LEADERSHIP

Speaking with reporters in Montreal, PM Justin Trudeau responds to a question on why he has not met in person with the Liberal national caucus following the party's recent byelection loss in Toronto—St. Paul’s. Jul 3 2024

"The prime minister is committed to leading us into the next election and he has our support," Deputy PM Chrystia Freeland responds when asked about the future of Justin Trudeau's leadership following the Liberals' byelection loss in Toronto—St. Paul’s. Jun 25 2024

“There are, as always, a range of perspectives and voices within the Liberal party. And listening to all those voices and giving them all time to engage is really, really important. And that's what we've been doing and it's what I'm going to continue to do while we stay focused on delivering for Canadians," July 3, 2024

Aug 18, 2020 "We do not want an election," PM Trudeau tells reporters in Ottawa when asked whether he is daring the opposition parties to defeat the government with upcoming throne speech; PM says he's seeking a mandate from Parliament to implement government's "ambitious ideals." #cdnpoli "We need a long-term plan for recovery, a plan that addresses head-on the fundamental gaps this pandemic has unmasked," says PM Justin Trudeau as he announces throne speech to be delivered on Sept. 23; PM says he's asked for prorogation in anticipation of throne speech.

Oct 20, 2020 "The opposition is going to have to decide whether they want to make this minority Parliament work or whether they have lost confidence in the govt.," says PM Trudeau of Conservative motion re special committee, which Liberals assert would trigger an election if passed #cdnpoli

“They either say investing in Canadians is a waste of money or that our policies are too woke,” says PM Justin Trudeau, describing Conservative politicians in his Liberal convention speech. “Too woke? Hey, Pierre Poilievre, it’s time for you to wake up,” says Trudeau. May 4 2023

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, in remarks in St. Andrew, N.B., to the Liberal national caucus, responded to the election of Pierre Poilievre as the new leader of the Conservative Party of Canada. Sept 12, 2022

Oct 5, 2023 "I am going to continue to work to bring people together and to make sure our kids are protected while standing up for everyone's rights," says PM Trudeau when asked if he will apologize for his characterization of those involved in parental rights protests.

Aug 1, 2023 "You don't solve problems by scaring people, by stirring up anger," PM Trudeau told a news conference in Hamilton, Ont., yesterday as he responded to a question re: Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's criticisms of the government's policies on housing and inflation.

FINANCE AND FISCAL POLICY

Sep 23, 2020 "While we’re still dealing with this pandemic, I don’t want you – or your parent, or your friend – to take on debt that your government can better shoulder. So yes, in the short term, we’ll keep investing," PM Trudeau says of government's spending measures in response to #COVID19 "In our four biggest provinces, the second wave isn’t just starting, it’s already underway," says PM Justin Trudeau in address to Canadians

"Our government took on debt to reduce the amount that Canadians themselves had to take on," PM Trudeau says ahead of today's economic snapshot. "Our govt was well-positioned to be there for Cdns & lay the groundwork for our economy to bounce back," says the PM. #cdnpoli #COVID19 "As we measure the cost of helping Canadians, we shouldn't forget that the cost of doing nothing would've been far more," says PM Trudeau ahead of today's economic snapshot. "This is not and has not been a time for tightening of belts or for austerity," PM says. #cdnpoli #COVID19

Apr 6, 2022 “We have continued to demonstrate the need to have a declining debt as a proportion of our economy—of the size of our economy—a decreasing debt-to-GDP ratio,” PM Trudeau tells reporters in Ottawa when asked about metrics for fiscal responsibility in the upcoming budget.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau responds to former finance minister Bill Morneau's criticism of the Liberal government's latest federal budget, which proposes changes to the capital gains tax. Apr 23 2024

"We are asking those who have done really well over the past few years to pay a little bit more, to make a little bit less," PM Justin Trudeau reiterates when asked about his government's yet to be tabled legislation on proposed capital gains inclusion rate hike. May 16, 2024

Mar 29, 2023 "I think people need to understand that this is a time where Canadians need that extra support," says Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as he responds to a question the day after tabling the federal budget on when his government plans to balance the books.

Oct 26, 2022 Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, speaking to reporters ahead of question period, is asked about the Bank of Canada's latest interest rate hike and the possibility of a recession.

Sep 1, 2021 "This is a responsible and prudent plan, that is fair and also completely transparent," Justin Trudeau says when asked about current growth projections and Liberal platform that includes $78B in new spending over five years.

MIDDLE EAST

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is asked about Canada's decision to abstain from the vote on a United Nations General Assembly resolution that calls on the Security Council to consider Palestine's full membership to the UN. Canada was one of 25 countries that abstained. May 10 2024

Oct 16, 2023 "Canadians are deeply worried—no matter their background. This is why we must hold on to our commitment to the idea of this country,” says PM Trudeau of Canadians' response to the Israel–Hamas conflict. “Our diversity is our strength. We can never forget this,” he says.

Dec 13, 2023 “We’re going to keep participating in urgent international efforts towards a sustainable ceasefire, but it cannot be one sided. We need to see Hamas lay down its arms,” PM Justin Trudeau says. “There cannot be any future role for Hamas in the governance of Gaza."

Nov 8, 2023 "All of us as political leaders need to do everything we can to get back to bringing people together, to listen to each other," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says as he addresses antisemitism and Islamophobia in Canada amid the Israel-Hamas war.

JUSTICE

"It will no longer be possible to buy, sell, transfer or import handguns anywhere in Canada. In other words, we're capping the market for handguns," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says at a news conference in Ottawa as he outlines government's new gun control bill. May 30 2022

Recalling the history of mass-shootings in Canada from École Polytechnique to Nova Scotia, PM Justin Trudeau announces that federal govt is closing market for military-grade assault weapons, banning 1,500 models. "There is no use and no place for such weapons in Canada," he says. May 1, 2020

"We understand that there are concerns by hunters and farmers that we're going after their shotguns and rifles. We are not, and that's what we are going to make sure with fine-tuning of the legislation," says PM Trudeau when asked if he is reconsidering C-21 amendment. Dec 8 2022

Jun 23, 2022 “We did not put any undue influence or pressure. It is extremely important to highlight that it is only the RCMP—it is only police—that determine what & when to release information,” says PM Trudeau in Kigali when asked about alleged interference in N.S. shooting probe.

