Canada at the Holy See

Russia: We'll help reunite Ukrainian children with their families if we receive “verified lists”. Also Russia: -Unlawfully deports & forcibly transfers children -Changes identities -Imposes citizenship -Enables illegal adoptions -Limits access to the records needed to find them

This evening, the Right Honourable Prime Minister Mark Carney connected with Canadian Space Agency astronaut @astro_jeremy during a live call from the Artemis II mission. More details: canada.ca/en/space-agenc… @CanadianPM

Prime Minister Carney wishes a happy and blessed Easter to everyone celebrating. pm.gc.ca/en/news/statem…

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Congratulations to fellow Canadian, His Excellency Archbishop Petar Rajic, newly named Prefect of the Pontifical Household at the Vatican. Wishing Archbishop Rajic all the best, we look forward to working with him in his new role at the heart of the Holy See. Ad multos annos!

#Francophonie Month at @CanadaHolySee.   At a roundtable at Institut International Sainte-Dominique, Ambassador Joyce Napier spoke on the topic of professions, and, at @UnintUniversita, on the Human Factor in New Forms of Communication.

This new multilateral financial institution will mobilize capital at scale, accelerate defence production, and strengthen collective security. canada.ca/en/department-…

Prime Minister Carney joined @G7 leaders today to discuss the situation in the Middle East, including the global economic implications of the crisis and efforts to prevent further regional escalation and protect civilian lives. Summary of the call: ow.ly/6jSc50YsxQT

Today, Prime Minister Carney convened the Incident Response Group to discuss the situation in the Middle East. Canada is focused on protecting Canadians in the region and continuing to work with partners to de-escalate the conflict. Summary: pm.gc.ca/en/news/readou…

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Statement by Prime Minister Carney and Minister Anand on the situation in the Middle East: ow.ly/Ylix50Ynnky

Four long years into Russia’s unjustifiable and full-scale invasion, Ukraine has persisted. Today and every day, Canada remains steadfast in its commitment to protect, restore, and rebuild Ukraine. Prime Minister Carney’s statement: ow.ly/3zh050Yl5eB

Four years of childhood lived in fear. Russia started this war. Russia must end it. #StandWithUkraine

Met with His Eminence Cardinal Pietro Parolin and His Excellency Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher at the #Vatican. We discussed our respective foreign policies. I also thanked them for the Vatican’s efforts to facilitate the return of Indigenous artifacts to communities in Canada.

As the world comes together for #MilanoCortina2026, a united nation stands with you, @TeamCanada – cheering every triumph and every moment you carry the maple leaf close to your heart. 🇨🇦 ow.ly/gfH850YackO

#IDW2026 has officially begun! Join Secretary of State Randeep Sarai and Parliamentary Secretary Yasir Naqvi in celebrating Prosperity through Partnership and the many ways Canadians work with global partners to build a more resilient world.

In Switzerland, Prime Minister Carney concluded his participation in #WEF26 Annual Meeting, where he advanced trade and investment partnerships that will generate meaningful opportunities at home and build a stronger, more independent Canadian economy. ow.ly/HPAI50Y0OBa

Russia has increased its strikes on #Ukraine’s #energy infrastructure, claiming it is a military target. But the fact is that those strikes are disrupting services vital to Ukraine’s civilian population. #StandWithUkraine

His Holiness Pope Leo XIV received today the diplomatic corps for his annual New Year’s address.   Ambassador Joyce Napier thanked him on behalf of Canada for the recent return of Indigenous artefacts. Happy New Year to all!

Message from the Governor General on the return of Indigenous artefacts by the Vatican: gg.ca/en/media/news/…