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Scottish Sun
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
Full list of knighted British footballers revealed as David Beckham joins exclusive club – can you name them all?
A non-Brit was also given an honorary knighthood SIR OF THE MOMENT Full list of knighted British footballers revealed as David Beckham joins exclusive club – can you name them all? Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) DAVID BECKHAM has joined an exclusive club after becoming the latest British football star to receive a knighthood. Golden Balls will officially arise as Sir Becks after SunSport exclusively revealed he will be knighted in the King's Birthday Honours next week. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 10 David Beckham will join an exclusive list of British football stars when he is knighted Credit: Getty 10 Sir Gareth Southgate was the most recent to be honoured earlier this year Credit: PA 10 Sir Alex Ferguson was knighted when he led Man Utd to the Treble in 1999 Credit: PA:Press Association 10 Sir Bobby Robson received his award in 2002 Credit: AFP Beckham, 50, has long yearned for a knighthood after his services to the beautiful game. And Spice Girl wife Victoria will benefit by becoming Lady Beckham. Former Manchester United star Becks, who played 115 times for England and has made major contributions to charity, has struck up a firm friendship with King Charles. He will now join an exclusive group of other British football personalities to receive royal knighthoods. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL NOW WE'RE BOTH POSH! David Beckham to be awarded knighthood after string of near misses But just 16 names are already on the list. The first was Sir Charles Clegg, who received his award in 1927 after both playing for England and later serving as chairman and president of the FA. He was followed by Sir Stanley Rous in 1949, a former referee who was also the sixth president of FIFA. England legend Sir Stanley Matthews next received one in 1965 while still being an active player, having become the first person to win the European Footballer of the Year award. BEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERS World Cup-winning manager Sir Alf Ramsey then got his in 1967, a year after leading the Three Lions to glory against West Germany. And in 1968 it was the turn of Man United icon Sir Matt Busby, the first manager of an English team to win the European Cup. David Beckham to finally be awarded knighthood after string of near misses & disappointments over more than a decade 10 Sir Matt Busby was given his knighthood in 1968 Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd 10 SunSport exclusively revealed Sir Tom Finney's award in 1998 Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd 10 Sir Geoff Hurst got his award in 1998 Credit: PA:Press Association Fast forward 10 years later and Sir Walter Winterbottom was the next to receive a knighthood after becoming the first-ever England gaffer in 1946. Sir Bert Millichip then got one in 1991 after his time as chairman of the FA. Three years later it was Sir Bobby Charlton's turn, having previously been award a CBE and an OBE. In 1998, both Sir Geoff Hurst and Sir Tom Finney were knighted by the Queen - with news of the latter's honour exclusively revealed by SunSport. And one year later Sir Alex Ferguson received his after leading Man United to the Treble. 10 Sir Trevor Brooking was knighted in 2004 Credit: Alamy 10 Sir Kenny Dalglish received his title in 2018 Credit: PA 10 Brazil legend Pele was given an honorary knighthood in 1997 Credit: AP:Associated Press Newcastle legend Sir Bobby Robson was then knighted in 2002 thanks to his iconic career in the dugout. Sir Trevor Brooking followed two years later, with Sir Dave Richards honoured in 2006. Sir Kenny Dalglish then became the next 12 years later in 2018 thanks to his brilliant time with Liverpool as both boss and player. And in January, Sir Gareth Southgate was awarded for leading England for successive second-place finishes at the European Championships. Now, it's Beckham's turn to take his place among the pantheon of British football legends. But an additional knighthood has also been given to a non-Brit, with the late Brazilian legend Pele receiving an honorary one in 1997.
