Peterborough-area dairy producer fires back at President Donald Trump
By Sarah Deeth Videographer
The local member of the Dairy Farmers of Ontario says the American leader doesn’t have his facts straight. Continue reading
Free Trade
Canada-Israel free trade agreement to include first-of-its-kind gender equality provision
Canada and Israel have had a free trade agreement for more than two decades and this updated deal expands market access for both countries and includes new chapters on issues such as e-commerce, intellectual property and labour. Continue reading
Premier Moe says NAFTA needs an update not a rewrite following first U.S. summit
By David Baxter Reporter
Premier Scott Moe traveled to Scottsdale, Ariz. over the weekend for his first summit with counterparts from the U.S. and Mexico. NAFTA nominated much of the discussion. Continue reading
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe attending first premier/governor’s meeting
By David Baxter Reporter
Premier Scott Moe will be discussing trade and NAFTA with American and Mexican counterparts over the weekend in Arizona. Continue reading
ANALYSIS: In France, Trudeau makes history, mostly to cheers but also to some jeers
By David Akin Chief Political Correspondent
The speech was entirely in French and took 33 minutes to deliver. Continue reading
Global trade facing greatest threat since Second World War: Chrystia Freeland
Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland has been heavily involved in NAFTA talks with the U.S. and Mexico. Continue reading
Ontario limits use of New York iron to push back against Buy American law
Wynne says Ontario’s regulation is meant to level the playing field, and will immediately be repealed if New York State abandons its Buy American restrictions. Continue reading
Trudeau meets with Gallant, touts new Canada Workers Benefit program in New Brunswick
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is scheduled to take part in a roundtable discussion on rural economic growth. Continue reading
NAFTA talks could be on the verge of a breakthrough, deal possible by next month
Justin Trudeau says he believes agreement on a renewed North American free trade deal between Canada, Mexico and the United States is “eminently possible.” Continue reading
Canadians believe U.S. could be ready to accept NAFTA compromise
American trade officials are showing newfound interest in a Canadian proposal for revamping NAFTA’s automotive provisions as the U.S. seeks to swiftly conclude renegotiations. Continue reading
