but his action shows he no longer backs it.

Carney supports accelerating approvals for major infrastructure through Bill C-5, centralizing project review in a Major Projects Office, shortening approval timelines, and enabling the federal cabinet to approve projects upfront and override federal environmental reviews and permitting processes.

Mark Carney supports a 'build-Canada' energy-infrastructure agenda: he favors expedited regulatory approval for projects of national interest under Bill C-5 and emphasizes domestic demand and energy sovereignty, stating, 'Canadians will be our own best customer.'

Carney agreed to resolve a bilateral tariff dispute affecting levies on Canadian agricultural goods and retaliatory EV tariffs, and he excluded sectors he deemed national-security sensitive (artificial intelligence, critical minerals, defence) from areas of collaboration.

Carney warns the rules-based international order is fading and argues that middle powers like Canada are not powerless; they should build a new rules-based order that upholds human rights, sustainable development, solidarity, sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Carney says the rules-based international order is eroding, but middle powers like Canada are not powerless; they should actively build a new international order grounded in human rights, sustainable development, solidarity, sovereignty and territorial integrity.

Carney says Canada should provide direct cash and in-kind aid to Palestinians in Gaza, insisting on unimpeded humanitarian aid flows at scale as a precondition for moving forward, and that funds be used to have maximum impact.

Carney advocates strengthening bilateral relations with Qatar by securing significant strategic investments to accelerate infrastructure, 'supercharge' energy industries, create Canadian jobs, expand people-to-people cultural ties (including direct flights), finalize an investment agreement, and deepen defence cooperation.

Carney downplays expectations for progress now, stressing that what matters are substantive negotiations when they re-engage; talks are currently on hold, so he will reserve comment and speak with President Trump again when negotiations resume and it matters.

Mark Carney ordered a review of the $27.7 billion F-35 purchase shortly after taking office and said a decision on whether to proceed with the full purchase or pursue alternatives would be made by late summer.

Mark Carney publicly committed to removing Canadian counter-tariffs on U.S. goods that are 'specifically covered under CUSMA,' indicating Canada would lift retaliatory tariffs only for products falling within the Canada–U.S.–Mexico Agreement's coverage.

Carney denounced Israel’s plan to occupy Gaza City as wrong, saying it would worsen the humanitarian situation and endanger hostages. He called for an immediate ceasefire, demanded Hamas return the hostages, and said Hamas must have no role in governance.

Carney insists CUSMA renewal must be negotiated comprehensively, not dictated by the U.S.; Canada has submitted counter-proposals and expects U.S. concessions. Talks may take longer as parties work toward a mutually successful, negotiated outcome.

Mark Carney calls for the ceasefire to explicitly include Lebanon immediately, urges Hezbollah be brought under control, and says Canada will use its offices and influence to support ceasefire efforts while indicating Canada would not sanction Israel.

Carney says Canada remains a strong NATO member committed to Arctic security, citing two-percent spending as proof. He emphasizes protecting Canadians and working with subsets of NATO allies (Nordics, U.K., Netherlands, Germany) to defend the Arctic regardless of NATO’s future evolution.

Carney opposes imposing sanctions on Israel at this delicate time, preferring Canada use its offices and influence to support a ceasefire that must include Lebanon; he also said Hezbollah needs to be brought under control and signed a leaders' ceasefire statement.

Asked for Canada's response, Prime Minister Mark Carney condemned Israel’s incursion into Lebanon, calling it 'an illegal invasion' and 'a violation of their territorial sovereignty,' and explicitly stated that Canada condemns the invasion.

Mark Carney stated that Canada expects all parties in any conflict to respect international law and rules of engagement, explicitly forbidding targeting civilians or civilian infrastructure and emphasizing adherence to legal norms rather than attacking non-combatants.

Carney says Canada expects allied governments to consult and coordinate before military actions, criticized the lack of consultation, and urges that bilateral actions comply with international law and human rights, calling for restraint and adherence to obligations rather than unilateral strikes.

Mark Carney praised Stephen Lewis as 'a renowned global champion for human rights and multilateralism,' indicating Carney supports multilateralism and international organizations as vital instruments for international cooperation to advance human rights and global justice.

Mark Carney pledged to allocate $1 billion for defence infrastructure at the 5th Canadian Division Support Base Gagetown, funding new air-defence systems and long-lasting training infrastructure described as "built to last the next century," and to support increased military personnel.

Mark Carney supports substantial defence infrastructure investment in Nova Scotia and the Atlantic region, announcing over $2 billion to modernize docks and facilities, build hangars and drone infrastructure, expand training capacity, and purchase sites and housing to support the Armed Forces.

Mark Carney praises Canada’s 2025 defence spending increase, describing it as the 'single largest year-on-year increase in defence investment in generations,' signaling his support for the government’s substantial boost in military investment to meet NATO commitments.