Yahoo
20-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Opinion: Why It's Time for the U.S. and Canada to Merge—With Carney in Charge
The United States first tried to conquer Canada in 1812. Its troops were repelled and British and Canadian forces marched on Washington, where they set fire to the White House. It was a clear message: Canada wasn't interested in becoming America, and recent Canadian elections suggest that's still the case. But we have, nonetheless, come to believe that Donald Trump is right. The United States and Canada should merge, with a few variations on his theme. Instead of annexation, we propose a polite, deliberate and ultimately healing act of national reinvention that will help protect American democracy through the next few years. Specifically, recently-elected Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney would replace Donald Trump as President, each of Canada's 10 provinces would gain statehood, our Supreme Court would adopt some house rules and precedents established by its Canadian counterpart and Ottawa would replace D.C. as the capital. We won't bore you with what you already know. Suffice it to say, Trump's bio includes two impeachments, four indictments, 34 felonies, a so-so business record in real estate and casinos—many of which filed for bankruptcy—and copious bragging that he is a great TV personality and marketer, especially of himself. So now consider Mark Carney. Americans may not know his name, but they should. He embodies everything we should want in a President. He was born in a small, hardscrabble town in the Northwest Territories, attended Harvard on a partial scholarship where he studied economics, and then Oxford, where he earned his doctorate. Although he was a third-string goalie at Harvard, the toughness, decisiveness and cool under pressure learned on the ice—goalies routinely put themselves between the net and a rocketing slapshot—served him well when he was a top central banker in Canada and Britain: After 13 years at Goldman Sachs, he chose to leave business for public service, joined the Bank of Canada, and served as its Governor for five years before becoming the first non-Brit to hold the position of Governor of the Bank of England from 2013 to 2020. Then he became Chair of Bloomberg L.P. He reversed the sharp decline in Liberal party popularity during the Trudeau years by appealing to the center against more polarized opposition. His foreign policies address domestic concerns, but he also believes in allies and alliances. Carney is known for his clarity, curiosity and sense of public service. He is a leading voice addressing climate change and income inequality. As Trump offers trickle-down fantasies and handouts to billionaires, Carney has advocated for sustainable finance and inclusive growth. His economic leadership reflects fundamental respect for institutions and facts—a worldview diametrically opposed to Trumpism. While Carney is erudite, he is far from stuffy, although he, like Trump, should stay off the dance floor. He certainly seemed at home sitting with Trump in the White House earlier this month, even though they failed to resolve tariff issues and Carney repeated that Canada would 'never' be for sale, prompting Trump to reply, 'Never say never.' Instead of Canada becoming the 51st state, granting statehood to each Canadian province is more logical. The average population of its ten provinces—about 3.2 million people—is greater than that of about a dozen U.S. states. Ontario's 16 million people would make it America's fifth most populous state. We can learn from Canada. Canadians enjoy a public education system that surpasses America's, a healthcare system that functions well—life expectancy is four years longer—and sensible gun policies. Canada also offers lessons in inclusion: French-speaking Canadians historically felt marginalized until bilingualism became a national priority. Today, Canada's leaders, including Carney, operate in both English and French—some more fluently than others—but they share a unity in principle. The Canadian Supreme Court's rule mandating retirement at age 75 should be embraced, as should the country's Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which offers a uniquely Canadian vision of justice that embraces controversy and views pluralism and diversity as a unifying force. (In contrast, the U.S. Supreme Court is more likely to see such factors as fragmenting.) Canada's Supreme Court legalized gay marriage before the U.S. Supreme Court did, and it has approved, albeit controversially, assisted suicide. Trump is correct in stating that the two economies are already deeply intertwined. Canada is the United States' largest trading partner, and the two share tightly integrated automotive, agriculture and energy sectors. The U.S. has long benefited from Canadian talent, especially in media and entertainment. Lorne Michaels gave America Saturday Night Live, Graydon Carter transformed Vanity Fair and other notable Canadians have long shaped American culture from behind the scenes. Trump's push for increased tariffs on Canadian goods not only strains that relationship; it's economic self-sabotage. A true merger would eliminate these artificial barriers and strengthen the prosperity both countries have built together. Finally, placing our new capital in Ottawa might address Elon Musk's civil service attrition fantasies. Government employees who agree to move to one of the world's coldest capitals will find it preferable to Ulan Bato or Moscow. It's a perfectly nice place to raise a family—and skating the Rideau Canal to work certainly beats Beltway traffic. All you will need is good manners and long johns. Norman Pearlstine is an American journalist who has held senior positions at The Wall Street Journal, Time Inc., Bloomberg, Forbes, and the Los Angeles Times. Jane Boon, who was born and raised in Ottawa, holds a Ph.D. in engineering and is the author of the novels 'Edge Play' and 'Bold Strokes.' The couple splits their time between New York and Vancouver.
