My Canadian Experience
Report for July 2026

July 1, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario

“Today, we celebrate each other. We are a nation of kind, compassionate, hardworking people, as remarkable and diverse as the places we call home all across Canada. Ours is a country that spans three oceans, six time zones, and ten million square kilometres of breathtaking landscape, built and bound by a great conviction: that we are strongest when we are united.

That conviction was declared at our Confederation in 1867 – a founding bet that together we could build something greater than the sum of our parts. It was laid down in steel in 1885, when a national railway linked east to west. And it crossed a continent again in 1962, when the Trans-Canada Highway opened, connecting communities from St. John’s to Victoria.

Canadians have never just imagined a stronger, more united country. We’ve picked up our tools and built one.

At this decisive moment, we are choosing to build big once again – with Canadian workers, Canadian materials, and Canadian values. Choosing Canadian produce. Rediscovering our own country, from the Cabot Trail to the Columbia Icefield, from the Bay of Fundy to the northern lights. Small acts of solidarity, repeated millions of times, proving that together we can give ourselves far more than anyone could ever take away.

There will always be forces that want to divide us. They forget this country’s founding insight: that unity is not uniformity, that our differences are strengths to nurture rather than risks to manage, and that our values serve as an unshakeable foundation.

When we show kindness, kindness grows. When we seek unity, unity grows. When we are Canadian, Canada grows. Happy Canada Day.”

Message from the Governor General on Canada Day
July 1st, 2026

Dear Canadians,

I am extremely happy, enthusiastic and particularly grateful to be celebrating my first Canada Day with you as governor general.

I have known Canada both up close and from afar.

Here at home, I’ve discovered a wealth of perspectives that are freely expressed—a space where people can innovate, explore and reinvent themselves.

And abroad, wherever I was working, I was always very proud to identify myself as Canadian.

The world is watching the country that we are building together.

A country that shines in many spheres and yet is realistic about the challenges ahead: persistent inequalities and issues that still too often divide us.

We are a country always striving to do better. Our work towards reconciliation and amplifying Indigenous voices is a good example of this, one that has not gone unnoticed on the global stage.

This country is home to great artists, athletes, innovators and scientists, but also to thousands of citizens who reach out to each other and demonstrate our common humanity, compassion and solidarity.

Each of you is helping to move Canada forward and shape our place in the world of tomorrow.

You inspire in me a sense of pride, ambition and confidence.

Whether you’re in a remote area, a big city, with family or with friends, let’s celebrate together what unites us, not despite our differences but through them: our ability to welcome others, our solidarity, our resources and our great potential.

Happy Canada Day!

Louise Arbour

Canada Day 2026 national noon ceremony - July 1

Celebrations for Canada's 159th birthday are held at Lebreton Flats in Ottawa.

Louise Arbour celebrates her first Canada Day as Governor General - July 1

After being sworn in as Canada’s 31st Governor General, Louise Arbour celebrates her first Canada Day in the role.

Watch PM Carney’s full address at the Canada Day celebration in Ottawa - Jul 1, 2026

Prime Minister Carney lauded Canadians for standing united ‘in the face of a dangerous and divided world’ during his Canada Day speech.

Canada Enters Eurovision in 2027 — Here's the Geopolitics Nobody's Talking About - July 1

Canada just did something it hasn't done in 69 years — it walked onto Europe's biggest stage as a full member, not a guest.

Last week, CBC/Radio-Canada quietly became a full member of the European Broadcasting Union. In 2027, Canada competes at Eurovision for the first time ever — in Sofia, Bulgaria, in a contest still reeling from a five-country walkout. This isn't showbiz. This is strategy.

Canada Day 2026: Celebrate from coast-to-coast | CBC News Special - July 1

CBC's special coverage continues from across the country as people celebrate Canada's 159th birthday, though severe weather has led to the cancellation of evening festivities in Ottawa, including fireworks. Ian Hanomansing and Gloria Macarenko host live from Alberta.

Carney press conference with David Eby amid proposal for new Alberta - BC pipeline - July 2

July 2, 2026
Vancouver, British Columbia

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the President of the Philippines, Ferdinand Marcos Jr., during his official visit to Canada – the first by a Filipino head of state in 11 years.

Prime Minister Carney and President Marcos underscored the strength of the Canada-Philippines partnership, rooted in deep ties between our citizens, including a vibrant Filipino Canadian community of approximately one million people.

The leaders agreed to elevate these ties to a Strategic Partnership. To that end, they mandated their respective foreign ministers to advance the new partnership’s implementation across key priority sectors, including energy – especially nuclear – critical minerals, defence, cyber, maritime security, and food security.

Both leaders emphasised the importance of expanding trade and investment to support economic growth and supply chain resilience, redoubling efforts to conclude a Canada-Philippines free trade agreement this year.

Prime Minister Carney and President Marcos Jr. discussed deepening regional cooperation through the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN). The Prime Minister welcomed the Philippines’ role as 2026 ASEAN Chair and looked forward to continued collaboration, including at upcoming regional summits. The leaders reaffirmed their shared commitment to accelerating negotiations on a Canada-ASEAN free trade agreement as a priority deliverable under the Philippines’ ASEAN Chairship.

