Léon XIV: Canadian politicians welcome the election of the new Pope

Canadian politicians have praised the election of Robert Francis Prevost, the first pope from the United States, who will direct the Catholic Church under the name of Léon XIV.

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Mark Carney

Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed support for the new sovereign pontiff in a publication on X at the start of the evening.

“I offer my prayers and my wishes to his holiness Pope Leo XIV for his election on this historic day for Catholics and those who adhere to the Vatican councils,” he said.

Mr. Carney has also mentioned the moments of tensions that are currently going through many regions of the world, forming the hope that the new Pope will be able to bring together the peoples.

“In this period of global challenges, which his pontificate is one of solidarity, compassion and dignity,” he continued.

Stone

The ex-head of the Canada Conservative Party (CCP), Pierre Hairyvre, addressed his “best wishes and [ses] Prayers ”to the new pope in a message published Thursday afternoon on X.

“The Catholic Church is the spiritual home of millions of Canadians. It also works, both inside and outside its walls, to advance the common good, continuing the Ministry of Christ by helping the poor, vulnerable people and all those who suffer, “he wrote.

The one who plans to regain the head of the CCP after a by -election in the Alberta River – Crowfoot Alberta district stressed “the role that the Catholic community played in the development of our common Canadian experience”.

“As the first pope from North America, I hope that his pontificate will be particularly significant for Canadian Catholics,” he added. May this pontificate help the Catholic Church to renew the faith of its members and to promote peace, justice and truth worldwide. ”

Doug Ford

Ontario Prime Minister Doug Ford argued that the election of this new Pope is “a historic moment for Ontario Catholics and around the world”.

“May he continue an inheritance of service and humility that will inspire the generations to come,” he said on X.

Jean Charest

The former Liberal Prime Minister of Quebec Jean Charest also spoke on his social networks in the afternoon.

“I want to congratulate his holiness Léon XIV for his election as a pope of the Catholic Church, a significant moment for the Catholic Church and for millions of faithful around the world,” he wished.

Mr. Charest also took the opportunity to underline international tensions.

“Large challenges await him in a worldly changing world,” he said. May he guide the Church so that it continues its mission to the most disadvantaged and inspires the best in each by its commitment to justice and solidarity. ”