Mark Carney’s transition team has approached former Quebec premier Jean Charest for a role, though details remain unspecified and Charest is not seeking a ministerial position. Charest, who has a strong political background and was involved in the Canada-U.S. relations council, highlights the need for Canada to be self-reliant in a post-Trump world.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is urging new Liberal leader Mark Carney to reconsider federal strategies for the oil and gas industry, criticizing historical policies. Despite Carney’s environmental focus, he’s made promises to enhance Canada’s energy sector, prompting scrutiny from Alberta leaders on whether his tenure might differ from Trudeau’s.
TL;DR: Prime Minister Trudeau asserts Canada will withstand the economic pain from retaliatory tariffs in the ongoing trade war with the U.S., promising government support for affected workers and businesses. Political leaders emphasize party unity and call for economic reforms, while a panel debates the urgency of an electoral mandate to address Canada’s broader economic…
TL;DR: Mark Carney’s candidacy for Liberal leadership sparked misinformation claiming he would be barred from Parliament as he lacks a seat. However, historical precedents allow non-elected leaders to assume roles, albeit without participating directly in House business. Synopsis: A post on January 17, 2025, claimed that Mark Carney, a former central bank head for Canada…