Jun 1, 2022 "You don't want to do it without the system and the supports in place. And that's what we were really focused on with B.C.—to make sure that it wasn't just flipping a switch," says PM Trudeau when asked re: possibility of national drug decriminalization following B.C.’s move.

Oct 21, 2022 Prime Minister Justin Trudeau faced renewed questions at a news conference in Surrey, B.C., about alleged political interference in Nova Scotia mass shooting probe in light of newly released audio recording from a key RCMP meeting.

Feb 16, 2021 PM Trudeau outlines govt's new firearms bill: - increase penalties for smuggling & trafficking - enhance police & border officials' powers to keep illegal guns out - create new offences for altering magazines - govt to move forward with buy-back program in coming months

"We are now moving forward to enable those bylaws passed by the cities to have federal and criminal consequences for anyone who violates them," PM Justin Trudeau says of federal government's new firearms legislation (C-21) that will allow municipalities to ban handguns.

CARBON PRICING, CLIMATE CHANGE, AND ENERGY

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announces measures aimed at addressing the impact of the federal carbon pricing plan on rural Canadians, including a 3-year pause on fuel charge on home heating oil deliveries & doubling rural top-up for quarterly pollution price rebates. Oct 26 2023

Responding to Saskatchewan court decision on constitutionality of federal carbon tax, PM Justin Trudeau tells town hall audience at Canada Youth Summit in Ottawa that "the federal government absolutely, absolutely can and must regulate greenhouse gas emissions. May 3, 2019

Mar 29, 2022 "We have spoken extensively with leaders in the oil and gas sector who actually themselves recognize the need to get to net zero by '50," PM Trudeau tells reporters in Vancouver when asked re: the impact of his government’s new emissions plan on oil and gas production.

Apr 7 2024 “Right now, all we see is premiers misinforming Canadians and wanting to take away the Canada Carbon Rebate cheques that are making a huge difference in peoples’ lives,” PM Trudeau says as he responds to a question re: premiers’ calls for meeting on carbon pricing.

Sep 9, 2021 Action on climate change: NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh debates Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau. "You've got the worst track record in all the G7 after six years. How can people trust you?" asks Singh.

Apr 22, 2021 Speaking at the Leaders Summit on Climate hosted by U.S. President Joe Biden, PM Justin Trudeau announces that Canada’s new climate target is to reduce emissions by 40 to 45% below 2005 levels by 2030. Canada's previous target was 30%.

Nov 19, 2020 “We have committed to exceeding our 2030 targets,” asserts PM Justin Trudeau when asked re: timeframe in federal government’s new climate bill, which lays out legal framework for five-year emissions-reduction targets but does not include provisions for a target for 2025. #cdnpoli

UKRAINE

May 8, 2022 PM Justin Trudeau tells reporters in Kyiv that re-opening of Canadian embassy "is an important symbol not just of Canada's steadfast friendship with Ukraine but of the incredible resilience and heroism of the Ukrainian people who ensured that this city did not fall."

May 8, 2022 “Putin and his accomplices will fail. Ukraine will prevail. Slava Ukraini,” says PM Justin Trudeau during a joint news conference alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Kyiv.

Sep 22, 2023 "I'm thankful to you, your government, and of course to all the Canadians. I have a lot of warm words and thanks to say from Ukraine to you, to your beautiful country," Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says ahead of his meeting with PM Justin Trudeau in Ottawa.

"I would like to present unreserved apologies for what took place on Friday and to President Zelenskyy and the Ukrainian delegation for the position they were put in," says PM Justin Trudeau in House re: Parliament's honouring of Nazi-linked veteran. Sep 27 2023

Feb 28, 2022 “In the shadow of authoritarianism, we here know that the path forward is the rule of law, universal values, and freedom. That’s why Canadians and members of this House stand united with Ukraine,” says PM Trudeau as he takes part in Commons debate on the Ukraine crisis.

Feb 25, 2022 "We will be imposing sanctions on President Putin and his fellow architects of this barbaric war," PM Justin Trudeau announces at a news conference in Ottawa; the prime minister also says Canada will support the removal of Russia from the SWIFT banking system.

Feb 21, 2022 “Canada stands with Ukraine. Canada stands with its allies against this aggressive Russian positioning & will respond strongly & firmly with our allies in case of any territorial violation of Ukraine,” says PM Trudeau re Canada’s response to unfolding events in Ukraine.

Aug 22, 2022 At a news conference in Montreal alongside German Chancellor Olaf Scholz, PM Justin Trudeau faces renewed questions about his government’s decision to allow the return of repaired turbines for a pipeline that supplies natural gas from Russia to Germany.

Jul 21, 2022 Asked about Canada's potential to help wean Europe off of its reliance on Russian oil and gas, PM Trudeau says "there are things that we're trying to do in the very short term as we look at this coming winter" and challenges of Russia choosing "to weaponize" its energy supply.

INDIA

"Any involvement of a foreign government in the killing of a Canadian citizen on Canadian soil is an unacceptable violation of our sovereignty," says PM Justin Trudeau on allegations the Indian government was behind the killing of B.C. Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Sep 18 2023

ICYMI, here are PM Justin Trudeau's full remarks to reporters in New Delhi today re: the rescinding of a reception invitation to Jaspal Atwal. Atwal was convicted following the attempted murder of an Indian cabinet minister on Vancouver Island in 1986. Feb 22 2018

Sep 19, 2023 “We are not looking to provoke or escalate. We are simply laying out the facts as we understand them," says PM Trudeau when asked about the Indian govt's response to allegations that it was involved in in the killing of B.C. Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar.

Feb 24, 2022 “Canada is unequivocal in our condemnation of Russia’s unprovoked and unjustified attack on the sovereign, democratic state of Ukraine,” says Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at a news conference in Ottawa.