Mark Carney supports substantial increases in military spending, announcing over $1 billion for CFB Gagetown and backing Canada’s $63+ billion defence budget to meet NATO's 2% GDP target, prioritizing training infrastructure, ground-based air defence, and improved transition centres for personnel.

Carney says Canada could join NATO efforts to restore vessel movements through the Strait of Hormuz if there is a ceasefire, and he defends limited, non-real-time disclosure of troop movements to protect the safety of Canadian Armed Forces during the war.

Mark Carney says an 'age of majority' for social media is being considered in online-harms legislation but he has not decided whether to follow Australia's approach; he calls for an open, considered debate and wants more evidence on how such bans work.

Mark Carney said Canada has no intention of acquiring its own nuclear deterrent and cautiously praised President Macron's proposal to extend France's nuclear umbrella, calling it commendable from a NATO and European security perspective while noting it does not directly affect Canada.

Mark Carney endorsed an allied statement offering to help reopen the Strait of Hormuz and previously said he supported the U.S. bombing campaign "with regret", acknowledging the strikes likely violate international law.

Carney states territorial sovereignty must be upheld and that Canada and allies should defend Denmark and Greenland through shared defence, economic cooperation, and solidarity—committing to back them "with measures as necessary" to strengthen Arctic security.

Carney supports continued Canadian oil and gas production and exports, presenting them as 'low-risk, low-cost, and increasingly low-carbon.' He endorses contributing to global supply during crises and backs projects like Bay du Nord.

Mark Carney endorses NATO’s collective-defense posture in the Arctic, praising joint exercises to strengthen allied capabilities. He says allies are "prepared, individually and collectively, to defend the Arctic" and that the drills build capabilities "against Russia, against any external threat."

Mark Carney said Canada will maintain sanctions on Russia, including measures targeting the 'shadow fleet' of oil transports, citing close Russia–Iran cooperation as a threat to Ukraine and European security; he also imposed new sanctions on 100 vessels recently.

Carney said he does not expect the submarine procurement bid to be discussed with allied leaders, explaining the process is at a stage where final bids have already been submitted, and that the government will proceed through the established procurement process.

Mark Carney said Canadian forces in the region are "all safe and sound" and asserted Canada is not participating in offensive actions by the U.S. or Israel, and that it will not engage in those offensive operations.

Carney says Canada will not join U.S. or Israeli military action against Iran, supports preventing Iran’s nuclear program and export of terrorism, and has consulted G7 leaders to pursue a common, de‑escalatory diplomatic stance.

Mark Carney condemned the shooting at the U.S. consulate as a "reprehensible act of violence and attempt at intimidation," expressing relief that no one was injured and denouncing the attack on a diplomatic mission.

Carney initially expressed support for U.S. and Israeli airstrikes (albeit 'with regret'), later said they likely violate international law and urged a diplomatic end, while saying he could not 'categorically rule out participation' if allies request Canadian involvement.

Mark Carney expressed support for the U.S.-Israeli airstrikes on Iran during a news conference in Australia, said the strikes likely violate international law, and stated he supported the mission 'with regret.'

Mark Carney says Canada’s old, integration-based relationship with the United States is over; while affirming the U.S. remains an ally and "our most important security ally," he argues the prior deep economic integration has ended.

Mark Carney advocates deepening Canada–EU ties to reduce reliance on the United States, promoting Europe as a primary market and partner; he supports closer partnership and integration with the EU but explicitly says Canada will not seek EU membership.

Mark Carney says satellite communications are essential for security and strategic autonomy; he supports launching a Canadian-based LEO satellite constellation next year and working with like-minded partners to build a resilient, domestically controllable global communications system.

Mark Carney says Canada currently has no plans to join the U.S.-led military campaign in Iran but would not categorically rule out deploying forces if allied partners requested assistance; he also initially supported the strikes but later expressed 'regret.'

Carney says CUSMA has been 'effectively broken in the short-term by U.S. actions,' that certain CUSMA protocols weren’t followed when the United States imposed tariffs, and that this year’s review must 're-establish the trust' for trade.

Carney advocates a middle-power approach that resists unilateral military action and avoids direct involvement in foreign offensives. He emphasizes deliberate decision‑making in conflicts, publicly stating choices must be made and opting not to join the fray.

Mark Carney says Canada's free trade pact with the United States has been "effectively has been broken in the short-term by U.S. actions," criticizes U.S. tariffs and protocol breaches under CUSMA, and urges the CUSMA review to "re-establish the trust" for bilateral trade.

Mark Carney advocates stronger Canada–Australia bilateral relations in which both middle powers leverage mutual trust to convene coalitions, deepen cooperation on critical minerals, and modernize tax and investment treaties to act quickly and shape international outcomes.

Carney's approach to bilateral relations with the U.S. under President Trump is to engage respectfully but firmly — 'respect but not obsequiousness' — choose words carefully in public, and rely on candid private dialogue to work through issues.

Carney urges middle powers to convene, shape trade rules and build coalitions; he is leading efforts to bring the EU into partnership with the CPTPP, arguing such linkage would create a 1.5‑billion‑person trading bloc.

