Prime Minister Carney to attend Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting to strengthen partnerships in trade, investment, and sustainable development

OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 28, 2026 /CNW/ -- In a more dangerous and volatile world, the Commonwealth remains a constant. Its 56 member nations span the Caribbean, Europe, Africa, North America, and the Indo-Pacific – united by a shared belief that we can achieve far more together than we can alone.

Canada is deepening these partnerships to create new economic opportunities and build a more resilient, more secure, and more prosperous world for all. As part of this mission, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that he will travel to St. John's, Antigua and Barbuda, from November 2 to 4, 2026, to participate in the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).

At CHOGM, Prime Minister Carney will meet with Commonwealth leaders to deepen trade and investment ties and accelerate cooperation on climate resilience and renewable energy. The Prime Minister will also discuss pressing geopolitical challenges and the future direction of the Commonwealth – including how its members can work together to bolster collective security.

As Canada charts its path forward in this new world, we look to our fellow Commonwealth members as partners. Together, we are building on the foundations that unite us – democracy, human rights, sustainable development – to create greater security, stronger economies, and new opportunities for our peoples.

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"In a more dangerous and divided world, Canada is drawing closer to our Commonwealth partners. We are turning our shared values into shared strength – expanding trade and deepening climate cooperation to build a safer, more prosperous future for our peoples."

-- The Rt. Hon. Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada

Quick facts

• The Commonwealth brings together 56 countries, representing 2.7 billion people from across the Caribbean, Europe, Africa, North America, and the Indo-Pacific, including some of the world's fastest-growing economies.
• Canada is the Commonwealth's second-largest financial contributor.
• CHOGM is a biennial summit of Commonwealth leaders. It brings together heads of government, ministers, and representatives from business, civil society, and youth organisations to advance shared priorities such as climate resilience, trade, innovation, equality, and sustainable development.
• This will mark Prime Minister Carney's first participation at CHOGM.

Associated link

• Canada and the Commonwealth

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