Building on growing collaboration in energy and critical resources, the leaders discussed opportunities to deepen cooperation in clean energy, liquefied natural gas, critical minerals, food security, and nuclear energy, including through the Canada-Philippines Energy and Resources Roundtable.

The Prime Minister and the President noted the rapid expansion of defence and security ties between the two countries. They discussed opportunities to further strengthen collaboration in areas such as maritime security, defence production, and information-sharing.

President Marcos Jr. thanked Prime Minister Carney for welcoming him to Vancouver and extended an invitation for the Prime Minister to attend the ASEAN Summit in Manila, in November. The leaders agreed to remain in close contact and to advance a stronger, more ambitious partnership between Canada and the Philippines.

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PM Carney and Philippines President Marcos Jr. hold a news conference in Vancouver – July 2, 2026

In Vancouver, Prime Minister Mark Carney and Philippines President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. participate in a signing ceremony, then take questions from the media

July 2, 2026
Vancouver, British Columbia

The Prime Minister of Canada, Mark Carney and the President of the Republic of the Philippines, Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr., met in Vancouver on July 2, 2026. The Leaders acknowledged the long history of diplomatic and friendly ties between the Philippines and Canada, spanning 77 years of formal diplomatic relations and underpinned by strong people-to-people ties, and shared values of democracy, respect for sovereignty, and adherence to international law.

This is the first visit to Canada by a Philippine President since 2015 and reflects the strong and growing partnership between both countries. President Marcos’ arrival in British Columbia carries with it a symbolic significance for the one million strong Filipino diaspora, as the first Filipino community settlement began in Bowen Island in 1861 upon the arrival of Benson Flores a few years before Confederation.

The President and the Prime Minister welcomed the positive trajectory of bilateral relations and committed to work towards expanding the partnership and cooperation of the two countries. The leaders noted that the bilateral relationship has deepened significantly in recent years, with expanded cooperation across defence and security, trade and investment, and people-to-people ties, underscoring that Canada and the Philippines are trusted partners in advancing peace, stability, mutual economic prosperity and global supply chain resiliency.

Elevating the bilateral relationship

The Prime Minister and the President welcomed the significant progress made in strengthening bilateral ties and, on that basis, agreed to elevate the Canada–Philippines relations to a Strategic Partnership. They mandated Foreign Ministers to develop an ambitious and forward-looking plan of action to guide this next phase of cooperation and ensure the long-term momentum in their bilateral relations.

They highlighted recent milestones, including the signing of a landmark Status of Visiting Forces Agreement (SOVFA), the signing of a Mutual Logistics Support Arrangement (MLSA), the launch of bilateral free trade negotiations and increased diplomatic and development engagement.

Occurring at a time of great uncertainty and continuing disruption in the international world order, President Marcos’ official visit to Canada provided an opportunity for the two leaders to commit to work together in adapting to the shifting global realities, addressing shared challenges, and building capacities for a future-ready partnership.

In adapting to the shifting global realities, the two leaders:

• Resolved to further strengthen their countries’ economic partnership, enhance their trade relations, and promote mutual economic growth, recognising that economic security is essentially tied to national security. Toward this end, they reaffirmed their shared commitment to conclude a meaningful Canada–Philippines Free Trade Agreement emphasising the strong complementarities between their economies and citing the growth in bilateral trade and investment, which reached C$3.4 billion in merchandise trade in 2025, alongside expanding services trade and would send a strong signal in times of uncertainty.

• Highlighted cooperation in priority sectors, including energy, agriculture, mining, infrastructure, digital technologies, space and defence industries, welcoming plans to strengthen bilateral economic cooperation through regular Policy Dialogues focused on priority areas, including climate resilience, energy security, food security, mining, healthcare, human capital and empowerment, women-led development, and Micro Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSME).

• Recognised the importance of promoting sustainable and resilient supply chains, supporting small and medium-sized enterprises, and advancing inclusive and rules-based economic growth, and welcomed Canada’s participation in the Luzon Economic Corridor Partnership, including an initial C$2 million contribution to support technical assistance and efforts to mobilise investment, reflecting an enduring commitment to long-term bilateral cooperation projects.

• Welcomed the announcement of the Joint Declaration of Intent on Energy and Natural Resources Cooperation which stresses the importance of energy security, economic security, sustainable economic growth, and resilient supply chains, and the role of responsible natural resource development in supporting economic prosperity and the global energy transition and includes the launch of an annual government to government energy cooperation dialogue.

• Welcomed the announcement of a joint Technical Partnership in geoscience to help advance cooperation and investment opportunities between the two countries.

• Noted the progress in the negotiations of the ASEAN–Canada Free Trade Agreement (ACAFTA), highlighting the role of such agreements in strengthening trade and investment ties, which will in turn enhance competitiveness and support long-term economic growth for both countries. That the substantial conclusion of the ACAFTA is a Priority Economic Deliverable under the Philippines’ ASEAN Chairship which supports a fair and transparent, rules-based trading system.

• Recognised the positive developments in advancing the ASEAN Power Grid which aims to strengthen regional energy security and renewable energy integration, and is a Philippines’ ASEAN Chairship Priority Economic Deliverable that Canada supports.

• Welcomed growing cooperation in clean energy, including nuclear energy, and agreed to deepen collaboration on sustainable infrastructure, disaster resilience, and food security with a view to building mutual economic partnerships.

