Jean Chrétien
Jean Chrétien was the 20th Prime Minister of Canada, serving from 1993 to 2003. A member of the Liberal Party, Chrétien is remembered for his leadership during a period of economic recovery and his role in promoting national unity. He focused on reducing the federal deficit, enhancing social programs, and opposing the U.S. invasion of Iraq in 2003. His pragmatic approach and ability to connect with Canadians helped solidify his popularity and left a lasting impact on Canadian politics.
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Former prime minister Jean Chrétien holds a copy of the Liberal 'Red Book,' which laid out his platform during the 1993 federal election campaign.
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Canada· 2026-05-31
Wang Yi met with former Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chrétien.
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China· 2026-05-30
Stéphane Dion was recruited as intergovernmental affairs minister by Jean Chrétien after the 1995 Quebec sovereignty referendum.
Don’t give Alberta separatists space to gain traction, Stéphane Dion warnsCanada· 2026-05-28
Jean Chrétien is one of the figures encountered by Grant Ainsley in his book.
Books we’re reading and loving in MarchCanada· 2026-03-05
Jean Chrétien is noted for his refusal to join George W. Bush’s coalition in the Iraq war.
After shackling Canada to Trump’s war in Iran, Carney’s course correction is wiseCanada· 2026-03-05
The infrastructure shortfall began to be addressed by the CFI established by then Prime Minister Jean Chrétien.
University Health Network CEO Kevin Smith has a plan to fix hospitals – even with a dangerous shortage of moneyCanada· 2026-02-26
She advised then prime minister Jean Chrétien during Quebec’s 1995 referendum on sovereignty.
Don’t repeat mistakes when shrinking public service, warns Jocelyne Bourgon in new bookCanada· 2026-02-24
Jean Chrétien visited the temple in 2003 when he was prime minister.
Carney to visit Mumbai, New Delhi but not Punjab in business-focused India tripCanada· 2026-02-24
Then Prime Minister Jean Chrétien was skeptical of the U.S. plan.
Trump’s machinations are simply out there for all to seeCanada· 2026-02-20
Jean Chrétien is a notable figure mentioned in the context of Canadian politics.
Books we’re reading and loving in FebruaryCanada· 2026-02-08
Jean Chrétien participated in a conversation with Stephen Harper at the Royal Canadian Geographic Society.
In Harper’s homecoming, a mood of celebration and cautionCanada· 2026-02-04
Former prime minister Jean Chrétien attended the unveiling.
Harper continues call for national unity at portrait unveilingCanada· 2026-02-04
Jean Chrétien suggested the Trump presidency is the end of American hegemony, which has largely ruled the international system since the end of the Second World War.
Former prime ministers Harper, Chrétien call for national unity to confront Donald TrumpCanada· 2026-02-03Jean Chrétien liked to mock the sovereigntists’ diplomatic pretensions.
Quebec rethinks its foreign policy in the age of TrumpCanada· 2026-02-01
Jean Chrétien was a leading China booster, heading multiple Team Canada trade missions to China.
Rebuilding relations with China is a gamble Mark Carney has to takeCanada· 2026-01-14
Mr. Saint-Jacques said he thinks Mr. Carney is modelling his approach to China after former prime minister Jean Chrétien.
Carney to seek trade breakthrough, reset in relations during China tripCanada· 2026-01-13
Former PM Chrétien warns against premiers’ quick use of the notwithstanding clause.
Letters to the editor, Nov. 16: ‘As a senior with 35-year-olds still living in my basement, I see every day that young people need more help’Canada· 2025-12-22
Former prime minister Jean Chrétien served as honorary chair of the gala.
National Gallery, Ma’mo’weh Wii’soo’ka’tiwin Foundation galas support culture and community programmingCanada· 2025-12-07
Former prime minister Jean Chrétien restored the architect’s citizenship in 2002.
Frank Gehry considered moving back to Canada after Trump’s 2024 election, Chrétien saysCanada· 2025-12-06
Mr. Axworthy, who served as Liberal immigration minister and foreign minister under prime minister Jean Chrétien.
Canada should pull out of refugee pact with U.S. over Trump policies, says former Liberal foreign ministerCanada· 2025-11-13
Former Finance Minister Paul Martin shakes hands with then-Prime Minister Jean Chrétien ahead of delivering the 1994 federal budget.
The next steps the Liberals must take to restore Canada’s fiscal stabilityCanada· 2025-11-09
Former prime minister Jean Chrétien expressed concerns about the quick use of the notwithstanding clause by Canada's premiers.
Former PM Chrétien warns against premiers’ quick use of the notwithstanding clauseCanada· 2025-11-06
Jean Chrétien's Liberal government in the 1990s reduced the public service as part of their austerity plan.
Five things to watch for in today’s federal budgetCanada· 2025-11-04
Jean Chrétien's government brought in budgets that ultimately reduced the public service by 45,000 employees.
Public service braces for billions in spending cuts ahead of Tuesday’s budgetCanada· 2025-11-01
Jean Chrétien is a former Prime Minister of Canada and a mentor to François-Philippe Champagne.
Man of the moment: François-Philippe Champagne prepares for make-or-break budgetCanada· 2025-10-31
Jean Chrétien proposed replacing the Guaranteed Income Supplement and OAS with a combined Seniors’ Benefit.
Canada needs to rein in spending. How about we stop handing out billions to wealthy seniors?Canada· 2025-10-23
Jean Chrétien writes approvingly of Diefenbaker's contributions in the preface of a book.
For our prime ministers, time heals – and Justin Trudeau better hope soCanada· 2025-10-23
Premier Li Peng, speaking in 1996 with prime minister Jean Chrétien during a visit to China.
I’ve spent 50 years navigating Canada-China relations. Here’s what I’ve learnedCanada· 2025-10-17
Jean Chrétien was the prime minister who slashed spending in the 1995 budget to balance Canada's finances.
For Canada’s finances, it’s looking like 1995 all over again. How will today’s Liberals handle it?Canada· 2025-10-12
Peter Donolo, the former adviser to Jean Chrétien, did.
It’s humiliating to kowtow to Trump. But what choice does Carney have?Canada· 2025-10-09
