The European Union is considering allowing Canada to become an 'associate member' despite its strict membership rules.

Carney reportedly seeks ‘associate’ EU membership as Ottawa-Washington ties hit fresh low. He will address the European Parliament next week. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is exploring closer ties with the European Union, including becoming an “associate member” of the bloc, the Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday. 🎶 🎶 whoops there goes another one of our whoops there goes another one of our whoops there goes another one of our friendsssss🎶 🎶 https://www.euronews.com/my-europe/2026/09/13/canada-eyes-associate-member-status-with-eu-amid-us-tensions-wsj-reports

RE: https://tomkahe.com/@GiftArticles/117261293138657101 'To European leaders, Carney has even suggested Canada take on a new title: “Associate Member of the European Union.” The EU, not known for its flexible enforcement of membership rules, is open to the idea, officials from both sides say.' ... Interesting times ahead.😀

Carney pushes idea of making Canada 'associate member' of EU Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney wants closer links with the European Union and is exploring whether his country could become an "associate member" of the ​bloc, The Wall Street Journal reported on Sunday. https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/carney-pushes-idea-making-canada-associate-member-eu-wsj-reports-2026-09-13/