In addressing shared challenges, the two leaders:

• Reaffirmed their shared commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific grounded in international law.

• Welcomed enhanced defence and security cooperation through the signing of milestone agreements within the past 2 years such as the Memorandum of Understanding on Defence Cooperation, the Philippines-Canada SOVFA, the MLSA, and the Statement of Intent on Strengthening Defence Cooperation.

• Committed to advancing defence partnership by having our armed forces train, exercise and operate together more effectively and with enhanced interoperability through various combined military exercises as we look forward to the entry into force of SOVFA and the entry into effect of the MLSA.

• Noted Canada’s growing commitment in contributing to the promotion of peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific, and its recognition of the Philippines as a key partner in the region, with a view to strengthening Philippine capabilities and supporting the modernisation of the Armed Forces of the Philippines, including our shared ability to deliver humanitarian assistance and disaster relief.

• Underscored the importance of maintaining peace, stability, maritime security, safety and the importance of respecting the sovereign rights of states within their exclusive economic zones in accordance with international law, particularly the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea. The two leaders reiterated support for a rules-based order, and the 2016 Award by the Tribunal on the South China Sea Arbitration, which is final and binding.

• Welcomed ongoing maritime cooperation citing the conduct of the Inaugural Philippines-Canada Maritime Dialogue this year, reflecting the shared importance and focus both countries attach to this area as maritime nations. Recognising its contribution to enhanced maritime domain awareness and Canada’s sustained operational presence in the region, the two leaders emphasised the value of continued access of the Philippines to the Dark Vessel Detection program of Canada.

• Reaffirmed their commitment to multilateralism and to work together in the United Nations, ASEAN and other international organisations. Reaffirming their strong support for ASEAN centrality and the ASEAN Outlook on the Indo-Pacific, the leaders recognised the important role of ASEAN-led mechanisms in supporting regional peace and stability, including ongoing efforts toward a substantive and effective Code of Conduct in the South China Sea consistent with international law, particularly the 1982 United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).

• Reaffirmed their shared commitment to strengthening engagement under the ASEAN-Canada Strategic Partnership, including in energy, agri-food, AI governance and the digital economy, to advance mutual prosperity and support a stable and rules-based Indo-Pacific. The Prime Minister commended the Philippines’ leadership as ASEAN Chair in 2026.

In building capacities for a future-ready partnership, the two leaders:

• Celebrated the deep and enduring ties between their peoples, including the more than one million Canadians of Filipino descent, who make significant contributions across Canada.

• Committed to further strengthening links and mobility, reaffirmed the importance of improving bilateral air services, and welcomed the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding on Tourism Cooperation, the Memorandum of Understanding on Cultural Cooperation, and the Joint Declaration of Intent on Labour and Migration Cooperation.

• Reiterated a shared commitment to engaging on regular migration pathways, ethical recruitment, the protection and welfare of migrant workers, as well as foreign credential recognition, in support of our shared priorities

Conclusion

Prime Minister Carney and President Marcos agreed to maintain close engagement and to pursue ambitious outcomes across all areas of cooperation. They expressed confidence that the Canada–Philippines partnership will continue to grow in scope, depth, and strategic importance in the years ahead.

July 2, 2026
Vancouver, British Columbia

In a more dangerous and divided world, Canada is focused on what we can control. We are building our strength at home and diversifying our partnerships abroad to unlock new opportunities for Canadian workers and businesses.

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, welcomed the President of the Philippines, Ferdinand Marcos Jr., to Vancouver to announce a new Canada-Philippines Strategic Partnership that will deepen bilateral cooperation in trade, energy, defence, and tourism.

A priority of this partnership is concluding negotiations on a Canada-Philippines free trade agreement by the end of this year. This agreement is expected to boost bilateral trade by nearly 200% by 2035 and create significant new export opportunities for Canadian businesses – particularly in agriculture and forest products.

In parallel, we are negotiating the Canada-ASEAN free trade agreement, with the goal of completion by the end of this year, under the Philippines’ ASEAN Chairship. This agreement is expected to add nearly $2 billion to Canada’s GDP and create nearly 14,000 Canadian jobs – including in agriculture and manufacturing.

Canada and the Philippines are also deepening collaboration in energy and mining. Today, the two countries announced a Joint Declaration of Intent concerning Energy and Natural Resources Cooperation and a new Technical Assistance Partnership. Together, Canada and the Philippines will leverage our resources to secure resilient, sustainable, and responsible supply chains in the Philippines, in Canada, and across the Indo-Pacific.

Economic growth must be underpinned by robust defence and security. To that end, the Status of Visiting Forces Agreement between Canada and the Philippines will soon come into force, building on the Mutual Logistics Support Arrangement and a Statement of Intent on Strengthening Defence Cooperation signed last month. This agreement will enable our armed forces to train and operate more closely together through joint military exercises in both countries – reinforcing our collective security and strengthening Canada’s military presence in the Indo-Pacific.

Canada is home to more than one million Filipino Canadians. To strengthen these people-to-people ties, Canada and the Philippines signed two Memoranda of Understanding that will boost tourism and promote cultural and artistic cooperation – making it easier for Canadians and Filipinos to experience each other’s countries and collaborate across the creative industries.