EMERGENCIES ACT AND FREEDOM CONVOY

"Our job as a government is always to keep people safe and invoking the Emergencies Act was the necessary thing to do to remove the threat and to protect people," asserts PM Justin Trudeau as he responds to findings in the Emergencies Act inquiry's final report. Feb 17 2023

“We now have a choice to make as a society,” says PM Justin Trudeau as he comments on recent protests. “We can choose to keep reliving these scenes that tear at the values that bind us as Canadians, or we can choose to remember who we are & the best vision of what Canada can be.” Feb 21, 2022

“Individuals are trying to blockade our economy, our democracy, and our fellow citizens’ daily lives—It has to stop,” asserts Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as he speaks in an emergency House of Commons debate concerning the ongoing trucker protests in Ottawa. Feb 7, 2022

Feb 21, 2022 “What we’ve seen in these past weeks is not the story of this pandemic. The story of this pandemic is one of unity and solidarity,” asserts Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, speaking at a news conference in Ottawa about the recent protests and blockades. “We now have a choice to make as a society,” says PM Justin Trudeau as he comments on recent protests. “We can choose to keep reliving these scenes that tear at the values that bind us as Canadians, or we can choose to remember who we are & the best vision of what Canada can be.”

“Today, I ask all members of this House to take action against illegal blockades that are harmful to Canadians,” says PM Justin Trudeau in the House of Commons as he takes part in the debate on the government’s motion to confirm its declaration of emergency.

Feb 16, 2022 "No, I'm not going to be using force. The decisions made will be by police doing their jobs the right possible way," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau tells reporters ahead of caucus meeting when asked about the possibility of using force to clear ongoing protests.

Feb 14, 2022 “We are re-enforcing the principles, values, and institutions that keep all Canadians free,” asserts Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in Ottawa as he discusses the federal government’s invoking of the Emergencies Act as part of an effort to resolve ongoing truck blockades. "The scope of these measures will be time-limited, geographically targeted, as well as reasonable & proportionate to the threats they are meant to address,” says PM Trudeau as he confirms federal government has invoked Emergencies Act in an effort to resolve blockades.

Feb 11, 2022 "The absolute safest way for this to end is for everyone to return to your communities now. If you're still participating in illegal blockades, you're hurting your neighbours. So it's time to go home—especially if you have kids with you," PM Trudeau urges protestors. "Make no mistake: the border cannot and will not remain closed," asserts PM Justin Trudeau at a news conference in Ottawa as he outlines efforts to resolve truck blockades. "Everything is on the table because this unlawful activity has to end—and it will end," he vows.

Feb 11, 2022 "We are a long way from ever having to call in the military. Although, of course, we have to be ready for any eventuality. But it is not something we are seriously contemplating at this time,” says PM Trudeau when asked re: prospect of military role in ending blockades.

Feb 7, 2022 “Individuals are trying to blockade our economy, our democracy, and our fellow citizens’ daily lives—It has to stop,” asserts Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as he speaks in an emergency House of Commons debate concerning the ongoing trucker protests in Ottawa.

Jan 31, 2022 “Canadians know where I stand. This is a moment for responsible leaders to think carefully about where they stand and who they stand with,” says PM Trudeau as he responds to a question re: his declining to meet with organizers of anti–vaccine-mandate protest.

Jan 26, 2022 Responding to questions from reporters in Ottawa this afternoon, PM Justin Trudeau commented on the truck convoy currently en route to the nation's capital in protest of the federal government's #COVID19 vaccine mandates.

Feb 17, 2023 "During the Emergencies Act there were certainly things we all could have done more to work together and we will absolutely be reflecting on those," says PM Trudeau when asked re: Rouleau report's finding that govts failed to cooperate & his own responsibility.

Feb 17, 2023 "As I look back on that and as I've reflected on it over the past months, not just freshly from this commissioner's report, I wished I had phrased it differently," PM Trudeau says when asked by reporter if he regrets calling Ottawa protesters a fringe minority.

Feb 23, 2022 “Today, after careful consideration, we’re ready to confirm that the situation is no longer an emergency,” says PM Trudeau, announcing that govt will end its use of Emergencies Act. "We are confident that existing laws and by-laws are now sufficient to keep people safe," he says.

APOLOGIES

In the House of Commons, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau delivers statement of exoneration for six Tsilhqot'in chiefs hanged for murder in 1864–5: "As much as it is within our power to do so, we must right the wrongs of the past." Mar 26 2018

In the House of Commons, PM Justin Trudeau apologizes to LGBTQ2 Canadians: "It is with shame and sorrow and deep regret for the things we have done that I stand here today and say we were wrong, we apologize, I am sorry, we are sorry." Nov 28 2017

PM Trudeau exonerates Chief Poundmaker, wrongfully convicted of treason in 1885: speaks of need to acknowledge the past; "I am here today on behalf of the govt of Canada to confirm without reservation that Chief Poundmaker is fully exonerated of any crime or wrongdoing." May 23, 2019

UNITED STATES

Donald Trump on D.C. meeting with PM Justin Trudeau: In addition to NAFTA, they plan to discuss "mutual defence" and "mutual offence." Oct 11, 2017 Donald Trump, in mtg w/ PM Trudeau, re NAFTA: "We'll see what happens. It's possible we won't be able to make a deal; it's possible we will"

After tabling legislation to implement the new NAFTA, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau tells MPs that "Canada, the U.S. and Mexico are at our most efficient, most secure, and most profitable when we work together, and it's about time we got back to that way of thinking." May 29, 2019

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on U.S. steel and aluminum tariffs: "That Canada could be considered a national security threat to the United States is inconceivable"; calls tariffs "an affront to the longstanding security partnership between Canada and the United States" May 31, 2018

Mar 24, 2023 Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and U.S. President Joe Biden speak briefly with reporters ahead of their bilateral meeting on Parliament Hill, as Biden makes his first official visit to Canada since taking office.

Nov 18, 2021 Speaking in Washington, D.C., following North American Leaders' Summit, PM Trudeau tells reporters he raised in "many, many different conversations" Canada’s concerns re impact on Canadian & U.S. industry of a proposed U.S. tax credit on American-made electric vehicles.

COVID-19

Jun 25, 2020 Speaking in Ottawa, PM Trudeau discusses measures aimed at assisting students, including launch of the Canada Student Service Grant, which will provide one-time payment of $1K-$5K to post-secondary students & recent grads who complete volunteer work this summer. #cdnpoli #COVID19

May 11, 2021 "If case numbers are down and if over 75% of people get vaccinated, we can have a summer that will be much better for everyone," says PM Trudeau as he hopes for a "one-dose summer" and a "two-dose fall" with eased restrictions.

