By The Canadian Press

Quick quotes: Reaction to Mark Carney being sworn in as prime minister

Mar 14, 2025 | 3:25 PM

OTTAWA — Mark Carney has been sworn in as Canada’s new prime minister, succeeding Justin Trudeau.

Here’s how some leaders and politicians are reacting to his appointment.

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“I’d like to begin by … wishing Mr. Trudeau a happy retirement and all the best to his family and congratulating Mr. Trudeau’s economic adviser, Mark Carney, on becoming prime minister only three months after he moved his headquarters out of Canada to New York, moving jobs away from Canada.” — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre

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“Congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney and cabinet.” — Former immigration minister Marc Miller

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“Congratulations to Mark Carney @MarkJCarney on becoming the 24th Prime Minister of Canada today.” — Former justice minister Arif Virani

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“Congratulations, Prime Minister Mark Carney. The road ahead is not an easy one, and in these defining times, Canadians expect all of us to step up and lead with clarity and purpose.” — Ontario NDP Leader Marit Stiles

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“Congratulations to our new leader of the Liberal Party of Canada and Prime Minister of Canada, Mark Carney! Congratulations to my colleagues in the cabinet. Canada needs you now more than ever to build a better future.” — Heritage Minister Pascale St-Onge

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“Congratulations to Prime Minister @MarkJCarney and his cabinet members on their swearing-in today. I look forward to working together to deliver for Torontonians by building more affordable homes faster, feeding more kids, and getting Toronto moving.” — Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow

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“Congratulations to @MarkJCarney on assuming office as the Prime Minister of Canada … Throughout history, Ukraine and Canada have stood together as steadfast partners, united by shared values of freedom, democracy, and justice. I am grateful to Canada for its unwavering support in deterring Russia’s military aggression.” — Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy

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“Congratulations to @MarkJCarney on becoming Canada’s new Prime Minister. Wishing you success in serving the Canadian people in this leadership role. Ukraine and Canada share not only a deep friendship but a bond built on shared values of freedom and democracy.” — Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal

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“Congratulations to @MarkJCarney on becoming Canada’s next Prime Minister. Europe and Canada are trusted friends and partners. Today this relationship is more crucial than ever. I look forward to working with you to defend democracy, free and fair trade, and our shared values.” — European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen

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My congratulations to @MarkJCarney on taking office as the new Prime Minister of Canada! Canada is our friend & ally, and we deeply value – ties based on shared values, contribution to the Baltic region security, and your support for Ukraine. I’m confident that our excellent cooperation will only continue to grow.” — Prime Minister of Lithuania Gintautas Paluckas

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“Best wishes to @MarkJCarney on becoming Canada’s PM. Moldova values Canada’s support for our resilience, and our bond is strengthened by the vibrant Moldovan community there. I look forward to advancing democracy, economic resilience, and global stability together.” — President of Moldova Maia Sandu

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“Congratulations to Mark Carney for his appointment as prime minister. Mexico and Canada share a relationship of friendship, trade and co-operation based in respect and shared prosperity in the region. Let us work together to strengthen our ties for the benefit of both our countries.” — Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum

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“Our countries and our people have shared values and a bright future. I look forward to working with you to build Australia-Canada relations.” — Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese

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“I congratulate Mr. Mark Carney @MarkJCarney on being sworn in as the Prime Minister of Canada. Wish him a successful tenure in office and look forward to working with him to further strengthen Pakistan-Canada relations in all spheres.” — Prime Minister of Pakistan Shehbaz Sharif

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“I extend my earnest congratulations to Mr. Mark Carney @MarkJCarney on the occasion of his swearing-in as Prime Minister of Canada. I convey my sincere wishes for his success in fulfilling the responsibilities inherent to his esteemed position. I look forward to engaging in collaborative efforts to enhance the historic cooperative relationship with the friendly country of Canada.” — President of Egypt Abdel Fattah el-Sisi

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published March 14, 2025.

Canadian Press Staff, The Canadian Press