The two countries also announced a Joint Declaration of Intent on Labour and Migration to strengthen protections for migrant workers and promote ethical recruitment. Filipino workers make invaluable contributions to communities across Canada. Canada and the Philippines will establish a framework to strengthen protections for those workers and support safe, fair, and transparent labour mobility.

By forging stronger partnerships abroad, Canada is creating high-paying careers at home, diversifying our trade, attracting massive investment, and building a stronger, more independent, and more resilient Canadian economy.

Quotes

“More than one million Filipino Canadians call Canada home. Today, Canada and the Philippines are strengthening these ties. We are deepening cooperation to unlock new markets and drive more investment between our growing economies, while reinforcing our collective security. In a more dangerous and volatile world, Canada’s new government is strengthening our partnerships to create greater prosperity, security, and career opportunities for Canadian workers.”

— The Rt. Hon. Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada

“Canada and the Philippines share 77 years of diplomatic relations and a commitment to a free and open Indo-Pacific region. Our new Strategic Partnership is a reflection of the progress made in our steadily growing bilateral relationship. The Philippines is one of Canada’s closest partners in the Indo-Pacific. We remain committed to expanding our relationships in ASEAN and across the Indo-Pacific.”

— The Hon. Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs

“Our new Strategic Partnership will strengthen Canada’s trade and investment relationship with the Philippines, one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing economies. By deepening our partnership, we’re creating real economic opportunities for Canadian workers and businesses. I look forward to concluding negotiations on the Canada-Philippines and Canada-ASEAN free trade agreements this year to build on our growing momentum across the region.”

— The Hon. Maninder Sidhu, Minister of International Trade

“Canada and the Philippines are trusted partners, united by our shared commitment to peace, security, and a free, open, and stable Indo-Pacific. Our defence relationship continues to deepen through practical cooperation – from enhancing maritime security and building defence capacity to strengthening engagement between our armed forces. Together, we are advancing interoperability, upholding the international rules-based order, and making a meaningful contribution to peace, security, and stability across the region.”

— The Hon. David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence

Quick facts

• The President of the Philippines, Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is visiting Vancouver, British Columbia, from July 1 to 4, 2026. This marks the first visit by a head of state of the Philippines to Canada in 11 years.

• The Secretary of National Defense of the Philippines, Gilberto Teodoro, visited Ottawa, Ontario, from June 11 to 12, 2026, becoming the first Philippine Defence Minister to visit Canada. The visit marked two significant milestones in the Canada-Philippines defence relationship: the signing of a Mutual Logistics Support Arrangement and the signing of a Statement of Intent on Strengthening Defence Cooperation.

• In 2025, bilateral merchandise trade between Canada and the Philippines was valued at $3.4 billion. The Philippines was Canada’s sixth-largest merchandise export market in ASEAN.

• Prime Minister Carney and President Marcos Jr. look forward to the possibility of meeting again in November at the 2026 ASEAN Summit in Manila, Philippines.

July 2, 2026
Calgary, Alberta

Today, the world faces an energy crisis on three levels: our cost of living, our climate, and our sovereignty increasingly depend on a nation’s ability to supply and control its own energy. More than any other country, Canada is positioned to become the leading supplier of clean and conventional energy to ourselves and the world. To harness this opportunity, we need a new approach – one that builds sustainably and in full partnership with provinces, territories, Indigenous Peoples, and the private sector, and at the speed and scale this moment demands.

To that end, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, today announced that the Government of Canada will refer the Government of Alberta’s proposal for a west coast pipeline project to the Major Projects Office (MPO). This pipeline would transport one million barrels per day of oil toward global markets. The proposed route will largely follow the existing Trans Mountain corridor and will fully respect the Oil Tanker Moratorium Act.

Canada and Alberta will each share equal partnership in the project, and there will be a meaningful equity stake reserved for Indigenous Peoples. Consultations with Indigenous representatives will begin immediately. Pembina Pipeline Corporation will be a private sector investor and will contribute its expertise to the project’s development, which will be led by Trans Mountain Corporation. With the governments’ stake in this project, we will act as catalysts creating additional opportunity for private investment as the project advances. This is a historic partnership between government, the private sector, and Indigenous Peoples to build nation-changing infrastructure that unlocks our resources and delivers them to global markets. This moment is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity – and Canada is moving quickly to seize it.

The MPO will now initiate the process for the pipeline’s potential listing as a national interest project under the Building Canada Act and immediately begin consultations with Indigenous groups, provinces, and territories. Listing under the Act means that the project would undergo a streamlined review that upholds rigorous environmental standards and fully respects the rights of Indigenous Peoples, while streamlining the federal permitting process. Should the project be listed as one of national importance by the MPO, it will be subject to the conditions set by the Office. Throughout this process, the MPO will engage with the Government of British Columbia, and all decisions will be informed by meaningful consultations with Indigenous communities.

To ensure Alberta will export some of the lowest-carbon intensity oil in the world, the Government of Canada, the Government of Alberta, and the Oil Sands Alliance have reached an agreement to advance construction of the Pathways Project. Pathways will be one of the world’s largest carbon capture and storage projects, and alongside other emissions reductions commitments in this agreement, it will achieve 16 million tonnes of emissions reductions per year.