Nov 10, 2020 “I would hope that no leader in our country is easing public-health vigilance because they feel pressure not to shut down businesses or slow down our economy," says PM Trudeau, calling on premiers & mayors “to please do the right thing—act now to protect public health.” #cdnpoli

Oct 27, 2020 "We are in an unprecedented global pandemic that really sucks," PM Trudeau tells reporters in Ottawa when asked re Canadians suffering #COVID19 fatigue. "Nobody wanted 2020 to be this way—but we do get to control how bad it gets by all us of doing our part," says the PM. #cndpoli

Dec 18, 2020 “Be reassured any good-faith mistakes will not be penalized, will not be pursued,” PM Justin Trudeau tells reporters in Ottawa when asked re: the possibility of some recipients of the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) being required to repay funds. #cdnpoli

Nov 20, 2020 "We can do this—we've done it before. We know what to do. We understand this virus much better than before. We need to reduce our contacts. We need to do it right now," says PM Trudeau, urging Canadians to act to slow #COVID19 spread in light of bleak new modelling data. #cdnpoli

Mar 30, 2021 The science is evolving & recommendations are being refined, but experts are focused on Canadians' safety, says PM Trudeau when asked re: NACI & Health Canada messaging on AstraZeneca. The right vaccine for Canadians is the first one they're offered, PM says.

Feb 12, 2021 PM Trudeau gives update on vaccine delivery: —Pfizer has confirmed Canada will receive its expected 4M vaccine doses by end of March —subsequent Pfizer doses to arrive sooner than planned —Canada has purchased 4M additional Moderna doses to arrive over summer.

Jan 29, 2021 PM Trudeau announces new travel measures: —airlines will suspend sun destination service —intl flights must land at YVR, YYC, YYZ, YUL —soon: mandatory airport PCR tests for returning travellers, who must await results at hotels —soon: U.S. land border test requirement

Sep 28, 2021 PM Trudeau outlines his government's five priorities on vaccination as it prepares for the return of Parliament, including moving forward on #COVID19 vaccine mandate for federal public service and full vaccination for those aged 12+ travelling by plane and train.

Sep 16, 2021 "The choices that leaders make in a crisis matter. Half measures won't do to fight this pandemic," says Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau as he comments on the situation in Alberta, where Premier Kenney has declared a public-health emergency due to #COVID19 surge.

PM Trudeau on military assistance in long-term care: —Ont., Que. seeking deployment extension —"In Ontario, they've made some extremely troubling observations about several long-term care facilities in which they've been serving" —spoke with Premier Ford today

May 22, 2020 "Hate, violence, and discrimination have no place in Canada. This is not who we are as Canadians," says Prime Minister Justin Trudeau as he condemns "significant increase in acts of racism" targeting Asian Canadians in recent months. #COVID19

May 15, 2020 "We made the deliberate choice to get the money out the door to millions of Cdns who needed it & bring in measures to go back—go after retroactively people who might have tried to defraud the system," PM Trudeau says when asked re possible fraudulent CERB claims #cdnpoli #COVID19

Apr 23, 2020 "We are failing our parents, our grandparents, our elders," PM Trudeau says of #COVID19 crisis in long-term care homes as he confirms govt will answer Ont & Que requests for military aid. In weeks ahead "we will all have to ask tough questions about how it came to this," says PM.

Providing further details on the Canada Emergency Response Benefit, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he will seek to recall Parliament. PM asserts that "this is the largest economic program in Canada's history" and says "this must be a Team Canada effort." PM Trudeau provides details on Canada Emergency Response Benefit: - cannot get both wage subsidy & CERB - register online or by calling CRA - direct deposit in 3–5 days; 10 days by mail- once-a-month check-in - no action needed if applied already via EI Apr 1 2020

New federal travel rules aimed at slowing COVID-19: "As of Monday at noon, people showing any signs whatsoever of COVID-19 will be denied boarding on all domestic flights and intercity passenger trains," announces PM Justin Trudeau at news conference in Ottawa. Mar 28, 2020

Speaking in Ottawa, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau confirms that the House of Commons will convene on Tuesday, March 24th at noon to consider emergency legislation to implement the government's COVID-19 economic aid package. Mar 22, 2020

PM Justin Trudeau: "I just spoke to President Trump again this morning, and we have agreed that both Canada and the United States will temporarily restrict all non-essential travel across the Canada-U.S. Border." Mar 18, 2020

"Upon my doctor’s recommendation I will remain in self-isolation for 14 days. I want to be clear. I have no symptoms and I'm feeling good and technology allows me to work from home," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says in Ottawa after his wife tested positive for COVID-19 Mar 13, 2020

Sep 13, 2022 "No government is ever going to get unanimous consent on every important measure it puts forward," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says in response to a reporter's question about criticism of his government's #COVID19 vaccination policies and divisiveness in Canada.

Dec 22, 2021 "The members of my staff and detail who have tested positive are following public-health guidelines. As am I, as are everyone. I have been taking rapid tests. So far negative," PM Justin Trudeau tells reporters. "I'm being careful about everything that I do."

Oct 21, 2021 "I know that Canadians expect their members of Parliament to be leaders—and every party has recognized that vaccination is the way through this," says PM Trudeau when asked re vax requirement for MPs entering House of Commons. "It's not too much to ask," the PM asserts.

Oct 21, 2021 Canada will receive enough Pfizer doses to vaccinate all children aged 5–11 "as soon as possible" after Health Canada's approval of the #COVID19 vaccine for paediatric use, announces PM Justin Trudeau at a news conference in Ottawa.

