Prime Minister Mark Carney has confirmed that Canada is engaged in high-level discussions with the United States about joining President Donald Trump’s proposed “Golden Dome” missile defence system.
Speaking to reporters in Rome on Sunday from the Canadian Ambassador’s official residence, Carney acknowledged that while no financial commitments have been made, Canada recognizes its capability to support and potentially help complete the project through strategic investments and bilateral cooperation.
“These are serious military decisions,” Carney said. “We are evaluating accordingly, and discussions are ongoing with our American partners.”
The Golden Dome initiative, introduced by President Trump as a North American missile defence shield, aims to provide enhanced protection against long-range threats from adversaries such as North Korea and Iran. The proposed system is a scaled-up, continental version of Israel’s Iron Dome defence infrastructure.
President Trump said Monday that Ottawa had approached Washington to express interest in the project and emphasized that he expects Canada to contribute its “fair share” toward funding and implementation.
In a follow-up statement, the Prime Minister’s Office confirmed that the Golden Dome was discussed as part of a broader renewal of security and economic cooperation between Canada and the United States.
While defence analysts note Canada’s long-standing reluctance to fully engage in continental missile defence systems—dating back to opposition to the Bush-era Ballistic Missile Defence program—Carney’s government appears to be taking a more pragmatic approach amid shifting global security dynamics.
Further details, including timelines and budgetary implications, have not yet been released.