Prime Minister Mark Carney honours John Candy, takes swipe at Trump to open TIFF's 50th edition

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TORONTO – Prime Minister Mark Carney opened the 50th edition of the Toronto International Film Festival with a patriotic speech that celebrated Canadian culture — and included a subtle swipe at U.S. President Donald Trump.

Carney took the stage to a standing ovation ahead of the screening of opening-night film “John Candy: I Like Me,” a documentary celebrating the late Canadian comedian.

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