Carney supports negotiating and signing a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (a free-trade deal) with India by December to diversify Canada's trade, reduce dependence on the United States, and secure relief for Canadian exports from high Indian tariffs.

Mark Carney publicly supports U.S. actions to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon and to stop threats to international security, while insisting Canada will not be part of the military buildup or planning — endorsing strikes but not Canadian deployment.

He said Canada is not participating militarily and that the federal government was "not party to the military buildup or planning." He also stated support for U.S. actions to destroy Iran's nuclear program.

Mark Carney supports negotiating an ambitious, comprehensive economic partnership with India — effectively a full free trade agreement. He is pursuing final-stage free trade negotiations, aiming to finalize a comprehensive deal by year’s end and prioritizes deeper economic ties.

Mark Carney supports U.S. action to prevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, labels Iran a principal source of regional instability and terror, and says Iran must never develop nukes — while stating Canada will not participate militarily or join the buildup.

Carney seeks to strengthen and reset bilateral relations with India, Australia and Japan through visits, agreements and diplomatic initiatives, promoting middle‑power cooperation — including a trilateral emerging‑technologies partnership — to counter great‑power coercion and 'American hegemony'.

Mark Carney pledged an additional $2 billion in military aid to Ukraine, committed Canada to long-term support to weaken Russia’s military capacity, and announced targeted measures (including sanctions on ships) intended to reduce revenues Russia uses to finance its war.

Mark Carney supports continuing Canada's military training for Ukraine, announcing a three-year extension of Operation Unifier and committing to long-term assistance to train Ukrainian forces, signaling sustained engagement and support for Ukraine's defense.

Mark Carney personally criticized Canada’s reliance on U.S. defence procurement, noting Canada sends 75 cents of every defence-capital dollar to the United States and saying “That’s not smart,” indicating he opposes that spending imbalance and favors change.

Carney supports exploring talks to create a trade bloc linking the EU and CPTPP members, saying Canada is uniquely positioned to broker a bridge between like-minded blocs and can play a role as multilateralism is being undermined ('variable geometry').

Mark Carney said he would honour an ICC arrest warrant and twice replied "yes" when asked whether Netanyahu would be arrested if he came to Canada, indicating support for enforcing international arrest obligations despite diplomatic visits.

Carney characterized the Gordie Howe International Bridge as a positive Canada–U.S. partnership, emphasizing that Canada paid "over $4 billion" and that ownership is shared with Michigan, calling the project a "great example of co-operation" between the two countries.

Carney supports the Gordie Howe International Bridge as a binational project, calling it a strong example of cooperation, stressing its benefits for commerce, tourism and cross-border travel, and saying his conversation with President Trump about it was positive and he looks forward to its opening.

Mark Carney advocates maintaining and improving Canada–China bilateral relations to safeguard Canada’s economic future, pursuing a functioning relationship with Beijing, broadening export markets, and announcing a 'new strategic partnership' and a preliminary trade deal after his visit to China.

Mark Carney argues middle powers should act collectively in international affairs, building coalitions to shape a new world order grounded in human rights, sustainable development, solidarity, sovereignty and territorial integrity, and resist coercive economic integration by great powers.

Carney says the government maintains "constant contact" and has "extensive contacts" with the U.S. administration on trade, and that trade briefings should be handled by the trade minister rather than by an opposition MP.

Mark Carney says recent U.S. rhetoric is a precursor to trade negotiations and insists the United States must "respect Canadian sovereignty," signaling he expects Canada’s sovereignty to be acknowledged and preserved amid looming trade disputes and tariff threats.

Mark Carney said the agreement with China is not a free trade deal but a pact to 'rectify some issues,' indicating he supports pragmatic, limited bilateral cooperation to resolve specific trade problems (for example through reciprocal tariff adjustments).

Carney said Canada's internal review of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) is 'finished in Canada,' and that he has had 'good conversations, good back and forth' with President Trump, while noting substantial work remains for renewal.

Mark Carney said Canada intends to use the upcoming CUSMA review proactively to build new relationships within the United States, indicating the government will leverage the review process to strengthen ties and shape implementation in ways favorable to Canada's interests.

Mark Carney vowed to double Canada's non‑U.S. exports, indicating he supports actively expanding Canadian export markets beyond the United States through government policy and trade initiatives to increase Canada’s sales to other countries.

Carney says Canada recognized and is responding to a change in U.S. trade policy, stands by his Davos warning that the rules-based global order is breaking down, and personally explained Canada’s trade arrangement with China during talks with President Trump.

Carney defended Canada’s contributions to NATO-linked operations in Afghanistan, urging recognition of the Canadian Armed Forces’ extraordinary service—citing troop deployments, Bronze Star awards and casualties—while declining to publicly demand an apology from President Trump.

