Watch: ‘A Better Opportunity’ — Canadians on a Closer Alliance with Europe

Toronto residents share their views on the possibility of a closer strategic, economic, and political alliance between Canada and the European Union. The discussion comes as Prime Minister Mark Carney supports deeper cooperation with Europe, including on defence, critical minerals, and energy security. Carney has described Canada and Europe as “stronger together” amid what he called “geopolitical rupture.” The European Union has raised the prospect of Canada becoming its first “associate member,” an idea that could reshape the relationship, though its terms and practical implications remain to be determined.