Together, the construction and operation of a west coast pipeline project and the Pathways Project will create approximately 175,000 new jobs in Alberta, British Columbia, and across the country. In addition to the economic development opportunity inherent in Indigenous Peoples participating in holding an ownership stake in the pipeline, the project will generate significant economic opportunity for Indigenous communities through business development, contracting opportunities, jobs, training, and opportunities for equity ownership.

The initiatives announced today reflect the Memorandum of Understanding between the Government of Canada and the Government of Alberta reached in November 2025, and its Implementation Agreement reached on May 15, 2026. The agreement reached with the Oil Sands Alliance gives industry the certainty they need to invest and build. It includes major commitments to sustainability and unlocks our world-class natural resources.

This is cooperative federalism at work. Today’s agreement realises the enormous potential of Canada and Alberta when we build together. In a more dangerous and divided world, Canada is focused on what we can control – we are building our strength at home, diversifying our export partners, and fulfilling our potential as an energy superpower.

Quotes

“In the face of a global energy crisis, Canada controls our own energy and our future. We are unlocking the full potential of our natural resources and ensuring our independence, sustainability, and prosperity for generations to come. Today, we are capitalising on this opportunity by unlocking $200 billion of new investment across the country. Canada will become the global supplier of choice for our allies and partners around the world.”

— The Rt. Hon. Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada

“Canada has everything it needs to become an energy superpower, but only if we build the infrastructure to get our resources to market. Alberta has done its part by putting forward a responsible, world-class proposal and selecting the strongest route to Canada’s west coast. A west coast oil pipeline will create tens of thousands of jobs, generate tens of billions in new provincial and federal revenues, and make Canada more secure and self-reliant. This project will define Alberta’s and Canada’s economic future.”

— The Hon. Danielle Smith, Premier of Alberta

“The project represents a once-in-a-generation opportunity to advance nation-building energy infrastructure that strengthens Canada’s economy and expands access to global markets for Canadian energy. We are proud to participate in this national priority that brings together the Government of Canada, the Province of Alberta, Indigenous partners, and industry.”

— Scott Burrows, President and Chief Executive Officer of Pembina

Quick facts

• A new west coast oil pipeline will strengthen Canada’s energy exports while creating jobs, attracting investment, and increasing government revenues.

  • Up to 140,000 jobs are expected during construction and operation.

• The Pathways Project will contribute more than $16 billion to Canada’s GDP, and support more than 40,000 jobs annually.

• Building on today’s announcement with Alberta, Prime Minister Carney and the Premier of British Columbia, David Eby, signed the new Canada-British Columbia Cooperative Prosperity Agreement, which will further accelerate the construction of major energy and trade corridors throughout the province while building the trade infrastructure we need to ship Canadian energy to new markets around the world. Through these initiatives, Canada’s government is catalysing over $200 billion in new investment, while advancing our trade agenda across Asia.

• Today’s announcement builds on recent progress by Canada and Alberta as agreed in the MOU signed in November 2025:

  • In March 2026, Canada and Alberta reached an agreement-in-principle to reduce oil and gas methane emissions by 75% below 2014 levels by 2035 in Alberta.

  • In April 2026, Canada and Alberta signed a co-operation agreement on Environmental and Impact Assessment to implement a streamlined and flexible impact assessment process to get major infrastructure built faster.

  • In May 2026, Canada and Alberta signed the Implementation Agreement that sets out the framework to implement the November 2025 MOU and translate that shared intent into economic growth and investment. This includes developing priority projects, increasing Alberta’s oil, gas, and electricity production, and advancing progress toward net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

• Through the MPO, launched in August 2025, the Government of Canada is driving tens of billions of dollars in further investments, while creating the conditions for a better connected, more productive, and ambitious country.

  • With today’s announcement, the MPO is advancing a total of 23 nation-building initiatives across nuclear, LNG, critical minerals – such as nickel, graphite, and tungsten – and transportation infrastructure. Together, these projects represent over $135 billion in investments in our economy and more than 150,000 new jobs.

  • Already, the Contrecœur Container Terminal Project and the Nouveau Monde Graphite project, in Québec, have both broken ground – less than seven months after being referred to the MPO. The MPO has also helped the Nouveau Monde Graphite project finalise important offtake agreements and LNG Canada’s proposed Phase 2 expansion reach an agreement that will finalise conditions to enable a potential final investment decision this year.

  • Last month, the government initiated the process for three projects referred to the MPO to be listed as projects of national interest under the Building Canada Act. The projects are the Mackenzie Valley Highway Project, the Grays Bay Road and Port Project, and the Nuclear Waste Management Organization’s Deep Geological Repository.

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• Major Projects Office

July 4, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario

“Today, as the United States marks 250 years of independence, Canada joins in celebration.

In 1936, President Franklin D. Roosevelt stated: ‘The noblest monument to peace and to neighbourly economic and social friendship in all the world is not a monument in bronze or stone, but the boundary which unites the United States and Canada.’

President Roosevelt spoke these words before our brave women and men fought side by side on the beaches of Normandy, and in the mountains of Korea and Afghanistan. Before we built the St. Lawrence Seaway to connect our economies and the world. Before we created NORAD to defend our shared continent. Before we pushed to the frontiers of space exploration – a shared ambition that took our astronauts to the dark side of the Moon aboard Artemis II.

