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Politics · United StatesEx-negotiator: Digital issues to remain US-Canada trade tension source
Canada's former chief trade negotiator, Steve Verheul, has indicated that digital issues will persist as a point of contention in trade discussions with the United States. He advised Canada to seek alliances with like-minded nations to bolster its position.
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Politics · United StatesCarney: Canada will return to trade talks with US when attitude changes
Prime Minister Mark Carney stated Canada will resume trade negotiations with the United States once the U.S. adopts a more favourable approach. This comes after Canada suspended talks, citing U.S. attempts to impose restrictive measures. Carney also announced a significant shipbuilding contract.
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Politics · United StatesCanada-US trade talks continue amid domestic focus
Trade negotiations between Canada and the United States are ongoing, with Canadian outlets reporting on the federal government's focus on domestic economic strengthening and diversifying international partnerships.
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Politics · United StatesJD Vance calls Carney's trade stance 'out-toughing' Trump, praises Jivani
U.S. Vice-President JD Vance said Prime Minister Mark Carney attempted to 'out-tough' President Donald Trump during trade talks, while praising Conservative MP Jamil Jivani as a 'helpful advocate' for Canada. The remarks came as Trump delayed new tariffs on Canadian goods for three days.
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PoliticsOntario shoppers reject U.S. alcohol return as trade talks hinge on ban
Canada’s trade negotiations with the U.S. are stalled over a 2025 ban on American alcohol in Canadian stores. Ontario shoppers interviewed say they will not buy U.S. wine or bourbon even if the ban lifts, while Premier Doug Ford has not confirmed whether Ontario will reverse it.
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Business & EconomyCanada and U.S. extend trade deadline as provinces split on U.S. alcohol return
Canada and the U.S. delayed new tariffs by three days as negotiations continue. Provinces agreed to return U.S. alcohol to shelves, except Manitoba, where Premier Wab Kinew urged Canadians to boycott it. Alberta and Saskatchewan already restocked.
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Business & Economy · United StatesTrump pauses $30bn Canada tariffs for three days as negotiators meet
U.S. President Donald Trump paused 50% tariffs on nearly $30 billion of Canadian goods for three days after announcing a breakthrough in trade talks. Canadian and U.S. negotiators met in Washington on 19 August 2026 to discuss concessions on autos, dairy, and liquor, but no formal agreement was released.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS to impose 50% tariffs on Canadian cement and hockey sticks from 19 August
The US plans to impose 50% tariffs on Canadian goods including cement and hockey sticks on 19 August, citing provincial alcohol bans and dairy supply management. Canada’s trade minister met US officials as negotiations continue, with some provinces reversing alcohol restrictions but others holding out.
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Business & Economy · United StatesCanada’s LeBlanc stays in Washington as US tariff deadline looms
Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc remains in Washington as a 50 percent tariff on Canadian goods approaches. Negotiators are exchanging offers, but Canada is unsatisfied with the latest U.S. proposal, which lowers some sectoral tariffs but not enough, sources say.
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