Carney is actively pursuing expanded international trade negotiations to diversify Canada’s export markets away from the U.S., seeking new trade links and investment to double non-U.S. exports over the next decade and intensifying talks with partners such as Mercosur nations.

Carney rejects the notion that Canada depends on the United States, asserting "Canada doesn't live because of the United States" and that "Canada thrives because we are Canadian," emphasizing Canadian independence and sovereignty in bilateral relations.

Mark Carney initially agreed in principle to join President Trump's Board of Peace for Gaza but did not formally accept the invitation and subsequently adopted a more cautious stance, declining to commit publicly and ultimately not participating in the board's launch.

Carney positively framed the China trade deal, calling it a 'landmark' agreement that permits Chinese-made electric vehicles' entry in exchange for tariff relief on Canadian agricultural exports (seafood, canola seeds), indicating support for reciprocal import/export arrangements.

Carney says Canada and the United States have built a remarkable partnership across economy, security and cultural exchange, but rejects any notion of Canadian dependence—asserting Canada doesn't 'live because of the United States' and instead 'thrives because we are Canadian.'

Carney warns that economic coercion and tariffs are being used as leverage in trade disputes, urging middle powers to cooperate and diversify trading partners—resetting ties with China—to counter abuse by great powers and reduce dependence on any single partner.

Carney said Canada has agreed "in principle" to join the U.S.-led Board of Peace but remains cautious, expressing concerns about the board’s governance and decision-making processes and requiring further details before formally committing.

Mark Carney affirms Canada will uphold its NATO obligations, backing Denmark and Greenland as NATO partners; he commits Canada to Articles 2 and 5 of the NATO treaty and says Canada 'stands full square behind those' obligations.

Carney says Canada should reduce reliance on dominant partners (notably the U.S.), diversify trading relationships, build domestic strength, and be "principled and pragmatic," cooperating with like-minded allies to resist economic or geopolitical subordination by larger powers.

Mark Carney argues that international economic and political rules are "in the midst of a rupture, not a transition" and urges middle powers like Canada to form coalitions to resist economic coercion, saying he stands with European allies over Greenland.

Carney is actively pursuing trade diversification and is targeting India as a next major market; he has undertaken a nine-day trip to secure new investments for Canada and accepted Prime Minister Modi’s invitation to visit India to advance economic ties.

Mark Carney says Canada strongly opposes tariffs aimed at countries resisting U.S. annexation of Greenland, affirms Canada’s unwavering commitment to NATO collective defence (Article 5), and supports Greenland and Denmark’s right to determine Greenland’s future.

Carney negotiated and supports a new trade agreement with China, stating Canada-China relations are "more predictable" than ties with the U.S. and that Ottawa is "recalibrating" its relationship with China "strategically, pragmatically, and decisively," signaling active bilateral engagement.

Carney favors pragmatic bilateral engagement: he has negotiated deals with China and Qatar and emphasizes dealing with geopolitical realities under a 'new world order,' stating, 'we take the world as it is, not as we wish it to be.'

Mark Carney is participating in international forums like the World Economic Forum to actively engage global leaders and attract foreign investment and corporate partners, signaling support for using international organizations and gatherings to build alliances and secure investment for Canada.

Mark Carney said he was concerned about the escalation of the U.S. attempt to buy Greenland, and has stated that Canada supports Greenland’s sovereignty, recognizing Denmark as a NATO ally and working with NATO to strengthen Arctic defence.

Carney said Canada will finalize the Investment Promotion and Protection Agreement with Qatar by this summer and is actively pushing to boost trade and investment — including strategic Qatari investment — and expand bilateral economic ties beyond traditional allies.

Carney supports resetting Canada–China relations to expand trade: he framed progress as “setting up well for the new world order,” announced a memorandum to boost oil, gas and clean-energy exports, reduce barriers to Chinese investment, and confirmed reciprocal tariff reductions.

Mark Carney expressed support for the Trump-brokered peace plan, calling it "historic" and urging parties to make it work. He is reported to accept an invitation to join the Board of Peace, indicating backing for Gaza's reconstruction and economic recovery efforts.

Carney says he found "much alignment" with Chinese President Xi on Greenland and that their discussions addressed Canada's Arctic sovereignty and the sovereignty of the people of Greenland and Denmark, indicating Canada and China share common ground on Arctic bilateral issues.

Carney favors de-escalation and pragmatic engagement to resolve trade disputes with China, negotiating compromises (capped, lower-tariff EV imports) in exchange for reduced duties on Canadian agricultural goods, stressing a more predictable relationship that delivers results.

Mark Carney called Russia's use of the hypersonic missile a clear and dangerous escalation, stating he views the strike as an alarming, provocative step that heightens tensions, threatens regional stability, and represents a significant escalation by Russia.

Mark Carney questioned how the French-led Eutelsat proposal would affect Telesat, indicating a protective stance toward Canada's domestic satellite supplier and an interest in ensuring defence procurement does not disadvantage Canadian firms developing the Lightspeed system.

