Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has issued a statement congratulating Ukraine president-elect Volodymyr Zelenskiy on winning the presidential runoff vote.
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“The future of Ukraine must be decided by the people of Ukraine,†PM Trudeau said in a statement issued Monday. “In casting their ballots, Ukrainians have inspired people across the region and around the world.â€
The statement goes on to confirm that “Canada stands for democracy around the world,†and that the country will “continue to be a steadfast partner of the people of Ukraine.â€
Canada has been involved in programs to support Ukraine since the 2014 annexing of Crimea by Russia, including .