Prime Minister Mark Carney has kicked off a major investment pitch for Canada at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, positioning the country as a stable, long-term destination for global capital amid economic uncertainty and geopolitical volatility.
Speaking with business leaders, investors, and policymakers on the sidelines of the summit, Carney emphasized Canada’s strengths in infrastructure, clean energy, critical minerals, advanced manufacturing, and technology, arguing that the country offers both political stability and predictable regulation at a time when many economies face turbulence.
Officials said Carney’s message focused on attracting large-scale, patient capital for projects that support growth, energy transition, and job creation. He highlighted Canada’s skilled workforce, access to global markets, and commitment to rule-based governance as competitive advantages over rival investment destinations.
The Davos meetings come as Canada looks to diversify sources of foreign investment and reduce exposure to economic shocks from any single partner. Carney is expected to hold bilateral discussions with leaders from Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, as well as executives from major global firms and sovereign wealth funds.
Sources said the Prime Minister is also using the forum to address concerns around permitting timelines, infrastructure bottlenecks, and policy clarity, seeking to reassure investors that Canada is serious about turning commitments into projects on the ground.
Analysts note that Davos offers a critical platform for shaping investor perception. “This is about narrative as much as numbers,” one expert said, adding that global capital is increasingly selective amid higher interest rates and geopolitical risk.
While concrete deals are unlikely to be announced immediately, officials said the goal is to convert high-level interest into follow-up negotiations over the coming months.
Carney’s presence at Davos signals a clear push to place investment and economic growth at the center of Canada’s global engagement, as competition for capital intensifies worldwide.