Carney said he welcomed Freeland’s move to serve as an unpaid economic adviser to Ukraine, judged it consistent with resigning as an MP, and met with Ukrainian allies (including the U.S.) in Paris to discuss security guarantees, showing support for cooperation.

Carney states his focus is on fortifying Ukraine and deterring future Russian aggression, working with coalition allies to boost Ukraine’s defence capabilities, support its long-term recovery, seek return of unlawfully deported Ukrainian children, and accelerate a negotiated peace plan.

Mark Carney says Canada supports the Venezuelan people's right to peacefully decide their future, does not recognize Maduro's regime since the 2018 election, welcomes prospects for freedom and democracy, and supports a peaceful, negotiated, Venezuelan-led transition that respects international law.

Mark Carney supports active multilateral engagement with allies and international coalitions to secure a negotiated, just and lasting peace for Ukraine, advocating robust security guarantees and assistance to rebuild, recover, and establish lasting prosperity.

Mark Carney announced and supports providing an additional $2.5 billion in economic aid to Ukraine — including about $1.6 billion in World Bank/EBRD loan guarantees, IMF financing participation, and expanded debt-service suspension — backing substantial development assistance.

Mark Carney announced an extension of Canada's NATO mission in Latvia through 2029, signaling his support for continuing the country's military deployment there and maintaining the current near-permanent rotational presence to sustain Canada's commitment in the Baltic region.

Mark Carney intends to have Mark Wiseman lead CUSMA review talks to advance and protect the interests of Canadian workers, businesses and institutions, while building bilateral opportunities — a proactive negotiating approach to resolve trade tensions and seek relief from U.S. tariffs.

Mark Carney supports deepening Canada–U.S. ties, defending Canadian values and interests, promoting a stronger future for Canadian workers through stable trade, ensuring safe and secure borders, and enhancing trade and investment cooperation to address shared global challenges.

Carney says Canada should set clear guardrails in bilateral relations with China, avoiding deep ties in security-sensitive areas (artificial intelligence, critical minerals, defence), while diversifying trading partners and reducing overreliance on the United States.

Mark Carney intends to rapidly ramp up defence spending to meet NATO commitments, evidenced by his cabinet shuffle and appointment of Christiane Fox as deputy minister of national defence to accelerate spending and policy implementation.

Mark Carney says Canada will enter formal January discussions with the U.S. to review CUSMA, insists Canada will protect its supply-managed agriculture ('We continue to stand by that'), and supports cooperative sectoral work to realize 'tremendous benefits.'

Mark Carney acted to streamline defence procurement by announcing a Defence Investment Agency charged with consolidating procurement processes, removing duplicative approvals and red tape, and giving the defence industry greater clarity and certainty on government plans.

Mark Carney pledged to create a centralized Defence Investment Agency to manage major procurements, aiming to centralize defence procurement and accelerate purchasing of equipment for the Canadian Armed Forces by establishing the new office announced during the spring election.

Mark Carney endorsed Canada’s engagement in European defence procurement by signing an overarching defence-security partnership with the EU, which initiated negotiations enabling Canada’s participation in the EU SAFE joint military procurement program.

Mark Carney urged rapid delivery of humanitarian aid into Gaza, pressing for more aid to be moved quickly and stating that Canada already has supplies ready to deploy to accelerate relief efforts.

Mark Carney supports launching trade negotiations with India, arguing a deal could double Canada–India trade to $70 billion and create significant opportunities for Canadian workers and businesses; he pursued this by meeting Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the G20.

Mark Carney said parts of President Trump's 28-point peace plan contain important elements that could be essential for a just and lasting peace in Ukraine, and he will coordinate closely with Ukraine and the U.S. with international partners in coming days.

Mark Carney launched and led Canada's participation in a trilateral Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation Partnership, signaling support for strengthening ties with India and Australia to diversify supply chains, advance green energy innovation, and promote AI adoption.

Mark Carney has overseen cuts to foreign aid: his government's budget reduces international assistance by about $2.7 billion over four years, and he personally scaled back support for a major fund, indicating a move to reduce Canada's foreign-aid commitments.

Carney supports active trade negotiations with the U.A.E., has launched talks alongside an investment‑protection pact, is inviting Emirati investors (he will personally host them), and aims to more than double Canada–U.A.E. trade within a decade.

Mark Carney ordered a government review of the F-35 purchase, signaling he seeks to reassess Canada’s fighter procurement decision in light of trade tensions; he has initiated an ongoing analysis of the contract despite prior timelines to complete it by September.

Mark Carney ordered a review of Canada's planned purchase of Lockheed Martin F-35 fighter jets, indicating he is reassessing the procurement and the government's commitment to acquiring the previously planned full fleet of 88 aircraft.

Mark Carney apologized for an Ontario-sponsored ad criticizing U.S. tariffs and appeared conciliatory toward President Trump, signaling a desire to repair Canada–U.S. relations and help resume stalled bilateral trade negotiations.

