PM Carney Meets Saskatchewan Premier, Canola Leaders Amid Tariff Dispute

Prime Minister Mark Carney held a series of meetings focused on addressing trade tensions and community safety. He met with Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe and canola industry leaders to discuss the impact of China's steep tariffs on Canadian canola products, which are widely viewed as retaliation against Canada's tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles and steel. Moe and Parliamentary Secretary Kody Blois recently visited China to engage officials about recalibrating trade relations pragmatically. Carney also convened a meeting with Jewish community leaders to address the rising antisemitism in Canada, condemning hate crimes and announcing upcoming legislation to protect religious and cultural spaces, alongside funding for law enforcement training to better enforce hate crime laws. Additionally, Carney is preparing for talks with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum to enhance bilateral cooperation on security, trade, and infrastructure. These efforts highlight Carney's dual focus on improving international trade relations while safeguarding vulnerable communities within Canada.