CanadaCanadian Prime Ministers Who Followed Unconventional Paths to PowerSavePrintPrime Minister Mark Carney holds a press conference following a swearing-in ceremony at Rideau Hall in Ottawa on March 14, 2025. The Canadian Press/Adrian WyldJennifer Cowan3/17/2025|Updated: 3/19/20250:00X 1Mark Carney’s ascension to prime ministership last week is unprecedented in Canadian history, as he has never previously held an elected position.There have been a few other cases of “firsts” as well for unconventional paths to becoming head of government in Canadian history.We had a problem loading this article. Please enable javascript or use a different browser. If the issue persists, please visit our help center.Share this articleLeave a commentJennifer CowanAuthorJennifer Cowan is a writer and editor with the Canadian edition of The Epoch Times.Author’s Selected ArticlesHow the New US Food Guide Differs From Canada’sJan 13, 2026Harmful Drinking Patterns Persist in Ontario Years After COVID-19, Study FindsJan 13, 2026No Name Beef Burgers Recalled Due to E. Coli RiskJan 13, 2026New Suspect Charged in $20M Toronto Pearson Airport Gold Theft ProbeJan 13, 2026