Jul 14, 2021 "The reality is, we know how unbelievably costly and heartbreaking it would be to fall into a fourth wave of this pandemic," PM Trudeau says when asked about reopening the border; he stresses step-by-step approach to ensure sacrifices made by Canadians aren't in vain. #cdnpoli

PIPELINES

As I've said many times, I do not think it is ever appropriate to send the military against Canadian citizens," PM Justin Trudeau tells reporters at news conference in Saint-Jérôme, Quebec, in response to suggestion that the army be called upon to resolve rail blockades Mar 4, 2020

PM Justin Trudeau on Trans Mountain project: - Says he's instructed finance minister "to initiate formal financial discussions w/ Kinder Morgan" w/ goal of removing "uncertainty"; - Says govt is "actively pursuing legislative options" to assert, re-enforce federal jurisdiction Apr 15 2018

Jan 22, 2021 "I will express my concern for jobs and livelihoods in Canada—particularly in the West—directly in my conversation with President Biden," says PM Trudeau when asked re his upcoming call with POTUS & Cdn premiers' concerns re executive order to scrap Keystone XL pipeline. #cdnpoli

IRAN

"While no words will erase your pain, I want you to know that an entire country is with you. We share your grief." — PM Justin Trudeau expresses condolences to those mourning loved ones killed in crash of Ukrainian aircraft near Tehran. At least 63 Canadians were killed. Jan 8, 2020

Oct 7, 2022 "The Canadian Criminal Code is not the best tool to go after states or state entities, but we will continue to look at all tools we can use to do it," PM Justin Trudeau tells reporters in Ottawa when asked why Canada is not listing Iran's IRGC as a terrorist entity.

THE PROVINCES

Jun 8, 2021 "I have long expressed my disagreement with Bill 21 but I have also indicated that is for Quebeckers to challenge and defend their rights in court," PM Trudeau tells reporters when asked re: experts' concerns that Quebec secularism law fosters hatred and discrimination.

"I came with real opportunities for us to engage, on behalf of the people that I represent in that province," Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe says after meeting with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in Ottawa. "I did not hear a willingness to work on those priorities." Nov 12 2019

"There's a lot of work to do to make sure that we're governing for the entire country," Justin Trudeau responds when asked by reporters about western alienation concerns. The PM made the remarks ahead of a gathering on Parliament Hill of current & defeated Liberal MPs Nov 7, 2019

Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau criticizes NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh for saying an NDP government would not intervene in challenging Quebec's secularism Bill 21 Oct 7, 2019

Asked by reporters in Montreal about intervening on Quebec's Bill 21, Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau says if there's a moment when he feels fed. govt should engage in the discussion formally he will do so; adds Canadians know he will always defend their rights. Oct 3, 2019

"I'd always rather work with provinces, but if we have to I will go around them and be there for Canadians," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says when asked about the premiers' letter outlining their response to federal budget 2024 and concerns over federal overreach. Apr 19 2024

Nov 29, 2023 “We have been clear that we want to continue to work with Alberta on building a strong economy for the future and ensuring great jobs,” PM Trudeau says when asked about province’s invocation of its sovereignty act over proposed federal clean electricity regulations.

Nov 30, 2022 "I'm not going to take anything off the table, but I'm also not looking for a fight. We want to continue to be there to deliver for Albertans," PM Trudeau tells reporters in Ottawa when asked if the federal govt will contest Premier Danielle Smith's sovereignty bill.

Nov 4, 2022 Prime Minister Justin Trudeau responds to a reporter's question during Toronto news conference on whether his government will commit to making legislative change in the Charter to narrow the scope of the notwithstanding clause.

CAMPAIGNS

May 25, 2021 "Nobody wants an election before the end of this pandemic," PM Trudeau tells reporters in Ottawa when asked if he will commit to not unilaterally triggering a federal election before the World Health Organization declares the COVID-19 pandemic to be over.

Aug 15, 2021 "After making it through 17 months of nothing like we've ever experienced, Canadians deserve to choose what the next 17 months, what the next 17 years & beyond, will look like," asserts Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau as federal election campaign gets underway.

Sep 7, 2021 "This is not who we are as a country," Justin Trudeau says when asked about yesterday's Ontario campaign stop where protesters threw gravel at him; says he will defend "anyone in this country who has done the right thing, gotten themselves vaccinated."

Aug 27, 2021 "We all had a difficult year. And those folks out protesting—they had a difficult year too. And I know & I hear the anger, the frustration, perhaps the fear," says Justin Trudeau re Liberal event cancellation due to security concerns. "We need to meet that anger with compassion."

Sep 28, 2021 "I think it is very clear from the debates during this election and from the mandate given by Canadians that we get to move even stronger, even faster on the big things that Canadians really want," PM Trudeau says when asked by reporters if he regrets calling election.

"Canadians gave me a lot to think about on Monday night," Justin Trudeau says at his first news conference post-election. "I'm going to take the time necessary to really reflect on how best to serve Cdns & how to work w/ those other parties," he tells reporters in Ottawa Oct 23, 2019

"From coast-to-coast-to-coast, tonight Canadians rejected division and negativity. They rejected cuts and austerity and they voted in favour of a progressive agenda and strong action on climate change," Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau says of party's minority win Oct 22, 2019

Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau is asked about security threat that delayed his rally last night & forced him to wear bulletproof vest. He says his 1st concern was for safety of his family & the people in the room; adds "this will not change at all how I campaign” Oct 13, 2019

"He went after my family. He said hateful misogynist things about my wife," Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau says when asked by reporters about yelling at a protester yesterday. Sept 14, 2021

Sep 21, 2021 “You are sending us back to work with a clear mandate to get Canada through this pandemic and to the brighter days ahead," Justin Trudeau says of the Liberals' second minority government; says "millions of Canadians have chosen a progressive plan."

SNC-LAVALIN

On his claim last night at leaders' debate that allegations made by the Globe and Mail re: his SNC-Lavalin interference were false despite ethics watchdog's findings, Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau says he accepts the ethics report but disagrees w/ its conclusions Oct 8, 2019

Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau and Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer spar at leaders' debate over Indigenous issues. Scheer says he has nothing to learn from Trudeau for firing Canada's first Indigenous justice minister for doing her job Oct 7, 2019

“Even though I disagree with some of his conclusions, I fully accept this report and take responsibility for everything that happened,” Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says in response to the ethics commissioner’s report on his handling of the SNC-Lavalin affair. Aug 14, 2019

ETHICS

Sep 11, 2020 Asked if he accepts any blame for WE Charity's decision to close its operations in Canada, PM Justin Trudeau says "obviously the way it ended up working out was really unfortunate for everyone involved", but says there was no conflict of interest #cdnpoli

Jul 3, 2020 "The decision taken by WE this morning to withdraw from this work with the govt is one that we support," PM Trudeau tells reporters when asked re announcement that WE charity will no longer run $900M student program; PM says situation unfolded in "truly unfortunate" way. #cdnpoli

