Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks at a joint press conference with Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow in Toronto on March 30, 2026. The Canadian Press/Nathan Denette
Prime Minister Mark Carney said forced labour occurs around the world when asked whether he believes the practice takes place in China, adding that some parts of China are at a “higher risk” of it.
Carney’s remarks came in response to questions from reporters on March 30, days after Liberal MP Michael Ma drew controversy over his interaction with a witness during a parliamentary committee meeting on electric vehicle policies. Ma appeared to dismiss the existence of forced labour in China while challenging witness Margaret McCuaig-Johnston, who is a China expert and former senior public servant.
