With a critical U.S.-Canada trade deadline approaching, Prime Minister Mark Carney and provincial premiers are united in prioritizing the quality of any agreement over speed.
Carney has repeatedly stated that Canada will not accept a trade deal with the U.S. 'at any cost,' even as President Trump threatens additional tariffs. Ontario Premier Doug Ford and other leaders are preparing potential retaliatory measures, including tariffs and export taxes, if negotiations fail. The talks have been described as complex, with internal disagreements among premiers about the best approach, but there is consensus that protecting Canadian interests is paramount.
The ongoing trade standoff has dominated national discussions, with leaders also addressing economic unity, Indigenous partnerships, and the need to diversify trade beyond the U.S.
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