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Canada-US trade

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Anand Defends Canada-US Ties Amid Sept. 29 Import Ban Deadline

Sep 23, 2026

In a Bloomberg interview at the UN General Assembly, Foreign Minister Anita Anand discussed ongoing Canada-U.S. dialogue on Arctic security, Haiti, Ukraine and other issues despite looming Sept. 29 U.S. import bans on certain Canadian goods. She outlined a step-by-step approach to easing trade tensions with China focused on canola, seafood and beef, and elaborated on Prime Minister Carney's middle-power strategy of coalition-building with Nordic, Baltic and other partners. Anand reaffirmed Canada's $25.5 billion in multifaceted support for Ukraine, upcoming Toronto conference on deported children and POWs, and the need for UN reform while defending multilateralism.

Source: Bloomberg Television

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Harper Backs Carney's Walkout from U.S. Trade Talks, Urges Reduced Reliance

Sep 15, 2026

The CBC News clip features former Conservative Prime Minister Stephen Harper delivering closing remarks at Prime Minister Mark Carney's national investment summit in Toronto. Harper states that Canada had "no choice" but to walk away from U.S. trade negotiations due to ongoing U.S. violations of the trade agreement and an impasse, leading to a trade war. He describes the decision as sad yet necessary to preserve sovereignty, given that the current U.S. administration views deep economic integration as incompatible with Canadian independence, and calls for reduced reliance on the U.S. despite significant costs that Canadians must accept. The remarks endorse the Liberal government's actions under Carney following the August collapse of talks.

Source: CBC News

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Carney urges US to end memes and shade, resume trade talks

Sep 1, 2026

The CBC News segment shows Prime Minister Mark Carney answering reporters in Ottawa on September 1, 2026, after Liberal byelection victories. He describes Canada's strategy of prioritizing domestic interests while seeking a fair US trade deal. The clip delivers Carney's full remarks calling for the US to drop memes and rhetoric, and to respect sovereignty plus Quebec culture and French language before serious talks resume.

Source: CBC News

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Unifor President Accuses Trump of Seeking to Destroy Canada's Manufacturing Base

Aug 22, 2026

The CBC segment interviews Lana Payne, national president of Unifor and member of Canada's advisory committee on U.S. economic relations, hours after Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the suspension of Canada-U.S. trade talks. Payne confirms that U.S. demands escalated with changing goalposts and interference from the White House, making a deal untenable and risking key manufacturing sectors including autos, steel, aluminum, and heavy trucks. She describes the U.S. approach as lacking unity and ultimately aimed at forcing production shifts south of the border, praises Canadian negotiators for standing firm, and supports retaliatory measures over capitulation. The discussion references recent bargaining with GM in Canada and broader 18-month tensions tied to the USMCA review process. Sourcing relies entirely on Payne's firsthand account from the advisory role and bargaining table, cross-referenced with Carney's public statements and provincial leaders like Doug Ford. No independent U.S. sources or opposing experts are included; graphics are not mentioned. The throughline is Canadian resolve against perceived U.S. aggression amid impending 50% tariffs.

Source: CBC News

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Canada-US trade talks collapse as 50% US tariffs hit $28B in goods

Aug 22, 2026

Global News reported the collapse of last-minute Canada-US trade negotiations, triggering 50% US tariffs on approximately $28 billion of Canadian goods including dairy, cement and hockey sticks. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer blamed Canada for rejecting terms, while Prime Minister Mark Carney cited last-minute US changes and pledged dollar-for-dollar retaliation. The segment then interviewed Ryan Malo (likely Ryan Mallough) of the Canadian Federation of Independent Business on the expected effects on small and medium-sized enterprises. Malo described broad impacts beyond specific sectors, especially for firms heavily reliant on US customers or involved in cross-border importing and exporting, and called for accessible federal tax relief and support programs.

Source: Global News

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LeBlanc leads Canada-US talks in Washington as Aug. 19 tariff deadline approaches

Aug 17, 2026

The segment covers ongoing technical, virtual and in-person meetings in Washington between Canadian Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc, Chief Trade Negotiator Janice Charette and U.S. counterparts including the Trade Representative and Commerce Secretary. It highlights existing sectoral tariffs, the approaching August 19 deadline for new 50% tariffs, auto-sector vulnerability, U.S. demands for market access, and Canada's Buy Canadian policy. The report notes Prime Minister Mark Carney plans to speak with President Trump and cites polling on Canadian attitudes. Sourcing relies on named officials' public statements plus unnamed Canadian sources; no on-camera guests appear.

Source: Global News

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Poilievre urges no more concessions in Canada-US tariff talks before August 19 deadline

Aug 16, 2026

The segment covers Canadian opposition leader Pierre Poilievre's call for no further concessions ahead of U.S.-Canada talks Sunday. It discusses efforts to reach a deal before 50% tariffs take effect Wednesday on goods including autos, dairy, lumber and alcohol, with industry groups expressing concerns over potential giveaways. The report notes the wide gap in positions, Canadian retaliatory booze measures as leverage, and risks to small businesses and supply chains. It includes comments from experts on ripple effects and the value of closed-door talks. Poilievre is quoted criticizing the government's approach over the past year.

Source: Global News

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Canada, US remain far apart on tariff concessions with Aug. 19 deadline looming

Aug 14, 2026

The CBC Power & Politics segment examined the status of Canada-US trade negotiations with five days until President Trump's 50% Section 338 tariffs on select Canadian goods (motor vehicles, alcohol, dairy and related products) take effect on August 19. Reporter Kate McKenna, reporting from the Iowa State Fair, detailed Canadian willingness to concede on provincial alcohol bans, procurement preferences, retaliatory auto tariffs, and expanding US dairy access to match EU levels in exchange for reductions in existing Section 232 tariffs on steel, aluminum, lumber, and autos. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated the US prioritizes American interests, is not in a trade war, and views retaliation (Canada as the only non-China retaliator) unfavorably. Former Conservative leader Aaron O'Toole, on a briefing call with Minister Dominic LeBlanc, described parties as 'quite a ways apart' but expressed optimism for a last-minute deal, warning of economic 'cliff' impacts.

Source: CBC News

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Smith says Carney initially offered US energy partnership deal amid tariff talks

Jul 23, 2026

Global News interviewed Alberta Premier Danielle Smith following a first ministers' meeting with Prime Minister Mark Carney. Smith discussed Carney's trade strategy with the US, expressing optimism about returning to an earlier energy partnership proposal involving uranium and critical minerals. She addressed urgency ahead of new tariffs, public opinion shifts, Alberta's referendum on remaining in Canada, and the Parker Wells missing child case. The segment relied on direct quotes from Smith, referenced first ministers' discussions, Elections Alberta data on third-party fundraising, and government decisions on Amber Alerts. Smith highlighted improved relations under Carney and bilateral cooperation examples.

Source: Global News

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Scott Moe urges intensified Canada-US trade talks amid 30-day window

Jul 21, 2026

The segment features an interview with Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe on Power & Politics about the latest update from Prime Minister Mark Carney on Canada-US trade negotiations. Moe discusses a 30-day window to intensify talks toward a renewed comprehensive agreement, preparation for possible retaliatory tariffs if unsuccessful, resistance to using energy or potash as leverage, and the impact of ongoing softwood lumber tariffs including a recent Saskatchewan mill closure. He emphasizes keeping leverage options private at the negotiating table while advocating for broad-based solutions that benefit multiple sectors.

Source: CBC News