Prime Minister Mark Carney is reiterating his government's support of Ukraine.
On Saturday, he met with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy ahead of the inaugural Mass of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV.
During the discussion, Carney reaffirmed Canada’s support for the country through the provision of military, financial, and other assistance.
"The leaders agreed that a durable peace can only be achieved with Ukraine at the table, and the Prime Minister commended the President’s steadfast efforts in support of this goal," read a statement from the Office of the Prime Minister.
Carney's commitment continues the support that the federal government under previous Prime Minister Justin Trudeau had been providing ever since Russia first invaded Ukraine in February 2022.
Meanwhile, Carney also spent part of Saturday meeting with Italy's Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni.
According to a statement from the Office of the Prime Minister, the two leaders discussed expanding the Italy-Canada Roadmap for Enhanced Cooperation, which includes strong free trade.
'The leaders discussed strengthening and diversifying commercial ties, particularly in the areas of energy, investment, and research and innovation," read the statement.
Carney states he will remain in close contact with Zelenskyy and Meloni.