Prime Minister Mark Carney welcomes President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen to the G7 Summit in Kananaskis, Alta., on June 16, 2025. The Canadian Press/Darryl Dyck
Ottawa’s intention to turn to Europe to deepen defence ties amid uncertainty in the U.S. relationship could bring great economical benefits, but there is uncertainty around the feasibility and viability of the pact, a group of former top officials suggest in a white paper.
Canada and the European Union (EU) announced the signing of a Security and Defence Partnership during the G7 Summit in Alberta in mid-June. The deal allows the start of negotiations for Canada to join the EU’s rearmament program.
