Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has described India as “a key player” while aiming to broaden Canada’s trade relationships. There is growing speculation that the long-paused Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) negotiations between India and Canada could resume under his leadership. Meanwhile, in a dramatic turn during the 2025 Canadian federal election, the New Democratic Party (NDP), led by Jagmeet Singh, suffered a significant setback—dropping to single-digit seats and losing its official party status.
As Mark Carney’s Liberal Party emerged victorious in Canada’s 2025 federal election, expectations are rising for a renewed chapter in India-Canada relations. While the Liberals are projected to secure more seats in the 343-member Parliament than the Conservatives, it remains uncertain whether they will achieve a clear majority of at least 172 seats or require support from smaller parties to form a government. Carney has emphasized that ties with India are “extremely important,” indicating a potential diplomatic reset.
Highlighting the significance of the relationship, Carney told Y Media, “The Canada-India relationship is incredibly important on many levels — personal, economic, and strategic.” He noted the strong personal connections many Canadians share with India, underlining the depth of bilateral ties and the potential for future cooperation.
On the issue of pro-Khalistan militant Hardeep Singh Nijjar’s killing, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has avoided making direct remarks but indicated optimism about resolving tensions between India and Canada. According to The Daily Guardian, Carney stated, “There are strains on that relationship that we didn’t cause, to be clear, but there is a path forward to address those with mutual respect and to build out.”
India-Canada relations had deteriorated sharply under former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau after he publicly accused Indian agents of involvement in Nijjar’s killing — a claim that severely strained diplomatic ties. However, signs of a thaw have recently emerged. India’s Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson, Randhir Jaiswal, has expressed hope for rebuilding ties between New Delhi and Ottawa, signaling a possible reset in bilateral relations.
India-Canada Trade Relations Poised for Revival Under Mark Carney
With U.S. President Donald Trump maintaining a firm stance toward Canada, trade emerges as a key area where India-Canada relations could witness substantial progress. Prime Minister Mark Carney has emphasized the need to diversify Canada’s trade partnerships and has identified India as a vital economic partner in this strategy.
A potential revival of the long-stalled Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between India and Canada could signal a major breakthrough, reflecting renewed efforts to strengthen bilateral trade ties.
“Pro-Khalistan Leader Jagmeet Singh Faces Major Blow as NDP Falls to Single-Digit Seat Count”
Jagmeet Singh Resigns After NDP’s Election Collapse as Mark Carney’s Liberals Secure Minority Win
Pro-Khalistan leader Jagmeet Singh suffered a major political setback as the New Democratic Party (NDP) dropped to single-digit seats in the 2025 Canadian federal election. Meanwhile, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Liberal Party secured enough seats to form a minority government, falling short of the 172 seats required for a majority in the House of Commons. The Liberals’ win was partly driven by growing voter concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump’s annexation threats and rising trade tensions.
In the aftermath of the defeat, Singh announced his resignation as party leader, stating he would step down once an interim leader is chosen. “Choosing a life in politics comes with sacrifices, but we do it to make a difference in the country we love,” Singh said in his concession speech. He added, “We’re only truly defeated when we believe those who tell us we can’t dream of a better, fairer, more compassionate Canada.”
Jagmeet Singh became the leader of the New Democratic Party (NDP) in 2017, taking over from Tom Mulcair. Prior to his federal political career, he served as a Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) in Ontario from 2011 to 2017. Singh made history as the first person from a visible minority to lead a major federal political party in Canada. His time as NDP leader has been defined by a nuanced relationship with the Liberal Party—initially supporting Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government before eventually withdrawing that support.