In his acceptance speech, Carney emphasized Canada's independence, directly addressing President Trump's threats of potential annexation. “America is not Canada. And Canada never, ever, will be part of America in any way, shape, or form," he declared, asserting Canadian resilience in both trade and international relations.

As Carney prepares to step into his role, his foremost challenge will be to navigate the economic and sovereignty threats looming from the U.S., marking a pivotal moment in Canada's political landscape.