Being Canadian in the middle of a trade war
Summary
Host Matt Galloway discusses the escalating trade war with the United States, questioning Canada's national identity and future. Guests Bob Ray, a former UN ambassador, and Lisa Raitt, a former cabinet minister, analyze the breakdown in negotiations, the impact of retaliatory tariffs on small businesses, and the need for Canadian solidarity. They debate whether a deal is possible amidst political volatility and explore how the crisis might reshape Canada's economic strategy and global partnerships.
Topics discussed
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Intro: Defining Canadian identity in trade war
Lisa Raitt on why trade talks collapsed
Negotiating sovereignty and Section 338 tariffs
Bob Rae on US hostility and Bombardier
Viability of returning to the negotiating table
Economic impact on small and medium businesses
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Bob Rae on Canadian solidarity and resilience
Lisa Raitt on consumer impact and global partners
Bob Rae on internal trade and long-term strategy
Personal reflections on national identity
Outro and guest credits
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