Prime Minister Carney Reaffirms Support for Ukraine in Call with President Zelenskyy
Canada pledges continued defence and humanitarian support following Russian strikes on Ukraine’s energy grid.
Ottawa — Prime Minister Mark Carney spoke with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Saturday to discuss Russia’s escalating attacks and Canada’s ongoing support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and energy security.
During the call, Prime Minister Carney condemned Russia’s recent strikes on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, which have left thousands without electricity ahead of the winter season. He reaffirmed Canada’s commitment to stand with Ukraine and announced that Canada is working closely with Kyiv to identify new measures to strengthen Ukraine’s energy grid and secure sufficient natural gas supplies in the months ahead.
The two leaders also discussed Russia’s ongoing war of aggression and the importance of maintaining international coordination through the Coalition of the Willing — a partnership aimed at supporting Ukraine’s defence and advancing long-term peace and stability in the region.
Spoke with President @ZelenskyyUa earlier.
After yesterday’s abhorrent Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy grid, which left thousands of Ukrainians without power, Canada will support Ukraine’s defence of critical infrastructure.
Alongside our Coalition partners, Canada…
— Mark Carney (@MarkJCarney) October 11, 2025
Prime Minister Carney and President Zelenskyy highlighted progress under the International Coalition for the Return of Ukrainian Children, co-convened by Canada and Ukraine during the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly last month. The coalition continues to focus on securing the safe return of thousands of children unlawfully taken from Ukraine.
Strengthening Defence and Economic Coordination
Prime Minister Carney reaffirmed that Canada remains one of Ukraine’s strongest allies, having provided over $12.4 billion in direct financial and military assistance, the largest per-capita contribution among G7 nations.
He also confirmed that Canada’s recent acquisition of NATO’s Prioritised Ukraine Requirements List package of U.S. military equipment will bolster Ukraine’s air defence capabilities at a crucial point in the conflict.
The two leaders agreed to stay in close contact as their respective finance ministers prepare to meet at the G7 Finance Ministers’ Meeting in Washington, D.C., alongside the 2025 Annual Meetings of the World Bank Group and International Monetary Fund (IMF), where additional financial pressure on Russia will be discussed.
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