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Yahoo
8 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Carney to brief premiers on U.S. trade discussions as Trump deadline bears down
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney will be offering his update on trade talks with the White House when he sits down with the premiers Tuesday, while discussing their concerns as an Aug. 1 deadline for more tariffs rapidly approaches. Carney is joining the provincial and territorial premiers during their summer gathering in Muskoka, Ont. Carney is expected to offer an opening statement, but most of the meeting on Tuesday is set to happen behind closed doors. On Monday, Quebec Premier François Legault said he will tell Carney he wants protection in negotiations for supply management for the dairy, egg and poultry sectors, as well as the exemption for Quebec's cultural industries from free-trade requirements. British Columbia Premier David Eby has said he hoped Carney would kick off trade discussions by trying resolve the softwood lumber issue, which has been a trade irritant between Canada and the U.S. for decades. Carney recently said he thought it unlikely that there wouldn't be at least some tariffs in any deal struck before Aug. 1, though most of Canada's trade with the U.S. is protected by the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA( that exempts most of the goods and services crossing the border. So far, Trump has imposed tariffs of 50 per cent on steel and aluminum; 25 per cent tariffs on goods, automobiles and automobile parts not covered by the CUSMA trade deal; and 10 per cent tariffs on energy. He is now threatening to impose a 35 per cent blanket tariff on Aug. 1 Canada has so far retaliated with counter tariffs on billions of dollars worth of American exports, but Carney is holding off on further measures pending the result of ongoing negotiations by the end of the month. Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe said he has 'never been a big proponent of increasing countertariffs' and would rather try to find a way to get the White House to renew CUSMA, which is due to begin its mandated review in 2026. Moe also signalled he is prepared to live with some level of tariffs for the time being. 'We won't get to zero on each and every topic. The goal is to get as close as zero on as many items that we possibly can. I know that's the prime minister's goal as well,' he said. Whatever the outcome of the deal is — tariffs or no tariffs — Legault said he will ask Carney to make sure there is a specific time frame to add more certainty for businesses. Speaking in Hamilton, Ont. last week, Carney said his team was 'in the midst of long now and tough negotiations with the United States, and… working for the best deal for Canada.' 'Part of the reason why we don't have a deal is that deal is not yet on the table,' he said. National Post calevesque@ U.S. senators meet with Carney, push to 'reinvigorate' CUSMA ahead of Trump deadline U.S.-Canada trade talks back underway as Trump's wish list, from oil to DEI, keeps growing Our website is the place for the latest breaking news, exclusive scoops, longreads and provocative commentary. Please bookmark and sign up for our newsletters here.
National Post
8 hours ago
- Business
- National Post
Carney to brief premiers on U.S. trade discussions as Trump deadline bears down
OTTAWA — Prime Minister Mark Carney will be offering his update on trade talks with the White House when he sits down with the premiers Tuesday, while discussing their concerns as an Aug. 1 deadline for more tariffs rapidly approaches. Article content Carney is joining the provincial and territorial premiers during their summer gathering in Muskoka, Ont. Carney is expected to offer an opening statement, but most of the meeting on Tuesday is set to happen behind closed doors. Article content Article content Article content On Monday, Quebec Premier François Legault said he will tell Carney he wants protection in negotiations for supply management for the dairy, egg and poultry sectors, as well as the exemption for Quebec's cultural industries from free-trade requirements. Article content Article content British Columbia Premier David Eby has said he hoped Carney would kick off trade discussions by trying resolve the softwood lumber issue, which has been a trade irritant between Canada and the U.S. for decades. Article content Carney recently said he thought it unlikely that there wouldn't be at least some tariffs in any deal struck before Aug. 1, though most of Canada's trade with the U.S. is protected by the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA( that exempts most of the goods and services crossing the border. Article content So far, Trump has imposed tariffs of 50 per cent on steel and aluminum; 25 per cent tariffs on goods, automobiles and automobile parts not covered by the CUSMA trade deal; and 10 per cent tariffs on energy. He is now threatening to impose a 35 per cent blanket tariff on Aug. 1 Article content Article content Canada has so far retaliated with counter tariffs on billions of dollars worth of American exports, but Carney is holding off on further measures pending the result of ongoing negotiations by the end of the month. Article content Article content Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe said he has 'never been a big proponent of increasing countertariffs' and would rather try to find a way to get the White House to renew CUSMA, which is due to begin its mandated review in 2026. Moe also signalled he is prepared to live with some level of tariffs for the time being. Article content 'We won't get to zero on each and every topic. The goal is to get as close as zero on as many items that we possibly can. I know that's the prime minister's goal as well,' he said. Article content Whatever the outcome of the deal is — tariffs or no tariffs — Legault said he will ask Carney to make sure there is a specific time frame to add more certainty for businesses. Article content Speaking in Hamilton, Ont. last week, Carney said his team was 'in the midst of long now and tough negotiations with the United States, and… working for the best deal for Canada.' Article content 'Part of the reason why we don't have a deal is that deal is not yet on the table,' he said. Article content
CTV News
a day ago
- Business
- CTV News
Canada's premiers meeting in Ontario
Vancouver Watch Canada's premiers are meeting in Muskoka, Ontario, Monday to discuss protecting the economy and breaking down interprovincial trade barriers.
