Melanie Joly says she’s not running to become next Liberal leader
Global News
Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly says she won't be running to become the next Liberal party leader who will succeed Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Foreign Affairs Minister Melanie Joly says she won’t be running to become the next Liberal party leader who will succeed Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
Joly, who has been viewed as one of the prominent potential candidates, announced her decision to reporters in Ottawa Friday morning.
In a statement posted on her official X account, she said she will focus on her role as foreign affairs minister in the face of the threat of tariffs from U.S. president-elect Donald Trump.
“Over the past week, I have spoken with dozens of friends, colleague and close advisors; many of whom have encouraged me to run for the leadership of the Liberal Party,” Joly wrote.
“While I know I am ready to become the first woman to lead the Liberal Party of Canada, I must also recognize that the current international situation, especially unjustified threat of tariffs and other economic pressure from the President-elect of the United States, requires a firm and urgent response This is happening now.”
Trump has threatened to impose a sweeping 25 per cent tariff on all Canadian goods into the U.S. unless Ottawa tightens border security.
Joly went on to say that as the foreign minister, she must dedicate every minute of her time and all her energy to defend the interests of Canadians.
Joly had said earlier in the week that she was “reflecting” on making a run after receiving support from across the country.
Intimate partner violence in Canada increased overall by 13 per cent between 2018 and 2023. But those aged 25 to 64 saw it rise by 22 per cent, with a 36 per cent rise for seniors.
In the summer, the initiative replaced more than 400 basketball nets and rims at Edmonton community league outdoor courts.
Belleville Police welcomes 5 new constables, including recent Ontario Police College grads and experienced officers. Ceremony held Jan. 7 with Chief Rodd present.
Toronto Police say they are searching for a father wanted for parental abduction after a young child was taken to India last year and did not return to Canada.
Donald Trump has broad executive authority to impose tariffs for national security reasons, and may be considering invoking a national emergency to justify them.
The Canadian company that processed plant-based milk linked to a deadly listeria outbreak has permanently closed all four of its plants.
Loblaw is confirming that some of its Western Canada stores underweighted meat products, resulting in a higher cost to affected consumers.
The Little Market Box owner Julianna Tan was surprised to receive a court-imposed fine of over $18,000 in October 2024 for not having an active business licence.
The $16.5-billion high-profile project in question would capture harmful carbon dioxide emissions from the oilsands, Canada's heaviest-emitting sector.
An increasing number of overdose deaths in Ontario involves the use of more than one drug, with the combination of opioids and stimulants proving to be especially dangerous.
The four-year-old was bitten in the face in the June 2024 incident. Her mother will be testifying at a provincial court hearing to determine what happens to the dog.