News Summary

Canada and the United States are set to begin formal discussions in January to review the Canada-U.S.-Mexico trade agreement (CUSMA). Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Internal Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc will lead the Canadian delegation in talks with U.S. trade representatives. The review will address U.S. concerns about Canada’s dairy market access, digital services, and alcohol distribution. The discussions aim to resolve these issues and enhance cooperation in key sectors such as steel, aluminum, and forest products. The Ontario government previously ran an anti-tariff ad in the U.S., which had halted previous trade talks. Mark Carney remains committed to protecting Canada’s supply management system while exploring sectoral tariff relief. The talks are seen as an opportunity to strengthen economic ties and address affordability challenges.