Canadians and Americans have built our friendship and prosperity one generation at a time. Together, we have stood in the face of tragedy, from American firefighters helping to combat the flames in Fort McMurray, to Canadians opening their homes to stranded American passengers after 9/11. Together, we have built more opportunity and prosperity for our workers than we ever could have apart.

Together, we have raised a monument to peace that is an inspiration to the entire world.

And today, Canadians celebrate America and our enduring friendship. Canada’s embassy in Washington, D.C., will be illuminated, and Niagara Falls will be lit in red, white, and blue. Canadian military vessels will join the American fleet in the Sail250 in Norfolk, Baltimore, and New York City, a proud display of our longstanding defence partnership.

Beyond the lights and the ships, we will also leave a lasting symbol of the roots that connect our peoples: Canada is gifting 250 maple trees to be planted in the U.S. capital and across the 13 U.S. states that border our nation.

On behalf of the Government of Canada, I extend my best wishes to the American people as they celebrate the United States’ 250^th birthday.”

Carney Just United Alberta and BC Against Trump — Here's the Price - July 5

For years, Alberta and BC were on opposite sides of every pipeline fight in Canada. One Thursday changed all of it. Carney walked into Calgary with a pipeline. He walked into Vancouver with $20 billion. By nightfall, both premiers were smiling for the cameras.

Premier Ford holds a press conference - July 6

Premier Doug Ford is joined by Danielle Smith, Premier of Alberta, to provide remarks and hold a media availability.

July 6, 2026
Halifax, Nova Scotia

The assumptions that shaped decades of Canadian defence and security are being upended. Climate change is causing our Arctic region to warm nearly three times faster than the global average – a shift that adversaries are actively looking to exploit. In this increasingly dangerous and divided world, Canada must be prepared to defend ourselves and our Allies. To that end, Canada’s new government has reached 2% of defence spending for the first time since the fall of the Berlin Wall, transformed defence procurement, and secured over 20 defence and security partnerships in a year.

Key to this mission is the Canadian Patrol Submarine Project (CPSP). Submarines enable the Royal Canadian Navy (RCN) to defend threats near and far from Canada’s shores. Yet, our current fleet is aging, with only one of four submarines seaworthy. With the longest coastline in the world, Canada’s ability to deploy underwater surveillance capability is critical. Our security and sovereignty depend on them.

Today, at Canadian Forces Base Halifax, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, announced that Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) has been selected as the preferred supplier to begin negotiations for delivering Canada’s next fleet of submarines to the RCN. This will be the largest defence procurement in Canadian history, and it will equip the RCN with the capabilities they need to keep Canadians safe.

With ultra-low acoustic and magnetic signatures, TKMS’ 212CD is one of the stealthiest submarines in the world. It is capable of Arctic patrol, undersea surveillance, special forces deployment, and it is fully NATO-interoperable. These submarines provide an unparalleled combination of advanced technology and lethality that will enable the RCN to detect, track, deter and, if necessary, defeat adversaries in all three oceans bordering Canada. This procurement will bolster Canadian security through a platform shared by Germany and Norway, two of Canada’s closest Allies.

The Government of Canada and TKMS will now enter into negotiations to finalise the contracts and all arrangements required to deliver the requirements of the CPSP. Canada will conclude contracting no later than the end of 2027, with the first four submarines to be delivered ahead of schedule, in 2034. In the event that negotiations with the preferred supplier are unsuccessful, Canada may designate Hanwha Ocean as the preferred supplier and enter into negotiations.

The CPSP is being advanced by the Defence Investment Agency and aligns with Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy. Under the Build-Partner-Buy framework, the project demonstrates the Partner approach, with collaborations with trusted Allies to develop and deliver capabilities while ensuring industrial and economic benefits for Canada. The CPSP will prioritise investments across the Canadian supply chain, to create high-paying jobs, leverage Canadian defence industries, and maximise benefits for Canadian workers and businesses.

Canada is taking full responsibility for our defence, including in the Arctic. We have made the largest increase in defence investment in a generation. We are transforming our regulatory system from one that checks boxes to one that builds our defence industrial base with speed and scale. By investing in our people, our capabilities, our industry, and our partnerships, we are building a stronger, more secure Canada – one that is ready to meet today’s challenges, support our Allies, and shape a safer, more prosperous future for generations to come.

Quotes

“In a more dangerous and divided world, Canada must be prepared to defend our interests, protect our citizens, build our economy, and secure our future. To that end, we are making the largest defence procurement in our nation’s history with speed, ambition, and discipline. Canada’s next submarine fleet will secure our coastlines and waters, and their construction will have enormous, lasting benefits for Canadian industries and workers. Together with our German and Norwegian Allies, we will build at speed and scale to expand our strategic capabilities and create greater strategic autonomy. We will build this fleet to build Canada strong.”

— The Rt. Hon. Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada

“Today’s decision will provide the Royal Canadian Navy a critical capability, ensuring we can defend and secure Canada’s vast coastline. From coast to coast to coast, this historic investment in the Canadian Armed Forces will bring strong economic benefits and jobs across the country.”

— The Hon. David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence

“This historic submarine procurement represents more than an investment in Canada’s security – it is an investment in Canadians. By leveraging the Industrial and Technological Benefits Policy, we are creating good-paying jobs, strengthening domestic supply chains, supporting Canadian businesses and innovators, and delivering long-term economic benefits across the country.”