CTV News
a day ago
- CTV News
Muskoka boating crash leaves man with life-threatening injuries, driver charged
An Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) patch is seen in Ottawa, on Sunday, Sept. 29, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Spencer Colby Ontario Provincial Police are investigating a boating crash involving a suspected impaired driver that left a swimmer with life-threatening injuries. It happened just before 5 p.m. on Saturday on Skeleton Lake in Muskoka. Police say that a 22-year-old swimmer was struck by a boat while in the water. Investigators say that nearby people on shore were able to retrieve the victim from the lake and first responders brought him to a nearby hospital. He was then airlifted to a Toronto trauma centre. Police later located the operator of the boat who they suspected to be intoxicated. The OPP charged 39-year-old Niagara Falls resident Richard Moore with four offences, including hit and run and operating his boat while inebriated. The charges against him have not been tested in court. Police say that the investigation into the incident is ongoing.
Associated Press
a day ago
- Health
- Associated Press
Canadians agree: fixing health care will help build stronger Canada
HUNTSVILLE, ON, July 21, 2025 /CNW/ - The Canadian Medical Association (CMA) is heading to Muskoka this week to remind Canada's leaders of the important role health care can play in building a stronger, more resilient nation. 'There have been few greater nation-building projects in Canada's history than health care,' says Dr. Margot Burnell, CMA president. 'Health care is a pillar of the Canadian identity. In this crisis moment as federal, provincial and territorial leaders meet to discuss critical economic challenges, health care must be part of Team Canada thinking.' Health care is a critical part of the Canadian economy. The industry employs approximately 3 million Canadians and contributes more than $200 billion per year to Canada's GDP. But the health system also spends billions importing technology, pharmaceuticals, medical equipment and other solutions. As policymakers aim to create a more self-reliant Canada, we must take this opportunity to consider Canadian-made solutions to the health care challenges that patients face each day. By leaning into Canadian expertise and innovation, we can make Canada a leader in health-care solutions. We know that Canadians value their health care. In a new survey, 89% of Canadians agreed that improving access to care is a key part of building a stronger country. The survey, conducted by Abacus Data on behalf of the CMA, also shows 78% of Canadians are concerned about the potential for intermittent emergency department closures in their communities this summer. Over a third of respondents (38%) say they would avoid an emergency department due to closures and instead use potentially dubious online resources to self-diagnose and self-treat. Canada is facing critical economic and health care challenges. With Canadians calling for action, there is no time to waste in implementing solutions that will improve health care and build a stronger future for all. About the CMA The Canadian Medical Association leads a national movement with physicians who believe in a better future of health. Our ambition is a sustainable, accessible health system where patients are partners, a culture of medicine that elevates equity, diversity and wellbeing, and supportive communities where everyone has the chance to be healthy. We drive change through advocacy, giving and knowledge sharing – guided by values of collaboration and inclusion. SOURCE Canadian Medical Association
