Prime Minister Mark Carney is urging Canadians to embrace unity and support one another in his Canada Day message, pointing to the country’s history of building big - together.
“Today we celebrate an incredible country that spans three oceans, six time zones, and ten million square kilometres of breathtaking landscapes,” Carney said.
In his address, Carney reflected on key moments that shaped the country, including Confederation in 1867, the completion of the national railway in 1885, and the opening of the Trans-Canada Highway in 1962.
“Canadians have never just imagined a stronger, more united country. We have picked up our tools and built one,” he said.
Focus on supporting Canadian workers and communities
Carney also emphasized the importance of supporting local industries and communities, encouraging Canadians to choose domestic products and rediscover the country’s landscapes.
“Choosing to build big with Canadian workers, Canadian materials, Canadian values, choosing Canadian produce,” he said, describing what he called a renewed sense of national solidarity.
He added that “small acts of solidarity repeated millions of times” can strengthen the country in meaningful ways.
Unity in diversity
The Prime Minister acknowledged ongoing challenges, noting that division remains a concern - but stressing that Canada’s strength comes from its diversity.
“Unity is not uniformity,” Carney said. “Our differences are strengths to be nurtured, not risks to be managed.”
He pointed to inclusivity, sustainability, and solidarity as the core values that continue to shape the country.
A message of growth and shared purpose
Carney closed his message with a call for Canadians to continue building a stronger future together.
“When we show kindness, kindness grows. When we seek unity, unity grows. When we are Canadian, Canada grows,” he said.
“That’s our conviction, and it has never been stronger.”