Jul 30, 2020 At House finance committee, PM Justin Trudeau is questioned by Conservative finance critic Pierre Poilievre on the PM's perception of a possible conflict of interest and on the $ amounts of WE organization payments to Trudeau family members. #cdnpoli

Appearing before the House of Commons finance committee, PM Justin Trudeau faces questions from Conservative finance critic Pierre Poilievre re the PM's correspondence with the ethics commissioner concerning the proposed WE Charity deal. #cdnpoli

Jul 8, 2020 Asked re WE Charity contract for student grants program, PM Trudeau tells reporters that recommendation came from public service & was ratified by cabinet. PM says he did not recuse self from cabinet discussion or decision, cites own longstanding concern w/ youth issues #cdnpoli

Jun 25, 2021 "What Minister Bennett did was wrong, it was hurtful, and of course I am deeply disappointed. She did the right thing by apologizing because it was the wrong thing to do," says PM Trudeau when asked re: cabinet role of Carolyn Bennett in light of her text to Jody-Wilson Raybould.

At the federal leaders' debate, Conservative Leader Andrew Scheer and Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau go head-to-head over Trudeau's record on ethics Oct 7, 2019

Earlier today, Justin Trudeau told reporters he would apologize personally to NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh in light of surfacing of blackface images; Trudeau said he's "in deep agreement w/ Mr. Singh" in pledging to continue fighting all forms of racism, intolerance Sept 20, 2019

"I have always acknowledged that I come from a place of privilege but I now need to acknowledge that that comes with a massive blind spot," Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau tells reporters in Winnipeg after the emergence of multiple photos of him wearing blackface. #cdnpoli Sept 19, 2019

Justin Trudeau statement on photos: "Darkening your face, regardless of the context or the circumstances, is always unacceptable because of the racist history of blackface. I should have understood that then and I never should have done it." Delivering statement on blackface photos, Justin Trudeau addresses his remarks to racialized Canadians: "I what I did hurt them, hurt people who shouldn't have to face intolerance & discrimination because of their identity. This is something that I deeply, deeply regret" Sept 19, 2019

“I take responsibility for it. It was a dumb thing to do. I’m disappointed in myself. I’m pissed off at myself for having done it. I wish I hadn’t done it but I did it. And I apologize for it.”—Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau on 2001 photo of him wearing brownface. Sept 18, 2019

Apr 18, 2023 "We worked, as we do with all vacations, with the ethics commissioner to make sure that all the rules are followed," PM Trudeau tells reporters in Ottawa when asked about his recent vacation to a Jamaican estate owned by a family who donated to the Trudeau Foundation.

RECONCILIATION AND INDIGENOUS ISSUES

"This is an uncomfortable day for Canada but it is an essential day," says PM Justin Trudeau after receiving the final report of the #MMIWG inquiry. Addressing missing & murdered, families and survivors, the PM says "we have failed you. But we will fail you no longer." June 3, 2019

May 24, 2022 “Of course, there is a need for healing, there is a need for partnership, but there’s also going to be a lot of trauma and anger,” PM Trudeau said of the mixed reaction he received at a Kamloops ceremony marking the first anniversary of the unmarked graves discovery.

Jul 2, 2021 "I understand the anger that's out there," says PM Trudeau when asked re: church fires that have followed discoveries of graves at residential school sites; but PM asserts "we shouldn't be lashing out at buildings that can provide solace to some of our fellow citizens."

Jun 25, 2021 "I think, this Canada Day, it will be a time of reflection on what we have achieved as a country, but on what more we have to do," says PM Justin Trudeau in remarks following the location of hundreds of unmarked graves at former Marieval Indian Residential School in Saskatchewan. "This was an incredibly harmful government policy that was Canada's reality for many, many decades. And Canadians today are horrified & ashamed of how our country behaved," says PM Trudeau in remarks on discovery of hundreds of unmarked graves at former Sask. residential school.

May 31, 2021 PM Trudeau addresses discovery at B.C. school: "Sadly this is not an exception or an isolated incident—we're not going to hide from that. We have to acknowledge the truth: Residential schools were a reality—a tragedy that existed here in our country—and we have to own up to it."

Dec 4, 2020 "We're continuing to redouble our efforts because it is unacceptable that any Canadian across the country not have access to safe, clean drinking water," says PM Trudeau when asked if govt will commit to new timeline for ending long-term First Nations boil-water advisories.

FOREIGN INTERFERENCE

At a news conference in Ottawa, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is asked about the inquiry on foreign interference and his level of confidence in the Canadian intelligence apparatus. The prime minister testified at the inquiry yesterday. Apr 11 2024

Jun 6, 2023 "Falling into baseless, partisan attacks isn't worthy of the work that we need to do together as parliamentarians," PM Trudeau said of concerns re: David Johnston's integrity before the special rapporteur on foreign interference's testimony at House procedure committee.

May 24, 2023 "This is an eminent Canadian who has served in many capacities over decades, was appointed governor general by Stephen Harper," says PM Trudeau in response to question re: David Johnston's integrity & if someone else should oversee foreign interference public hearings.

May 3, 2023 "Obviously when it comes to an MP's safety, when it comes to their family's safety, we need to know even if it's a mild concern," says PM Trudeau in response to question on when he was informed of Chinese diplomat targeting Michael Chong's family over his Uyghur motion.

Mar 17, 2023 "He has served in many capacities and the integrity and the character that he has demonstrated every step of the way is absolutely unimpeachable," says PM Trudeau when asked re: reaction to his selection of David Johnston as special rapporteur on election interference.

Mar 8, 2023 Ahead of the weekly Liberal caucus meeting on Parliament Hill, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is pressed by journalists on latest reports re: his knowledge of alleged Chinese interference in Canadian elections.

Mar 6, 2023 PM Justin Trudeau, speaking with reporters at a news conference in Ottawa after announcing that his government will appoint a special rapporteur on alleged election interference, is asked about the rapporteur’s role in deciding on a possible public inquiry. “We’ve seen a level of partisanship around this question that for me requires us to take a step back and to task an eminent, unimpeachable expert, respected & trusted by Canadians, to be able to make recommendations as to what the best path is forward,” says PM Trudeau.

