Mark Carney takes office as Canadian prime minister

Published March 14, 2025 12:49pm ET



Former central banker Mark Carney is now the prime minister of Canada after being sworn into office in Ottawa.

Carney, who has never held office as an elected official, swore an oath of allegiance to King Charles III on Friday at Rideau Hall before jointly signing his official appointment with Governor-General Mary Simon.

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