Nahar Net
29-04-2025
- Business
- Nahar Net
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberals win election
by Naharnet Newsdesk 29 April 2025, 12:21 The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation projects that Prime Minister Mark Carney's Liberal Party has won Canada's federal election. The victory Monday capped a dramatic turnaround for the Liberals fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump's threats to Canada's economy and sovereignty. The Liberals looked headed for defeat after Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stepped down earlier this year amid rising food and housing prices and soaring immigration. But U.S. President Donald Trump began threatening Canada's economy and sovereignty, infuriating Canadians and generating a surge in nationalism that helped the Liberals flip the election narrative and win a fourth-straight term in power. The country is also grappling with the aftermath of a fatal car ramming attack on Saturday in Vancouver. The tragedy prompted the suspension of campaigning for several hours. Police ruled out terrorism and said the suspect is a local man with a history of mental health issues. The Latest: Liberals win in Canada — but will they have majority rule? Voting is over in Canada's parliamentary elections, but ballot counting continues, as does the uncertainty over whether the ruling party will govern with a majority. Carney also won his seat, and he will keep his job as prime minister. But he will have to form a new government with a new cabinet. The big question, though, is if Liberals will secure enough seats for a majority — or if they will have enough support from the NDP and Green Party in a minority Parliament. Trump has yet to weigh in on the election's results However, he is touting the trade measures that helped motivate Canadian voters on his Truth Social site. "The USA lost Billions of Dollars A DAY in International Trade under Sleepy Joe Biden," he wrote on the site. "I have now stemmed that tide, and will be making a fortune, very soon. Stay tuned as we MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!!!" Sitting Prime Minister Mark Carney retains his seat in Ottawa The first non-Brit to run the Bank of England since it was founded in 1694, and the former head of Canada's central bank, in January entered the race to be Canada's next prime minister following Trudeau's resignation. Carney's Liberal Party has been projected to win more of Parliament's 343 seats than the Conservatives. But it wasn't clear yet if the Liberals will win an outright majority, which would allow them to pass legislation without needing help. Mark Carney's Liberals win election, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation projects The win Monday caps a stunning turnaround in fortunes fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump's annexation threats and trade war. The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation, the national public broadcaster, said the Liberals will win more of Parliament's 343 seats than the Conservatives. It wasn't clear yet if the Liberals will win an outright majority, which would allow them to pass legislation without needing help. The Liberals looked headed for a crushing defeat until the American president started attacking Canada's economy and threatening its sovereignty, suggesting it should become the 51st state. Trump's actions infuriated Canadians and stoked a surge in nationalism that helped the Liberals flip the election narrative and win a fourth-straight term in power. The opposition Conservative Party's leader, Pierre Poilievre, hoped to make the election a referendum on former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, whose popularity declined toward the end of his decade in power as food and housing prices rose. But Trump attacked, Trudeau resigned and Carney, a two-time central banker, became the Liberal Party's leader and prime minister. All polls closed across Canada As of 10 p.m. EDT, all polls have closed across Canada. Many areas across Eastern, Central and Mountain Time wrapped up voting at the same time, 9:30 p.m. EDT, as well as in Saskatchewan. Those poll closures also included Ontario and Quebec, Canada's most populous provinces. The remaining two provinces — British Columbia and Yukon — closed polls 30 minutes later. Canadians aren't directly electing their prime minister Voters in each of Canada's 343 federal electoral districts are only electing their local representative to the House of Commons. The leader of whichever party wins a majority of seats in the House of Commons will form a new government and serve as prime minister. If no party wins a majority, a party — usually the one with the most seats — can form a minority government but must rely on support from some opposition members. In rare cases, two or more parties might reach a formal agreement to form a coalition government together. In this election, it's paper ballots only Elections Canada has said it's sticking with paper ballots — which are hand counted — for these federal elections. Candidates may appoint representatives to oversee the count. Results from polling stations are reported to Elections Canada, which releases them online. Results typically trickle out as polls close, since ballot boxes themselves aren't relocated to centralized places for counting. Many say they voted for change Sisters Laiqa and Mahira Shoaib said they both voted for change in Monday's election. Laiqa, a 27-year-old health care worker, voted for the New Democratic Party. Mahira, 25, who works at a bank, supported the Conservative Party. The sisters, who immigrated from Pakistan a decade ago, say the economy has worsened and job opportunities have dried up under Liberal rule. "It was different when we arrived," Laiqa Shoaib said after casting her ballot at a community center in Mississauga, Ontario, just outside of Toronto. "We need to get out of Liberals." Mahira Shoaib said Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre is the best candidate to improve the country's financial picture. "He is business-minded, and that's what we need right now," she said. Both sisters said President Trump's rhetoric and tariff plans also influenced their voting decisions. 