Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has pledged to raise defence spending to 2% of GDP this fiscal year—five years ahead of schedule—to reduce Canada’s reliance on the US for defence. Warning of threats from Russia and China, Carney stressed that Canada must prioritize domestic production and diversify military procurement. The move comes ahead of the G7 and Nato summits, with defence a top agenda. Carney also criticized America’s growing protectionism and dominance over key military assets like the F-35 fighter jets.

In a rare speech from the throne, Britain’s King Charles III emphasized that the relationship between the United States and Canada is founded on mutual respect and shared interests. Speaking at the Canadian Parliament for the first time in nearly five decades, King Charles said both nations are committed to achieving transformative benefits for their people. He praised Canada’s efforts to strengthen ties with global trade partners, aligning with the values and needs of the modern world.

CBC reports that Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Party has won the Canadian election, overcoming early predictions of a major loss. A surge in nationalist sentiment followed provocative statements by U.S. President Trump, who threatened Canadian sovereignty and suggested turning Canada into America’s 51st state. The resignation of Justin Trudeau helped the Liberals regain momentum.

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced a 25% tariff on selected U.S. automobile imports in response to what he called violations of free trade principles. Though Canada was initially exempt from Trump’s global tariff measures due to USMCA compliance, new U.S. policies have targeted various goods including vehicles, steel, and aluminum.
Calling Trump’s trade policies a “tragedy,” Carney warned that they could destabilize the global economy and marked the end of an era of American economic leadership.

A survey conducted by the National Council of Canadian Muslims revealed that 55% of Canadians support banning arms exports to Israel due to the ongoing crisis in Gaza. Additionally, 49% believe Canada should go further by restricting the sale of military equipment, services, and training to Israel. More than 56% of respondents agreed that Canada should comply with the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) decision, meaning that if Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu enters Canada, he should be arrested. Support for recognizing the ICC’s warrant is particularly high among Liberal Party voters, with 70% in favor. However, Conservative voters are divided on the issue, with half supporting Netanyahu’s arrest and the other half remaining undecided.

Canada’s new Prime Minister Mark Carney has dissolved parliament and announced an early election on April 28, citing threats from U.S. President Donald Trump. Carney accused Trump of undermining Canada’s sovereignty with aggressive trade policies and high tariffs. The Liberals, who gained popularity following Trudeau’s resignation, are now in a close race with the Conservatives. Trump’s comments about making Canada the “51st state” have fueled nationalistic sentiments. Polls show Carney as the strongest leader to counter Trump’s economic pressure.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has warned that Canada may completely halt electricity exports to the United States if Washington escalates its new tariff measures. On Monday, a 25% tariff on electricity imports from Canada to the U.S. took effect. Ford stated that nearly 1.5 million American customers in Minnesota, New York, and Michigan would be affected. "Believe me, I don't want to do this. This trade war is Trump's doing," Ford said, adding that the tariff increase could push monthly electricity bills for American consumers up by as much as $100.

Mark Carney, newly elected leader of Canada’s Liberal Party, has strongly rejected the idea of Canada becoming the 51st state of the United States. His statement came in response to former U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent suggestion that Canada should join the U.S. to benefit from lower tariffs and increased military protection. Carney declared that Canada will remain independent and sovereign, emphasizing that while Americans may desire Canada’s resources, land, and water, they will never own the country.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that, starting March 4, Canada will impose a 25% tariff on US goods. He stated that if President Donald Trump proceeds with proposed tariffs on Canadian products, Canada will retaliate by imposing tariffs on $155 billion worth of US goods. Trudeau further emphasized that the tariffs would remain in place until the US withdraws its trade measures. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has announced the imposition of a 25% tariff on both Canada and Mexico.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau will meet with King Charles of the United Kingdom on Monday. Trudeau has confirmed that the preservation of Canada’s sovereignty will be a primary focus of their discussion. Earlier last week, King Charles invited Donald Trump to the UK for his second official state visit. During a public meeting at the Oval Office, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer handed over the invitation to Trump. Since his second term as President of the United States, Trump has repeatedly stated that Canada would be better off if it became the 51st state of the U.S.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau extended his greetings to Muslims on the occasion of the holy month of Ramadan. In a post on social media platform X on Friday night, he wrote, “As the sun sets, Muslims in Canada and around the world begin the holy month of Ramadan. To those who are praying and breaking their fast with family and friends, I send my best wishes.”

With the sighting of the Ramadan moon, fasting began on March 1 in Saudi Arabia, Oman, the UAE, Qatar, and most Muslim-majority countries, including Australia and Indonesia. However, in regions where the moon was not sighted, fasting will begin a day later.

More than 150,000 Canadians have signed a parliamentary petition seeking to revoke Elon Musk’s Canadian citizenship, The Guardian reports. The petition argues that Musk is a close ally of former U.S. President Donald Trump, who has previously threatened to undermine Canada’s sovereignty and integrate the country as the 51st U.S. state if re-elected. The petition was submitted to the House of Commons by British Columbia-based author Qualia Reed. Born in South Africa, Musk holds Canadian citizenship through his mother and currently heads a key division in the Trump administration.

A passenger plane overturned while landing at Toronto Pearson International Airport, injuring 15 people, including three in critical condition. The BBC reported that the plane was carrying 80 passengers. Airport authorities have confirmed that all crew and passengers have been rescued. Heavy snowfall occurred before the accident, but the exact cause is still under investigation. Previously, another aircraft had crashed at the same airport. The incident follows a series of severe aviation accidents in the U.S.

In three separate incidents in recent weeks, one person was killed and 15 others were arrested while attempting to cross into Canada from the United States. The arrested individuals are from various nationalities, while the deceased was confirmed to be a U.S. citizen, according to Canada's Assistant Police Commissioner. Using thermal imaging and aerial footage, authorities demonstrated their advanced border security measures. The U.S. citizen was fatally shot while attempting to flee after being stopped near the Coutts Port of Entry. A day prior to the incident, five individuals were arrested, and six more were detained on January 14.

Canada has imposed 25% retaliatory tariffs on $155bn worth of US goods, mirroring President Trump’s tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports. Prime Minister Trudeau emphasized standing up for Canadians while warning of economic consequences. The tariffs target American beer, wine, household appliances, and more. Economists predict rising consumer prices as the trade war escalates. The White House defends tariffs as a crackdown on drug trafficking, but Trudeau refutes security concerns. Trump signals further tariff hikes if met with retaliation, deepening tensions between the neighboring nations.