— The Hon. Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions

“Today’s announcement demonstrates that Canada can move at the speed of relevance. Completing a competitive process of this scale in roughly eight months, while maintaining a rigorous and fair evaluation, is an important milestone in modernising defence procurement. It reflects an understanding that national security and economic security go hand in hand. We evaluated proposals on their ability to deliver world-class capability to the Royal Canadian Navy, and on the long-term benefits they will create for Canadian workers, industry, and innovation through our Build-Partner-Buy approach. Finally, this process identified two highly credible solutions. By naming both a preferred supplier and a reserve supplier, we’ve strengthened the resilience of this program and positioned Canada to deliver this critical capability faster and with greater confidence.”

— The Hon. Stephen Fuhr, Secretary of State (Defence Procurement)

Quick facts

• The CPSP will deliver up to 12 modern submarines to replace the aging Victoria-class fleet.

  • The RCN’s current submarine fleet will remain operational into the mid-to-late 2030s.

  • The project will be subject to Canada’s modernised Industrial and Technological Benefits Policy, ensuring the investment generates long-term economic benefits for Canadians.

• The Government of Canada has conducted a rigorous, multi-stage procurement process to identify a preferred supplier, including:

  • A Request for Information issued from September 2024 to February 2025.

  • Identification of two qualified suppliers on August 26, 2025.

  • Issuance of proposal instructions in November 2025.

  • Submission of proposals in March 2026.

  • A bid clarification and amendment process aligned with Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy, concluded on April 29, 2026.

• Advancing the CPSP supports Canada’s broader commitments to sovereignty, continental defence, and collective security with allies, including through the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD).

• To enable defence industries to scale up more easily and with maximum benefit to the Canadian economy, the government launched the Defence Investment Agency and the Defence Industrial Strategy.

  • The Defence Investment Agency is modernising Canada’s defence procurement by centralising expertise, cutting red tape, and streamlining decisions – supporting the implementation of Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy and helping accelerate defence investments.

  • The Defence Industrial Strategy positions Canadian industry to take advantage of $180 billion in defence procurement opportunities and $290 billion in defence-related capital investment opportunities in Canada over the next 10 years.

Germany’s TKMS had the ‘stronger proposal’ for new submarines, says Fuhr - July 6

Canada chose to partner with Germany and Norway to bring a new fleet of submarines to Canada. Secretary of State for Defence Procurement Stephen Fuhr says ‘competitive tension’ was at an all-time high in the battle for this major contract. Plus, Power & Politics asks Fuhr when Canada will have an answer on who will supply its new fleet of fighter jets.

Naval analyst weighs in on submarine contract - Jul 6, 2026

Naval analyst Ken Hansen weighs in on the submarine contract and what it could mean for the Maritimes.

July 6, 2026
Ottawa, Ontario

“On behalf of all Canadians, I extend my gratitude to Canadian Space Agency astronaut Colonel Jeremy Hansen for his extraordinary service to Canada and his remarkable contributions to space exploration.

Colonel Hansen began his career in Cold Lake, Alberta, as a fighter pilot in the Royal Canadian Air Force. Decades later, he made history as the first Canadian to venture to the dark side of the Moon.

With Artemis II, Canada became only the second nation on Earth to send an astronaut on a lunar mission. This remarkable achievement reflects Colonel Hansen’s exceptional skill, unwavering dedication, and decades of perseverance. It is also a testament to Canada – our world-class scientists, cutting-edge technology, and remarkable astronauts.

Throughout his career, Colonel Hansen has carried forward the legacy of Canadian pioneers like Marc Garneau, Roberta Bondar, and Chris Hadfield. Like those who came before him, Colonel Hansen united millions of Canadians around a single mission and pushed the boundaries of what we believed was possible. In doing so, he reminded us of what Canadians can achieve when we take risks and work together to make the greatest country in the world even better.

I wish Colonel Hansen and his family the very best in the years ahead.”

July 7, 2026
Ankara, Türkiye

In a more dangerous and divided world, Canada’s security – and that of our Allies and partners – depends on the strength of our partnerships and the resilience of our industrial base. To meet this moment, we must build at speed and scale to mobilise defence investment, expand defence production, and strengthen our collective security. To that end, Canada has been advancing efforts to establish the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank (DSRB), a new multilateral financial institution that will bring together like-minded partners to mobilise and deploy private capital and support collective security.

A key milestone was reached in April, when following multilateral negotiations in Montréal, Canada and partners agreed to the DSRB’s founding Articles of Agreement that will establish the framework for the new institution. During these negotiations, participating countries unanimously selected Canada as the host of the DSRB’s future headquarters. All Articles of the Charter successfully negotiated in Montréal in April 2026 constitute the only basis for the establishment of the Bank.

Today, at the 2026 NATO Summit in Ankara, Türkiye, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, welcomed the support for the Canada-led DSRB by: Albania, Belgium, Greece, Latvia, Luxembourg, Romania, Türkiye, and Ukraine. These countries will be entrusted with defining the initial policies and directives of the Bank, shaping its operations and ensuring benefits flow to members’ economies. 

Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine has underscored the need for Allies to produce defence capabilities at the speed and scale required to replenish stockpiles and strengthen the Alliance for the long term. As Ukraine continues to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity, Canada recognises the importance of accelerating the deployment of combat-proven technologies, and expanding industrial partnerships among member countries, with particular attention to members facing armed aggression. The DSRB is a pragmatic, forward-looking response that will help mobilise the investment needed to meet these challenges.

As the host nation, Canada is leading the establishment of the DSRB alongside Allies and partners. Leveraging a strong credit rating, the Bank will provide long-term, low-cost financing for defence, security, and resilience initiatives across supply chains, helping governments and small and medium-sized enterprises address critical financing gaps. It will provide guarantees that increase the availability of affordable capital, while also offering loans to member countries for priority investments. Above all, the DSRB will lead to significant job creation across member countries – with new orders for businesses in defence industries and new partnerships in emerging sectors from AI and quantum to space and cyber. 

Lowering the cost of capital will help ease inflationary pressures across defence and dual-use industries, enabling countries to make better use of their defence investments while strengthening industrial capacity across the Alliance. The DSRB will complement – not duplicate – national and multilateral instruments that support defence production. 

Canada now invites partner countries to undertake their respective domestic treaty processes with the shared objective of making the DSRB operational in 2027. Together with Allies and partners, Canada will continue leading the next phase of this work to bring the Bank into operation and strengthen our collective security for the years ahead.

Quotes

“Canada is leading to build the foundations of our collective security. The Defence, Security and Resilience Bank will unlock investment, strengthen our defence industrial base, and ensure that Canada and our Allies have the capacity to meet the challenges of a more dangerous and divided world together.”

— The Rt. Hon. Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada

“As the lead country in establishing the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank, Canada is bringing together Allies and partners to strengthen our shared security. By supporting SMEs in scaling up and seizing new opportunities, the Bank will strengthen our collective capacity to produce and export defence capabilities in response to growing global demand.”

— The Hon. François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Finance and National Revenue 

“The Defence, Security and Resilience Bank reflects our shared commitment to strengthen both our collective security and our economic resilience. By mobilising public and private investment, Canada and its Allies are building the industrial capacity needed to respond to today's challenges and support a stronger Alliance for the future.”

— The Hon. Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs

Quick facts

• Isabelle Hudon, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), is Canada’s lead negotiator for establishing the DSRB.

• A key milestone was reached in April, when following multilateral negotiations in Montréal, Canada and partners agreed to the DSRB’s founding Articles of Agreement that will establish the framework for the new institution. During these negotiations, participating countries unanimously selected Canada as the host of the DSRB’s future headquarters. All articles of the Charter successfully negotiated in Montréal in April 2026 constitute the only basis for the establishment of the Bank.

• Today’s announcement builds on historic investments the federal government has made over the past year to rebuild, rearm, and reinvest in the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF).

  • In one year, we have invested over $65 billion in defence and security, with Canada reaching NATO's 2% defence expenditure target for the first time since the fall of the Berlin Wall. We are on a pathway to meet NATO’s Defence Investment Pledge of spending 5% of GDP on defence by 2035.

  • To enable defence industries to scale up more easily and with maximum benefit to the Canadian economy, the government launched the Defence Investment Agency and the Defence Industrial Strategy.

    • The Defence Investment Agency is modernising Canada’s defence procurement by centralising expertise, cutting red tape, and streamlining decisions – supporting the implementation of Canada’s Defence Industrial Strategy and helping accelerate defence investments.

    • The Defence Industrial Strategy positions Canadian industry to take advantage of $180 billion in defence procurement opportunities and $290 billion in defence-related capital investment opportunities in Canada over the next 10 years.

• Canada’s defence sector is an important contributor to the economy with more than 530 firms directly accounting for 37,700 jobs in 2024, supporting a total of 62,100 jobs across the defence value chain. These companies generated $17.3 billion in revenues that same year and contributed $8.6 billion to GDP across the defence value chain.

July 7, 2026
Ankara, Türkiye

Today, the Prime Minister, Mark Carney, met with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, on the margins of the 2026 NATO Summit in Ankara, Türkiye.

The Prime Minister and the President discussed the latest developments on the ground as well as ongoing diplomatic efforts. Prime Minister Carney reaffirmed Canada’s unwavering support for Ukraine as it continues to defend its sovereignty and pursue a just and lasting peace.

As part of Canada’s $2.8 billion commitment in military support this year, Prime Minister Carney announced military assistance for Ukraine, including $475 million for the purchase of ammunition, nearly $400 million to build 35 Canadian-made armoured vehicles, and $50 million to provide critical technology and engineering equipment.

He underlined the decision earlier this year to extend Operation UNIFIER, Canada’s training and capacity-building mission to Ukraine, until 2029.

The leaders discussed strengthening defence industrial partnerships, including to co-develop drones, an area with world-leading Ukrainian expertise. Prime Minister Carney welcomed Ukraine’s support for the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank and emphasised the Bank’s role in strengthening Allied defence production.

Prime Minister Carney reiterated Canada’s support for Ukraine’s reconstruction, underscoring Canadian expertise in energy and infrastructure. He emphasised Canada’s support for ongoing accountability efforts, including sanctions.

Prime Minister Carney and President Zelenskyy agreed to remain in close and regular contact.