Pierre Poilievre Criticizes Mark Carney, Labels Him “Carbon Tax Carney”
Toronto, ON – Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre has sharpened his critique of Mark Carney, a prominent economist and former Bank of Canada Governor, in a recent social media post that highlights growing tensions as Canada’s next federal election looms.
In a tweet posted earlier today, Poilievre referred to Carney as “Carbon Tax Carney,” accusing him of being closely aligned with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s economic policies. “Liberal media have launched a full campaign to support the Chair of Trudeau’s Economic Growth Council—Carbon Tax Carney,” Poilievre wrote. “He has been Trudeau’s top economic advisor, with a $62B deficit and a massive carbon tax. Don’t be fooled. Carbon Tax Carney is Just Like Justin.”
Liberal media have launched a full campaign to support the Chair of Trudeau’s Economic Growth Council—Carbon Tax Carney.
He has been Trudeau’s top economic advisor, with a $62B deficit and a massive carbon tax.
Don’t be fooled. Carbon Tax Carney is Just Like Justin.
— Pierre Poilievre (@PierrePoilievre) January 2, 2025
The statement underscores Poilievre’s ongoing efforts to link Carney to the Liberal government’s controversial carbon tax policy, which Conservatives argue has burdened Canadian families and businesses. Carney, often speculated as a potential Liberal leadership contender, has yet to confirm any intentions to formally enter politics.
This latest salvo is part of an increasingly heated debate over Canada’s economic direction. Poilievre has consistently criticized the Liberal government for its fiscal policies, including deficits and climate initiatives, positioning himself as a champion for affordability and economic growth.
Observers note that Poilievre’s attacks signal a strategy to frame the next election as a choice between his vision of lower taxes and fiscal responsibility versus what he portrays as Liberal overspending and economic mismanagement.
The Liberal Party has yet to respond directly to Poilievre’s comments, and Carney has remained silent on the issue. With political stakes rising, the rhetoric between party leaders is likely to intensify in the months ahead.
GTA Today will continue to track developments in this unfolding political story.
