Trudeau Reaffirms Canada’s Commitment to Ukraine During NATO Assembly in Montréal
Montréal, Quebec — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with Ruslan Stefanchuk, Speaker of Ukraine’s Verkhovna Rada, during the NATO Parliamentary Assembly in Montréal on November 25, 2024, underscoring Canada’s steadfast support for Ukraine amid Russia’s ongoing war of aggression.
Trudeau reiterated Canada’s unwavering solidarity with the Ukrainian people, emphasizing that Canada will continue to provide assistance until Ukraine achieves victory. The meeting also touched on President Volodymyr Zelenskyy’s diplomatic efforts toward peace. Trudeau expressed Canada’s support for the goals of Ukraine’s Peace Formula and its broader victory plan.
Ruslan’s leadership in the Parliament of Ukraine has helped bring the world together in support of Ukraine’s defence — and Ukraine’s victory.
Glad to welcome him to Canada today. pic.twitter.com/FLejfmfTvj
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) November 25, 2024
Since the start of the conflict, Canada has provided $19.5 billion in diverse support to Ukraine, including $4.5 billion in military assistance. This aid package included the delivery of a National Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile System (NASAMS), which recently arrived in Ukraine.
Stefanchuk expressed gratitude for Canada’s contributions, highlighting the significant impact of its military and financial assistance.
The meeting comes as international leaders gather in Montréal for the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, a forum to discuss security challenges and strengthen ties between member states.
Canada has been a staunch ally of Ukraine, leveraging diplomatic, financial, and military resources to counteract the destabilizing effects of Russia’s invasion. As the war continues, Trudeau’s meeting with Stefanchuk reaffirms Canada’s role as a key supporter of Ukraine on the global stage.
