# UK-Canada diplomatic relations

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/uk-canada-diplomatic-relations
> Updated: 2026-09-21T17:04:04.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Diplomatic relations between the United Kingdom and Canada have seen recent activity involving both the British Royal Family and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.

Following reports of Prime Minister Carney exploring potential ‘associate’ membership for Canada within the European Union, Prince William held a telephone conversation with Carney to discuss the bilateral relationship. A spokesperson for Kensington Palace noted that the Prince of Wales and the Prime Minister discussed the ‘enduring strength’ of the connection between the two nations. This interaction represents the first known contact between the Prince of Wales and Carney since he assumed office in March 2025.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-21: Prince William speaks with Canadian PM Mark Carney

Prince William spoke with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney to discuss the enduring strength of the UK-Canada relationship and express his long-standing affection for the country.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-william-speaks-with-canadian-pm-mark-carney

### 2026-09-11: Prince Harry confirms UK engagements as Mark Carney explores EU integration

Prince Harry confirms upcoming UK engagements amid tensions with Buckingham Palace, while Prime Minister Mark Carney reportedly seeks to establish Canada as an associate member of the EU.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/prince-harry-confirms-uk-engagements-as-mark-carney-explores-eu-integration

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Cite as: UK-Canada diplomatic relations. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/uk-canada-diplomatic-relations