Mar 1, 2023 "We have an awful lot of mechanisms that are underway right now around determining what kind of foreign interference has happened," says PM Trudeau as he responds to question in Vancouver on whether his government will agree to inquiry on foreign election interference.

Feb 27, 2023 "Canadians do want to hear directly from independent experts on the safety, the stability, the security of our elections and of our democratic processes," says PM Trudeau, responding to a question on calls for a public inquiry into China’s alleged election interference

Nov 22, 2022 Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, speaking with reporters ahead of the weekly cabinet meeting on Parliament Hill, responds to renewed questions on whether he was aware of alleged Chinese interference in Canada's 2019 election.

“I have asked my officials to examine these media reports and give all possible answers—everything they can—to the parliamentary committee that’s looking into this,” says PM Trudeau of his government’s response to report of Chinese interference in 2019 federal election.

Nov 16, 2022 Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, at a news conference earlier today at the conclusion of the G20 summit in Bali, Indonesia, was asked whether he raised the issue of election interference during his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping on the sidelines of the summit.

HOUSING

Aug 24, 2021 Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau, at a news conference in Hamilton, Ont., to announce his party's proposed measures for first-time homebuyers, is asked about the effectiveness of his government's existing National Housing Strategy, launched in 2017.

"Today we are releasing the most comprehensive and ambitious housing plan ever seen in Canada. It builds on the sizeable investments we've made over the years, and it goes a lot further," PM Justin Trudeau says as he unveils plan aimed at solving the housing crisis. Apr 12 2024

Apr 11, 2022 Responding to criticisms that he has not done enough to address housing supply, PM Trudeau tells reporters in Victoria that Canadians know that “anyone promising a simple, easy fix to the housing crisis is trying to push something politically that isn’t true.”

DEFENCE

"Canada fully expects to reach NATO's two per cent of GDP spending target by 2032," says PM Justin Trudeau in a news conference on the final day of the NATO Summit in Washington, D.C. July 11, 2024

May 24 2024 "We're now on track to reaching over 1.76 per cent of GDP, which is a record high for Canada, and we're not done yet. There is more to do," says PM Trudeau in response to a question on U.S. senators' urging Canada to meet its 2 per cent NATO defence spending target.

"I recognize Poland stepping up significantly in its own military spending, but so will Canada," said PM Justin Trudeau in joint news conference with Polish counterpart Donald Tusk in Warsaw re: calls for NATO allies to meet defence spending target of 2 per cent. Feb 26 2024

Jul 12, 2023 "Canada continues to step up, continues to invest more and Canadians are there to contribute to the world in meaningful ways," PM Trudeau tells reporters at the NATO summit in Lithuania when asked re: Canada not reaching the alliance’s 2% defence spending target.

Mar 8, 2022 At a news conference in Adazi, Latvia, PM Trudeau announces a multi-year renewal of Operation Reassurance, the Canadian Armed Forces mission to support NATO in central and eastern Europe. The extension comes one year ahead of the scheduled end of the mission.

Mar 12, 2021 “My office was aware that there had been allegations that were directed to the independent authorities. The substance of those allegations—the details of those allegations—were not known by my office," says PM Trudeau when asked re: PMO's knowledge of Vance allegations.

Mar 9, 2021 On the widening investigation into misconduct allegations atop the Canadian military, PM Justin Trudeau says "absolutely unacceptable" to hear reports of intimidation and threats against those flagging allegations. #cdnpoli

Feb 26, 2021 "I think what we've seen—with the current chief of defence staff choosing to step aside because of these allegations—demonstrates that the military & that the govt take extremely seriously any allegations of this sort," says PM Trudeau when asked re handling of misconduct in CAF.

DEMOCRACY

May 30 2024 "The current atmosphere of polarization, of toxicity, of misinformation, of disinformation, of anger directed at individuals and institutions is not a healthy trendline for democracy in Canada," says PM Trudeau regarding reported increase in harassment targeting MPs.

IMMIGRATION

Jan 23 2024 "We need to make sure that the system is working in the rigorous ways that it always has. That's what gives Canadians confidence about it," PM Trudeau tells reporters when asked about Canada's immigration system and govt's planned cap on international student visas.

Mar 24, 2023 “After midnight tonight, police and border officers will enforce the agreement and return irregular border crossers to the closest port of entry with the United States,” confirms PM Trudeau re: deal with U.S. to update application of the Safe Third Country Agreement.

WILDFIRES

Aug 19, 2023 PM Justin Trudeau spoke to reporters after visiting an emergency evacuation centre in Edmonton on Friday night, highlighting the “truly extraordinary” sense of community among Northwest Territories residents facing wildfires.

ONLINE

Jun 7, 2023 "The fact that these internet giants would rather cut off Canadians' access to local news than pay their fair share is a real problem," says PM Trudeau of Meta's plan to temporarily block news content for some Canadians in response to C-18, the govt's Online News Act.

ELECTRIC VEHICLES

Jun 2, 2023 "We will continue to make sure we're getting the right deals for Canadians that create great jobs for the future in growing industries that are going to support communities," PM Trudeau says when asked re: concerns about precedent-setting in Stellantis and VW deals.

ASSORTED

Feb 12, 2023 Speaking briefly with reporters in Ottawa, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau comments on his order for an unidentified aerial object over Yukon to be shot down yesterday: "Recovery teams are on the ground looking to find and analyze the object."

Sep 15, 2022 "In a way, everybody knew her. Canadians feel like they've lost a family member, a family member who grew up alongside us," Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says as he pays tribute to Queen Elizabeth II during the special sitting of the House of Commons.

Sep 8, 2022 “Canada is in mourning. She was one of my favourite people in the world, and I will miss her so.” — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, speaking in Vancouver, on the death of Queen Elizabeth II.

On toppling of John A Macdonald statue in Montreal, PM Trudeau acknowledges need for “clear eye towards the past & mistakes made by previous generations of people who built this country” but says focus should be on “how we improve things today & for the days to come for all Cdns” PM Trudeau, asked re toppling of John A. Macdonald statue in Montreal, says he understands impatience, frustration of Cdns facing systemic racism but asserts “those kinds of acts of vandalism are not advancing the path towards greater justice & equality in this country."

