Mark Carney Becomes Canadian Prime Minister, New Cabinet Sworn In

Carney was appointed to the highest office by virtue of his win in the Liberal leadership race, which concluded on March 9. 

Prime minister-designate Mark Carney arrives for a swearing in ceremony at Rideau Hall in Ottawa on March 14, 2025. Adrian Wyld/The Canadian Press

Mark Carney was sworn in as Canada’s 24th prime minister, along with his cabinet, in the presence of Governor General Mary Simon at a ceremony at Rideau Hall on March 14.

Carney, a former governor of the central banks of Canada and England, was appointed to the highest office by virtue of his win in the Liberal leadership race, which concluded on March 9.