Carney emphasizes unity in Canada Day remarks

Prime Minister Mark Carney marked Canada Day in Ottawa by stressing unity and connection as Canada faces political and economic pressure. Speaking at the national ceremony at LeBreton Flats Park, Carney said Canadians have shown courage in a “more dangerous and divided world” and argued that connection is how the country can achieve difficult goals. He also said his government is working closely with Alberta as separatist sentiment grows in the province. The remarks came as Canada continues to deal with trade tensions with the United States and uncertainty over the future of the CanadaU.S.Mexico Agreement, which Washington has said it will not renew in its current form. Former prime minister Justin Trudeau also urged Canadians to stay open to one another and strengthen ties across the country.