'Elbows up' pops up as a way to show Canadian unity. What does it mean? It comes from hockey, Canada's signature sport, but it's playing a role in this year's elections, too. The phrase dates back to Gordie Howe, a longtime Detroit Red Wings hockey player from Saskatchewan known for his toughness and use of his elbows in fending off opponents. Since Trump's comments about annexing Canada as a U.S. state and his tariffs on Canadian exports, "Elbows up" has popped up across social media as a way to show Canadian unity against Trump's threats. Comedian Mike Myers, a Canadian, appeared in an ad with Carney, both men clad in "Never 51" jerseys and popping up their elbows alongside a hockey rink. Last month, Myers also appeared on NBC's "Saturday Night Live" in a "Canada Is Not For Sale" T-shirt. Trump insists that Canada needs the US more than the US needs it Trump reinserted himself into Canada's election during a signing ceremony inside the Oval Office, saying Canada "would cease to exist as a country" if the U.S. stopped buying its goods. "I have to be honest, as a state, it works great," said Trump, who previously threatened to make the country the 51st state through economic coercion. Trump reiterated his claim that the U.S. doesn't need anything from Canada — including autos and oil. Carney said last week that eliminating trade barriers within Canada would benefit Canadians as he made his case to retain power. Carney has set a goal of free trade within the country's 10 provinces and three territories by July 1. Canada has long had interprovincial trade barriers. "We can give ourselves far more than Donald Trump can ever take away," Carney said. "We can have one economy. This is within our grasp." ▶ Read more about Trump and Carney's comments Trump says Canada as a US state 'would be great' As Canadians vote, Trump has reiterated his stance on incorporating the northern neighbor. In an interview with The Atlantic posted online Monday, the U.S. president said his country doesn't need gasoline, oil, lumber or "energy of any type" from Canada. Nearly a quarter of the oil America consumes per day comes from Canada. About 60% of U.S. crude oil imports are from Canada, as are 85% of U.S. electricity imports. Nearly $3.6 billion Canadian (US$2.7 billion) worth of goods and services cross the border each day. Canada is also the largest foreign supplier of steel, aluminum and uranium to the U.S. and has 34 critical minerals and metals that the Pentagon is eager for and investing in for national security. Elections Canada says majority of ballots will be counted on election night Elections Canada says it expects to count the "vast majority" of ballots on election night. Each polling place counts its election day vote by hand after polls close and reports the results to the district's local Elections Canada office, which then posts the results on the Elections Canada website. Results are also released directly to Canadian news organizations. Results from mail voting and ballots cast at special locations such as military bases and correctional institutions are also reported on the Elections Canada website and released to the news media, but they can take longer to tabulate. Only preliminary results are available on election night. Vote totals are double-checked in the days following the election, but final, official results typically are not available until about six months after election day, according to Elections Canada. Elections Canada does not declare winners in any district or in the overall contest for prime minister. Canadian media organizations typically announce winners based on their own independent analysis of election results. Here's how votes are counted All ballots are counted by hand by federal election officials in the presence of witnesses, usually campaign or party representatives. Ballots cast in person on election day are counted at each local polling place after polls close. Ballots cast in person before election day and mail ballots cast from within the district are tabulated at the district's local Elections Canada office. Ballots from incarcerated voters, members of the military, Canadians living overseas and voters who live in Canada but outside their home district —such as some college students — are counted at a centralized Elections Canada facility in Ottawa. Poll closings are somewhat synchronized across six time zones Canada's vast expanse has six time zones, but polls are somewhat synchronized to end at about the same time across the country. Polls in Newfoundland close at 7 p.m. EDT. Areas just west of that, including Nova Scotia, are on Atlantic Time and vote until 7:30 p.m. EDT. Many areas across Eastern, Central and Mountain Time all wrap up voting at 9:30 p.m. EDT, as well as in Saskatchewan. Polls in Pacific Time are open until 10 p.m. EDT. Others are in contention and another party leader urges voters to protect Canada Other parties are fielding candidates as well. One is Jagmeet Singh, who heads the progressive New