Canada reaffirms support for Ukraine’s sovereignty on its 35th Independence Day

What happened

• The Prime Minister issued a statement marking Ukraine’s 35th Independence Day and reaffirming Canada’s support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and freedom.

Key details

• Anniversary: 35 years since Ukraine’s Parliament proclaimed independence.
• Diaspora: more than 1.4 million Canadians of Ukrainian descent are noted.
• Sanctions: Canada says it has imposed a comprehensive sanctions regime targeting more than 3,500 Russian individuals and entities and over 700 vessels.
• Aid and operations: Canada committed more than $2 billion in military assistance this year and has extended Operation UNIFIER to continue training and longer-term defence support.
• Diplomacy: Canada met with allies in the Coalition of the Willing to reaffirm collective support for Ukraine.

Why it matters

• The statement signals continued Canadian political, military, and economic pressure intended to support Ukraine’s ability to defend its sovereignty and pursue a just and lasting peace.

Quote

• The Prime Minister closed by joining celebrations of Ukrainian Independence Day and saying, "Slava Ukraini."