Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed on Wednesday that his government is considering joining U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed $175 billion Golden Dome missile defense shield. The ambitious initiative, unveiled by Trump on Tuesday, is designed to protect North America from missile threats posed by China and Russia. He also appointed a Space Force general to lead the program.
Carney, who rose to power in April with promises to address security threats tied to Trump's policies, revealed that he has held high-level discussions with the U.S. president about the Golden Dome. “We have an ability, if we so choose, to complete the Golden Dome with investments in partnership,” Carney said during a press conference. “It’s something we are looking at and has been discussed at a high level.”
While Carney did not commit to a specific financial contribution or timeline, he emphasized that the core priority is ensuring safety for Canadians. “Is it a good idea for Canada? Well, it’s a good idea to have protection for Canadians and Canada,” he said.
The Golden Dome initiative marks one of the largest defense investments proposed by Trump in his current term, signaling renewed focus on space-based and land-based missile interception technologies. As tensions with China and Russia continue to escalate, North American defense collaboration is expected to play a central role in future strategic planning.
Canada’s potential involvement in the project highlights its evolving defense posture and commitment to continental security. However, any final decision will depend on further negotiations and national security evaluations.
The proposed Golden Dome, if completed, could become a landmark in U.S.-Canada defense cooperation and reshape the region’s missile defense strategy.