Mark Carney has sought to stabilize Canada–U.S. relations and publicly stated that President Trump showed respect for Canadian sovereignty during their conversations, indicating he favors maintaining cooperative, respectful bilateral ties rather than escalating tensions.

Mark Carney said his meeting with President Xi Jinping represented a 'turning point' in Canada–China relations, indicating he supports recalibrating and reengaging bilateral ties and welcomes steps such as China's reinstatement of approved travel for Chinese tourist groups.

Mark Carney supported removing a majority of retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods to advance trade talks under CUSMA implementation, arguing the retaliations' value was diminishing and that such tariffs impose domestic costs which accumulate over time.

Mark Carney supports re-engaging with China through pragmatic, constructive dialogue and direct leader-level talks to resolve outstanding trade irritants rather than maintaining distance, aiming to create opportunities for Canadian families and businesses.

Carney advocates pursuing constructive, pragmatic dialogue with China, accepting Xi's invitation to visit and aiming to address current issues, seize bilateral opportunities, and establish a platform for dialogue to build a more sustainable, inclusive international system.

Carney says Canada should seek new bilateral partners who honour their commitments, remain present during difficult times, and work collaboratively to fix shared problems, positioning Canada as a reliable, dependable partner amid geopolitical realignment.

Carney seeks to reset and rebuild Canada–China relations by reopening dialogue on a broad range of issues (including commercial ties and global-system evolution), leaving open easing investment restrictions, negotiating trade deals, or lifting tariffs, and beginning talks with Xi.

Carney supports resuming and building on progress in trade negotiations with the United States, emphasizing readiness to continue talks for the benefit of workers and families in both countries and to advance opportunities that drive economic growth for Canadian businesses.

Mark Carney says Canada and Japan are building new partnerships across trade, critical minerals, energy, advanced manufacturing, artificial intelligence and defence; he looks forward to working with Prime Minister Takaichi to elevate cooperation and create opportunities for workers and businesses.

Carney plans to engage regional leaders in Malaysia, Singapore and South Korea to advance trade negotiations by discussing removal of trade barriers and attracting global capital, signaling support for reducing trade barriers and promoting international investment.

Carney favors re-engaging with India and a pragmatic thaw in Canada–India relations, signaling support for diplomatic rapprochement by personally inviting Prime Minister Narendra Modi to attend the G7 meeting, thereby encouraging direct high-level engagement to rebuild bilateral ties.

Mark Carney prioritizes strengthening Canada's relationship with the European Union by creating a Personal Representative role to boost trade, economic security and climate cooperation, aiming to elevate partnerships, bolster shared security and generate economic opportunities for Canadian workers and businesses.

Mark Carney states that Canada recognizes the State of Palestine and offers partnership to build a peaceful future for both the State of Palestine and the State of Israel, signaling support for bilateral engagement and cooperation between the two states.

Carney advocates strengthening bilateral relations to attract investment, diversify partnerships abroad, and create a web of strong global connections by conducting missions and meeting foreign leaders to secure opportunities for Canadian workers and collective solutions to global challenges.

Carney expressed optimism about international organizations, urging Canada to seize opportunities amid crises and affirming after his UN General Assembly visit that the United Nations still holds promise, with 'light' and 'many possibilities' despite critiques.

Carney affirms Canada’s use of multilateral channels — speaking at the UN — by officially recognizing Palestinian statehood, supporting a two-state solution, and urging the international community to push immediately for a ceasefire and renewed peace process.

Mark Carney, via an official statement from his office, authorized Canada's recognition of the state of Palestine and pledged, alongside international partners, to preserve the prospect of a two-state solution as the framework for resolving the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Mark Carney says the new Canada–Mexico strategic partnership complements and preserves the North American trade framework (CUSMA), aiming to elevate and strengthen trilateral trade relations through deeper cooperation, infrastructure investment and coordinated economic transformation.

Mark Carney announced the government will add an extra $9 billion in defence spending by April to help Canada meet NATO's two per cent of GDP target, indicating support for increased military spending to reach allied commitments.

Carney says his government will strengthen and diversify Canada's international partnerships and place principled, effective leaders in diplomatic roles, evidenced by his appointment of David Lametti as ambassador to the United Nations and Vera Alexander to Germany.

Mark Carney is signaling active Canadian engagement in bilateral relations with Ukraine by appointing Chrystia Freeland as Canada's special representative for Ukraine's reconstruction, indicating support for reconstruction efforts and closer Canada–Ukraine cooperation on post-war recovery.

Carney supports considering Arctic economic and security projects — notably an Arctic corridor and a Grays Bay port/all‑weather road — for prioritization because they strengthen Canada’s Arctic sovereignty, though he says they are earlier-stage initiatives needing further work.

Mark Carney condemned Israel's strike in Qatar, calling it 'an intolerable expansion of violence and an affront to Qatar's sovereignty,' indicating he finds the attack unacceptable and supports upholding Qatar's sovereignty in bilateral relations.

