Category : International Trade


B.C., Washington sign symbolic friendship accord

Despite international friction, B.C. and Washington state sign a symbolic friendship accord to tackle shared challenges like flooding and border policies. Read more on this cross-border effort.

Canada's U.S. export share hits record low

Canada's merchandise trade balance swung to a $583 million deficit in October 2025 as U.S. tariffs push export share to a record low outside pandemic. Read the full analysis.

Venezuela Fallout: A Warning for Canadian Business

The U.S.-led removal of Venezuela's Maduro marks a geopolitical shift. John Manley argues Canadian companies must now treat political risk as a core business priority, not retreat from global markets.

Importers brace for $150B tariff fight if Trump loses

U.S. importers are preparing for a massive legal battle to reclaim up to US$150 billion in tariffs if former President Donald Trump loses an upcoming Supreme Court case. The outcome could reshape trade policy.

Carney, Premiers to Meet on CUSMA in Ottawa This Month

Prime Minister Mark Carney will convene Canada's premiers in Ottawa later this month to discuss the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). This high-stakes meeting aims to align provincial and federal strategies on continental trade.

Global Economy's 2025 Stability Was an Illusion

Despite steady growth, 2025's global economy masked the damage of U.S. tariffs and policy chaos. AI spending and fiscal expansion provided a fragile cover, but 2026 could reveal the true cost.

Canada-U.S. Must Cooperate Beyond Trump Era

Joel Kotkin argues that despite political shifts, deep economic and social ties bind Canada and the U.S., requiring continued cooperation on issues like immigration and resources.

U.S. Warns Toronto Sex Shop Over Bahrain Shipments

A Toronto adult store receives official letters from the U.S. Department of Defense demanding it stop sending certain items, including butt plugs, to Bahrain. The unusual correspondence is now framed and displayed.

Freeland named economic adviser to Ukrainian President

Former Canadian Deputy PM Chrystia Freeland has been appointed as an economic adviser by Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, marking her latest role since resigning from cabinet. Read about her mandate and the political history behind this move.

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