Democratic Party and responded on X to Trump's remarks by telling voters that "You can protect what makes Canada, Canada. Every New Democrat you send to Ottawa will stand up for our country. And never back down." There's also Yves-François Blanchet, who leads Bloc Québécois, a Quebec nationalist party. In March, Carney called for Parliament to be dissolved to pave the way for the election. At the time, the Liberals held 152 seats and the Conservatives had 120. Bloc Québécois held 33 seats and the NDP held 24. Others were held by unrecognized parties, independents or were vacant. Canada is a constitutional monarchy, with Britain's King Charles III serving as ceremonial head of state. The country's electoral system is modeled after the U.K.'s. How the prime minister and members of Parliament are elected A member of the House of Commons will be elected in each of the nation's 343 federal electoral districts, also known as a constituency or a riding. The winner in each district is the candidate who receives the most votes. A majority vote is not required to get elected to Parliament. This is sometimes called a "first-past-the-post" system. The leader of the party that wins a majority of seats in the House of Commons will form a new government and serve as prime minister. If no party wins a majority, a party — usually the one with the most seats — can form a minority government but must rely on support from some opposition members. In rare cases, two or more parties might reach a formal agreement to form a coalition government together. Canada's Parliament has an upper chamber called the Senate, but those members are appointed and do not play a role in determining the prime minister. A Toronto voter says Poilievre 'sounds like mini-Trump' Toronto resident Reid Warren says he voted Liberal because Poilievre "sounds like mini-Trump to me." And he says Trump's tariffs are a worry. "Canadians coming together from, you know, all the shade The winner will face many challenges Canada has been dealing with a cost-of-living crisis for some time, and Trump's threat to impose sweeping tariffs and his desire to get North American automakers to move Canada's production south could severely damage the Canadian economy. Both Carney and Poilievre said that if elected, they would accelerate renegotiations of a free trade deal between Canada and the U.S. to end the uncertainty hurting both of their economies. Carney has notable experience navigating economic crises after running Canada's central bank and later becoming the first non-U.K. citizen to run the Bank of England. Poilievre urges Trump to stay out of election Poilievre, who has been criticized for not taking a firmer stance against Trump, responded to the U.S. president's post with a post of his own. "President Trump, stay out of our election. The only people who will decide the future of Canada are Canadians at the ballot box," he posted. "Canada will always be proud, sovereign and independent and we will NEVER be the 51st state." Poilievre and his wife voted in their suburban district near the nation's capital, Ottawa. Trump's attacks have put Poilievre and the Conservative Party on the defensive. "The Americans want to break us so they can own us," Carney said recently. "Those aren't just words. That's what's at risk." Trump trolls Canadians on election day The U.S. president trolled Canadians on social media, suggesting that he himself is on the ballot, repeating that Canada should become the 51st state and incorrectly claiming that the U.S. subsidizes Canada. "It makes no sense unless Canada is a State!" Trump posted. Canadians have canceled U.S. vacations, refused to buy U.S. and voted early — a record 7.3 million Canadians cast ballots before their Election Day.
Roya News
29-04-2025
- Business
- Roya News
Who is Mark Carney, Canada's newly elected Prime Minister?
Mark Carney, the former governor of both the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, has officially stepped into the political spotlight, securing a decisive win in Canada's recent federal election to become the country's new prime minister. Carney was sworn in last month following the resignation of Justin Trudeau, but quickly called a snap election in hopes of securing his own mandate. Canadians responded at the ballot box on Monday, delivering a victory to a candidate with an unusually technocratic résumé and no prior political office. The 60-year-old economist, known internationally for steering Canada through the 2008 financial crash and later modernizing the Bank of England, leaned heavily on his crisis management experience throughout the campaign. 'I know how to manage crises,' he said during a leadership debate. 'In a situation like this, you need experience in terms of crisis management, you need negotiating skills.' Carney's rapid ascent to political leadership was capped in March when he won the Liberal Party's leadership race, defeating fellow contender and former finance minister Chrystia Freeland in a landslide. - Background - Born in the remote town of Fort Smith in the Northwest Territories, Carney's early life is far from typical for a global financial heavyweight. He is the son of a high school principal, attended Harvard on a scholarship, and went on to complete a PhD in economics at Oxford University. His doctoral supervisor, Meg Meyer, described him as 'an extraordinarily versatile student, rapidly mastering new approaches, perspectives and challenges,' adding that these strengths would be crucial 'as he leads Canada during these turbulent times.' Carney holds Irish and Canadian citizenships, and previously acquired British