Carney supports diversifying Canada's trade via a new federal trade diversification strategy to strengthen existing relationships and open new markets (particularly in Asia), implement the recent EU deal, and broaden economic ties while renewing the U.S. relationship.

Mark Carney condemned Israel's strike on Doha as an 'intolerable expansion of violence' and 'an affront to Qatar's sovereignty,' characterizing the attack as unacceptable escalation that violates Qatar's sovereign status and damages diplomatic norms between states.

Mark Carney advocates cutting regulatory red tape to speed projects and strengthen supply chains, ordering a cross-departmental review and urging the government to make final decisions on major infrastructure within two years to get products to market faster.

Carney supports maintaining "maximum pressure" on Russia — imposing further sanctions and arming Ukraine — and says Canada is willing to provide and potentially deploy "direct and scalable military assistance" to Ukraine after a ceasefire ("when there is a cessation of hostility").

Mark Carney supports significantly increasing Canada’s military spending, praising Poland’s NATO commitment and saying Canada will 'pull our full weight in NATO.' He pledged to quadruple defence spending by the end of the decade and aims to reach Polish levels within a few years.

Mark Carney condemns Russia's attacks on Kyiv, states Putin should engage in talks rather than violence, and affirms Canada's support for Ukraine, advocating robust diplomatic engagement and peaceful negotiation instead of military aggression.

Mark Carney announced Canada will keep and extend troops in Latvia through 2029, advocating increased brigade capabilities to deter Russian aggression, reinforce collective defence, strengthen cooperative security and maintain a strong NATO presence in the region.

Carney said he would not rule out a Canadian troop presence in Ukraine, leaving the shape and scope of any deployment undetermined; he also unveiled an additional $2 billion in military aid and toured a Ukrainian drone manufacturer as part of Canada's support.

Mark Carney announced Canada's additional $2 billion in military aid to Ukraine, allocating over $1 billion for high-priority equipment and ammunition, $220 million for drone and electronic-warfare capabilities, supported reintroducing troops if a ceasefire occurs.

Carney advocates strengthening Canada–Germany bilateral relations, believing the partnership can be greatly improved. He plans to deepen economic and security ties—across critical minerals, energy, defence and trade (CETA)—by intensifying discussions and meeting Chancellor Merz in Berlin.

Carney has said he wants to expand relations with other countries to avoid being reliant on the United States, and is engaging directly — including a scheduled visit to Mexico — to help navigate trade relations and address tariff disputes with the U.S.

Mark Carney insisted that the $27.7-billion F-35 fighter jet purchase be reviewed, signaling he favors re-examining the U.S. procurement. He also stated no decision to abandon the F-35 program has been made, with a Royal Canadian Air Force review pending.

Canada insists Ukraine must be included in any negotiations over its future; international borders cannot be changed by force. Canada (via the Prime Minister) urges allies to keep pressure on Russia and demands any peace deal include robust, credible security guarantees for Ukraine.

Mark Carney announced a $2-billion-per-year package of graduated salary top-ups and incentives for Canadian military personnel, signaling his support for boosting pay for lower-ranked members and improving recruitment and retention via increased compensation.

Mark Carney says Canada can no longer fully rely on its historically close trading relationship with the United States; he urges building domestic economic strength and actively seeking new trade and investment opportunities abroad for Canadian companies and workers.

Voting Yea means supporting a legal limit on the government's ability to make trade negotiation concessions on supply‑managed products, signalling priority for domestic agricultural protections over negotiated market access.

Carney says he will use his new majority to assert federal governing power: rapidly pass affordability and housing legislation, end opposition filibustering, reconstitute parliamentary committees to reduce opposition blocking, and prioritize substantive governance over 'showboating'.

Carney emphasizes national unity and strengthening Canada's sovereignty, pledging to build a strong, inclusive nation that cannot be taken away — prioritizing domestic investment, 'Buy Canadian' measures, and policies that make Canada prosperous and fair for all.

Mark Carney insists that Canada's next governor general must be fluent in both French and English, committing to appointing a bilingual candidate to the role; he responded "absolutely" when asked to make that commitment.

Mark Carney affirms that government votes will uphold rights related to personal identity, stating elected MPs will support protections for Canadians to be their whole selves and to love who they love, signalling support for LGBT and identity-related rights.

Carney expresses that Canada is proud of its contributions to space exploration, portraying the Artemis II mission as an inspiring, collaborative example for the world. He emphasizes Canadian identity lightly, joking that Canadians prefer maple syrup over Nutella, reaffirming national pride.

Mark Carney advocates political unity and widening the Liberal Party's 'big tent,' welcoming politicians from other parties and urging that Parliament 'unite to move forward' so the country can collectively progress.

Mark Carney explicitly rejects using prorogation to reset Parliament or committees, saying he is 'absolutely not' considering proroguing Parliament and that the possibility 'has never even entered my thinking,' expressing surprise it was suggested.