HEALTH

Feb 7, 2023 "We know that it's not just about money needed to improve our health-care systems. We need better outcomes," says PM Justin Trudeau as he responds to a question on the provincial reaction to the federal government's funding offer following first ministers' meeting.

Dec 1, 2022 “We understand that making sure we’re respecting peoples’ rights and their choices, at the same time as we protect the most vulnerable, is a very important but challenging balance to establish," says PM Trudeau about calls to delay expansion of assisted dying for mental illness.

Jul 13, 2022 "I don't think there is a prime minister in Canadian history who over the entire scope of their time in office has met with the premiers and sat down to talk about health care as much as I have over the past two years," says PM Trudeau as he reacts to premiers' calls for meeting.

Aug 23, 2021 "This is our moment to rebuild a health-care system that works for all Canadians, and that our kids can be proud to inherit," says Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau as he promises $6B to reduce wait times, $3B to hire 7,500 doctors and nurses.

PROCUREMENT

Jan 23, 2023 "Obviously, this is a practice that seems entirely illogical and inefficient," says PM Trudeau as he responds to a question on the two-person company that reportedly received a large commission to handle the ArriveCan app but contracted out actual work to other firms.

CHINA

May 20, 2022 "It is the right decision to take for Canada's interests. It's a decision that parallels decisions made by most of our closest allies," PM Trudeau tells reporters in Sept-Îles, Quebec, when asked about his government's decision to ban Huawei from Canada's 5G networks.

Dec 8, 2021 Canada will join a diplomatic boycott of the Beijing winter Olympics, announces Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at a news conference in Ottawa.

Sep 9, 2021 Canada–China relations: Conservative Leader Erin O'Toole and Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau go head-to-head. "We are out of step and our allies are wondering where Canada's gone," O'Toole asserts.

Sep 24, 2021 Michael Kovrig & Michael Spavor are en route to Canada, PM Trudeau tells reporters at a news conference in Ottawa. The announcement comes hours after the U.S.’s resolution of criminal charges against Meng Wanzhou and the dropping of her extradition case in Canada.

Mar 19, 2021 “Let me be very clear: Their arbitrary detention is completely unacceptable—as is the lack of transparency around these court proceedings,” says PM Justin Trudeau as the two Michaels face hearings in China. “Our top priority remains securing their release,” says the PM.

Feb 19, 2021 "We're still reflecting very carefully on the best path forward for Canada," says PM Trudeau when asked re: Conservative motion calling on government to recognize China actions against Uyghurs as genocide; PM asserts that "moving forward multilaterally" is best approach. #cdnpoli

"I respect the distinguished Cdns who put forward that letter but I deeply disagree with them," PM Trudeau tells reporters when asked re letter from former parliamentarians & diplomats seeking halt to Meng Wanzhou extradition in effort to free two Michaels held by China #cdnpoli "We cannot allow political pressures or random arrests of Canadian citizens to influence the functioning of our justice system," says PM Justin Trudeau in response to letter from former parliamentarians & diplomats calling for halt to Meng Wanzhou extradition proceeding.

COST OF LIVING AND INFLATION

May 18, 2022 "We continue to look for ways to support families without adding to the inflationary pressures in the economy," PM Justin Trudeau told reporters in Ottawa when asked about high inflation. Statistics Canada's latest report indicates inflation rate hit a 31-year high.

Jan 19, 2022 At a news conference in Ottawa, PM Justin Trudeau responds to questions re: the federal government's plan to combat inflation. The questions come following the release of new Statistics Canada numbers showing the annual rate of inflation at a 30-year high in December.

CHILD CARE

Mar 28, 2022 "Canadian families from coast to coast to coast will benefit from quality, early learning, accessible, affordable child care, which is a historic moment for parents, for kids, for families, but also for businesses across the country," says PM Trudeau as he announces Ontario deal.

NDP AGREEMENT

"With so much instability around us, Canadians need stability," asserts PM Justin Trudeau has he confirms that the Liberal government has reached a "supply and confidence" agreement with the NDP, effective from today through to the end of the current Parliament in 2025.

Sep 15, 2021 "I think it is cynical of Mr. Singh to continue to pretend that there is no difference between a Conservative government and a Liberal government," Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau says in response to the NDP leader's assertion that he isn't progressive.

AFGHANISTAN

Sep 9, 2021 Liberal Leader Justin Trudeau says Canada will continue to be there for the people of Afghanistan, when asked following the English-language leaders' debate about Afghanistan evacuation efforts.

Aug 26, 2021 "This particular moment is done—and it's heartbreaking to see. But there is much more to do and Canada will continue to be there for Afghans & the Afghan people," says Justin Trudeau when asked re Canada's announcement that Kabul evacuation efforts have ended.

JULIE PAYETTE

Jan 22, 2021 Asked if he owes apology to Rideau Hall workers re Payette, PM Trudeau says “I think as a govt we’ve demonstrated time & time again how important it is to create workplaces that are free & safe from harassment and in which people can do their important jobs in safety & security.”

SOCIETY

Jun 11, 2020 "Canadian exceptionalism isn't thinking that we're the best. It's knowing that we could be. It's knowing that this country remains a work in progress—that we can & we must do better," says PM Trudeau, affirming his belief that there is systemic discrimination in the RCMP #cdnpoli

Jun 8, 2020 PM Justin Trudeau on systemic discrimination & racism in Canadian police forces: —says has spoken w/ RCMP commissioner re possible adoption of body cameras & will also raise with provinces —says public safety minister has committed to improving Indigenous policing "With the many disturbing reports of violence against Black Canadians & Indigenous people we know that we need to do much more & we need to do it now," says PM Trudeau, asserting Cdns deserve "real commitments as quickly as possible that address the root causes of these problems"

Jun 1, 2020 "As a country, we can't pretend that racism doesn't exist here. Anti-Black racism is real. Unconscious bias is real. Systemic discrimination is real. And they happen here in Canada," says PM Trudeau, addressing anti-racism protests in response to killing of George Floyd. #cdnpoli

SECURITY COUNCIL FAILURE

Jun 18, 2020 PM Trudeau: Bid to secure UN security council seat was "never an end in itself, but rather a means to an end—a means to ensure that our voice was heard & our values upheld on the world stage. The bid was certainly one way to achieve this, but it's far from the only way." #cdnpoli