Carney's big challenge as Canada-U.S. trade deal nears
Summary
Host Jamie Poisson discusses the evolving Canada-US trade deal with Aaron Wary and David Coletto, analyzing the gap between Trump's premature announcement and actual progress. The conversation covers key sticking points, including reduced auto tariffs, Quebec's concerns over dairy supply management, and the political challenge of getting premiers to lift alcohol bans. The guests also explore public sentiment, noting that while Canadians fear economic fallout, many remain resistant to making concessions to the US administration.
Topics discussed
Sponsor: Pura fragrance
Intro: Trade deal status and guests
Clarifying the deal: Premature announcement
Negotiation status: Close to agreement
Premiers' reactions and alcohol sales
Quebec's concerns: Dairy and supply management
Auto sector: Tariff rates and impact
Sponsor: Pura fragrance
Sponsor: CBC Indigenous podcasts
Provincial leverage: Alcohol and sectoral deals
Steel, aluminum, and softwood lumber
Manitoba's stance and public sentiment
Other deal elements: Keystone XL and Online News Act
Public opinion: Awareness and resistance
Carney's challenge: Selling the deal
Long-term outlook: Ceasefire vs. peace treaty
Closing remarks and credits
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