Canadian PM Mark Carney extends Diwali greetings, highlights the festival’s message of hope and unity
Babushahi Bureau
Ontario (Canada), November 9, 2026: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has extended Diwali greetings to people celebrating the festival across Canada and around the world, highlighting its message of the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil and knowledge over ignorance.
In a message shared on social media, Carney said communities across Canada were joining millions of people worldwide to celebrate the Festival of Lights. He noted that families and friends would come together to light diyas, share meals and honour traditions passed down through generations.
Highlighting the broader significance of the festival, Carney said Diwali carried a shared message of hope and reminded people that light was not only something to celebrate but also something they could create through generosity, dedication and care for one another.
On behalf of the Canadian government, he wished everyone celebrating Diwali joy, peace and prosperity for themselves and their loved ones.
Carney also acknowledged that Diwali is celebrated by Hindu, Jain, Sikh and Buddhist communities.