Mark Carney unequivocally rejects using prorogation as a federal power, saying there's 'no chance' he will prorogue Parliament if he wins a majority, and emphasizes working with Parliament to pass and adjust legislation rather than ending the parliamentary session.

Carney expressed pride in Canadian identity and celebrated Canadiana, invoking Joni Mitchell’s lyric 'I drew a map of Canada, Oh Canada' to emphasize national affinity and cultural pride during the Juno Awards introduction.

Carney said a separation referendum "can have an effect" on investor certainty and urged governments to "do our job" — respect federal responsibilities, work cooperatively with provinces, address core issues (the pipeline) and show the federation works.

Carney says Canada's bilingual identity obliges organizations to use both official languages; he called Air Canada's English-only condolence 'a lack of judgment' and 'a lack of compassion,' emphasizing companies' responsibility to always communicate in both official languages.

Carney frames bilateral relations with the U.K. as active, issue-focused engagement: he will meet King Charles and Prime Minister Keir Starmer to address Arctic progress and climate impacts, Indigenous matters, and international crises, remaining visible and connected during the trip.

Mark Carney personally supports removing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the Royal Family’s line of succession and agrees he should be stripped of his royal title, calling the former prince’s actions "deplorable" while noting there is a process.

Carney refuses to publicly assert whether Indian agents are actively interfering because of an ongoing criminal process; he favors vigilance and engagement with India, says there is progress, and insists Canada will not tolerate foreign interference or transnational repression.

During his meeting with Modi, Mark Carney underscored that Canada "will continue to take measures to combat" transnational repression, indicating a commitment to ongoing action against transnational repression, though he offered no further details.

Mark Carney stated that Canada supports the United States acting to prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon and to prevent its regime from further threatening international peace and security, indicating support for U.S. actions aimed at stopping Iran’s nuclear development and threats.

Carney says his government is focused on delivering results for Canadians and is not considering another federal election right now, indicating he will not pursue dissolving Parliament for an early vote at present.

Carney asserts Canada's national historical narrative should acknowledge the injustices suffered by Black Canadians—slavery and segregation—recognize their perseverance, admit that inequalities persist today, and commit federal action to empower Black Canadians and include their story.

Mark Carney said he expects the United States to respect Canadian sovereignty, signaling opposition to foreign interference related to Alberta’s separatist movement and asserting that international actors should not undermine Canada’s internal affairs.

Mark Carney renewed a 'Buy Canadian' push, posting a video stating the government will prioritize Canadian-made goods in projects it supports — endorsing domestic procurement to favor Canadian suppliers and reduce reliance on foreign products amid trade tensions.

Mark Carney stated he expects the United States to "respect Canadian sovereignty," characterizing recent U.S. rhetoric as a precursor to trade negotiations and signaling he prioritizes diplomatic engagement to defend Canada’s sovereign interests.

Mark Carney insists Canada must acknowledge and remember its role and silence during the Holocaust, calling Holocaust Remembrance Day a chance to confront ignorance and hatred; he urges Canadians to reflect on lessons, act to prevent recurrence, and support survivors and families.

Mark Carney says the rules-based international order has collapsed; great powers are weaponizing economic integration—using tariffs, financial infrastructure and supply chains as coercive tools—creating subordination that undermines sovereignty and cannot be justified by claimed mutual benefit.

Mark Carney is reportedly weighing sending additional Canadian forces to participate in sovereignty exercises planned by Denmark, indicating an inclination to increase military participation to bolster Canada's presence and response in Arctic/Greenland-related sovereignty challenges.

Mark Carney is taking steps to rebuild Canada-China bilateral relations, evidenced by his official visit to China intended to repair ties after years of tensions over national security, trade and the detention of two Canadians.

Mark Carney indicates he accepts the parliamentary outcome of floor-crossing, stating he is comfortable commanding the confidence of the House of Commons. He thus signals willingness to accept a majority achieved through MPs switching parties rather than a new public vote.

Carney asserts the federal government should command the confidence of the House, welcomes opposition MPs who support his government's agenda (including via floor-crossings), and emphasizes that legislation must secure more votes for than against in Parliament.

By signing the Alberta–federal memorandum of understanding, Prime Minister Mark Carney endorsed advancing a new bitumen pipeline to the B.C. north coast, committing to meaningful engagement with Indigenous peoples and potential adjustment of the Oil Tanker Moratorium Act.

Mark Carney announced that Canada would recognize Palestinian statehood, indicating support for official recognition of Palestinian national identity and statehood at the international level — a policy action that affirms collective identity claims.

Mark Carney adopted the Liberal government's prior commitment to formally intervene if a Supreme Court challenge to Quebec's Bill 21 arose, signaling he supports federal government intervention in constitutional challenges involving the notwithstanding clause.

Carney has stated his government will engage Indigenous leaders and open a Major Projects Office by Labour Day, indicating a commitment to creating administrative capacity to process and oversee major energy infrastructure projects, though he did not endorse specific pipelines.