Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney Dies in Tragic Aviation Accident En Route to U.S.
Ottawa, May 11, 2025 — In a shocking and tragic turn of events, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney was killed in an aircraft accident early Sunday morning while traveling to the United States for a high-level diplomatic mission.
Government officials confirmed that the aircraft, a Canadian Royal Air Force executive jet, lost contact with air traffic control shortly after entering U.S. airspace. The crash site was located near the border of Maine and New Brunswick after search-and-rescue teams were deployed within minutes of the distress call.
Prime Minister Carney, 60, was en route to Washington, D.C., where he was scheduled to meet with President Emily Clarke to solidify a new economic and climate partnership between the two nations. The agreement, which was expected to be a cornerstone of his administration’s international strategy, aimed to strengthen cross-border cooperation on clean energy and trade security.
Emergency crews at the scene have confirmed that all passengers aboard the aircraft, including Carney’s chief of staff and two members of the Canadian security detail, also perished in the crash. The cause of the incident remains under investigation by both Canadian and American aviation authorities.
Governor General Mélanie Joly issued a statement expressing the nation’s profound grief:
“Canada has lost a leader of vision, resilience, and integrity. Mark Carney devoted his life to public service, not only at home but on the world stage.”
Mark Carney, a former Governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, assumed the office of Prime Minister in 2023 after leading the Liberal Party to a narrow victory in a snap election. Known for his global economic acumen and calm leadership, Carney was widely regarded as a stabilizing force during turbulent times.
Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland will assume the role of acting Prime Minister until Parliament convenes for a formal appointment.
Flags across the nation have been lowered to half-mast as Canada enters a period of national mourning.