citizenship in 2018. However, he has said he will relinquish both Irish and British nationalities, emphasizing that Canada's leader 'should only hold Canadian citizenship.' - Career - Carney's transition from global finance to national politics comes with both praise and scrutiny. During his time at the Bank of Canada, he gained wide respect for stabilizing the economy during the 2008 crisis by slashing interest rates and maintaining transparency on future policy—a move credited with keeping Canadian investment afloat. In 2013, Carney became the first non-Brit to head the Bank of England, where he introduced policies such as 'forward guidance' and led the Bank through the Brexit turmoil. His clear communication during market panic earned him accolades, though not without controversy—an MP once likened him to an 'unreliable boyfriend' over mixed messages on interest rate policy. Though central bankers are usually tight-lipped, Carney has grown more candid, especially in relation to US President Donald Trump. Responding to Trump's repeated jabs at Canada and suggestions that it could become 'the 51st state,' Carney remarked, 'I view this as the sort of Voldemort of comments… I will not even repeat it, but you know what I'm talking about.' He has pledged to maintain counter-tariffs in response to US trade aggression 'until the Americans show us respect … and [make] credible and reliable commitments to free and fair trade.' - Campaign focus: economy, climate, and immigration - On the domestic front, Carney has already made bold moves. One of his first actions as prime minister was scrapping Trudeau's controversial carbon tax, effective April 1. 'This will make a difference to hard-pressed Canadians,' he said, though he has historically supported similar environmental initiatives. In 2019, Carney became a UN special envoy on climate change, and in 2021 he helped launch the Glasgow Financial Alliance for Net Zero, an initiative linking financial institutions in the fight against climate change. He now proposes turning Canada into a 'clean and conventional' energy powerhouse, calling himself a 'pragmatist' when challenged on the balance between energy development and environmental sustainability. On immigration, Carney supports scaling back intake targets to reduce pressure on the country's housing and healthcare systems, echoing debates that surged during Trudeau's final year in office. Despite his polished credentials, Carney has faced criticism from political opponents. Conservatives accuse him of downplaying his involvement in Brookfield Asset Management's relocation from Toronto to New York—a decision he claims occurred after his departure from the firm's board. They have also pressed him on financial transparency, though Carney insists he is in full compliance with ethics rules and has placed his assets in a blind trust.
Time of India
29-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Mark Carney wins full term as Canadian PM: All about the first lady of Canada and family
(Image: The polling has closed in Canada, with initial projections showing an early lead for the Liberal Party led by Prime Minister Mark Carney . "The polls are now closed. For 37 days, in every corner of this country, our team worked to build a stronger Canada. Thank you to everyone who put so much into this campaign," the PM has posted on X. This is the first time a party has retained power for the fourth time a rarity in Canadian politics. Mark Carney is the first non-Brit to run the Bank of England since it was founded in 1694, and the former head of Canada's central bank, in January entered the race to be Canada's next prime minister following Trudeau's resignation. As Mark Carney wins polls and is set to become the 25th Prime Minister of Canada, here's a look at his family that has always stood firmly with him. Meet Mark Carney's wife Diana Fox Carney Mark Carney is married to Diana Fox Carney , a distinguished British-Canadian economist and climate policy expert. Diana Fox Carney was born in the United Kingdom in 1965. She pursued her education at the University of Oxford, earning a degree in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics, followed by a master's in agricultural economics. She furthered her studies with an MA in international relations from the University of Pennsylvania. Her career has been marked by significant contributions to environmental and social justice causes, with roles in various international think tanks and non-profit organizations. Diana's support has been a constant in Carney's life, providing both personal encouragement and professional insight. Her expertise in economics and commitment to social causes complement Carney's own pursuits in public service and policy-making. Mark and Diana met at Oxford University, where their shared interest in ice hockey brought them together—Mark played as a goaltender for the men's team, while Diana was a strong skater on the women's team. They married in 1994, during the time Mark was completing his doctoral thesis. Meet Mark Carney's kids The couple has four daughters: Cleo, Tess, Amelia, and Sasha. Cleo, the eldest, has been particularly active in public engagements, introducing her father at the Liberal Party convention in 2025 and being noted for her environmental advocacy. Throughout Carney's career transitions—from Governor of the Bank of Canada to Governor of the Bank of England, and eventually to Prime Minister of Canada—the family has relocated accordingly, living in Toronto, Ottawa's Rockcliffe Park, and London. They returned to Ottawa in 2020 after Carney's tenure at the Bank of England concluded.
