Carney government
Coverage of Carney government in the Nexus archive.
- Trump threatens Canada over wildfire smoke choking US cities
U.S. President Donald Trump and Republican lawmakers blamed Canada for wildfires causing hazardous air quality in U.S. cities, accusing the Canadian government of poor forest management. Canada emphasized its partnership with the U.S. in wildfire response, while climate advocates attributed the crisis to climate change. Trump threatened tariffs and sanctions, and GOP Senator Bernie Moreno pledged legislation to sanction Canada.
- First Nations chiefs vote to oppose Carney government's proposed major projects reforms
Assembly of First Nations chiefs unanimously opposed the Carney government's proposed reforms to streamline major project development, citing concerns that the reforms could weaken environmental protections or bypass Indigenous rights.
- Carney government shakes up diplomatic missions in U.S. with new consular appointments
The federal government announced new consular appointments in the U.S., restructuring diplomatic missions following delayed trade talks. The changes aim to reorganize the diplomatic team across the country.
- Canada is making a bet on Saudi Arabia despite war and political risk
Canada is making a bet on Saudi Arabia despite war and political risk. Just three days after Prime Minister Mark Carney left Saudi Arabia, the Houthis of Yemen ended a four-year-old ceasefire with the kingdom. The Carney government is determined to exploit business and investment opportunities in Saudi Arabia.
- Carney talks about Canada's 'energy sovereignty.' But what does that really mean?
Canada's leaders, including the Carney government, have emphasized 'energy sovereignty' following Donald Trump's second-term policies and rhetoric targeting Canada. The Carney government's approach to energy sovereignty appears distinct from interpretations in other countries.
- Carney government passes law allowing authorization of banned pesticides
The Carney government has passed a law allowing the authorization of pesticides that were previously banned.
- Ex-top climate adviser says Alberta pipeline deal is not compatible with net-zero target
Canada's former top climate adviser stated the pipeline deal between Canada and Alberta is incompatible with the Carney government's net-zero target. The statement highlights concerns about the agreement's alignment with climate goals.
- After 'feedback from thousands,' Carney government slows down sweeping environmental changes
The Carney government has slowed down sweeping environmental changes following feedback from thousands. The decision reflects a response to public input on policy adjustments.
- After 'feedback from thousands,' Carney government slows down sweeping environmental changes
The Carney government is slowing down planned regulatory changes that angered some First Nations and mobilized civil society organizations. This decision follows feedback from thousands of people.
- Will the Alberta-Canada carbon pricing deal work? A new analysis is skeptical
A new analysis suggests the Carney government's pipeline deal may hinder Canada's progress toward climate targets, despite a carbon pricing agreement. The deal raises concerns about aligning with environmental goals.
- Unions warn Carney government is considering sweeping changes to labour law — including the right to strike
Canadian unions are warning that the Carney government is considering significant changes to labor laws, including the right to strike, as Ottawa consults on reforms affecting over a million workers in federally regulated industries amid claims of 'immense stress.'