Ukrainian President Volodomyr Zelensky met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney ahead of a Liberal cabinet meeting in Alberta. Carney says the meeting will focus on the countries' shared priorities, including deepening defence, economic and energy co-operation.
Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney holds a bilateral meeting with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy during his visit to Calgary, Alberta, Canada, September 10, 2026. REUTERS/Todd Korol/Pool
Premier Danielle Smith avoided the topic of provincial separation as she marked the anniversary of Alberta becoming a Canadian province but she noted in a short speech that Canada recognizes the province's importance.