Tag #Canada-Us Relations

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LeBlanc Appointed Canada's New Finance Minister

Following Chrystia Freeland's resignation, Dominic LeBlanc was sworn in as Canada's new Finance Minister on Monday, adding to his existing role as Intergovernmental Affairs Minister; he will prioritize affordability and Canada-U.S. relations, particularly concerning potential tariffs.

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"Alberta Launches Sheriff-Led Border Patrol in Response to Trump Tariff Threat"

"Alberta is launching a $29-million sheriff-led border patrol to counter drug and human trafficking, prompted by President Trump's tariff threat; dozens of sheriffs will patrol a two-kilometer zone, using drones and roadside checks, to alleviate pressure on federal agencies."

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Trump's Uncertainty Tests Poilievre's Political Strategy

The unpredictable actions of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump challenge Canadian Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre's political strategy, forcing him to shift his focus from domestic policy to international relations and manage conflicting internal opinions on Trump's influence.

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Canada's Deficit Exceeds Target at $61.9 Billion

Canada's fall economic update reveals a $61.9 billion deficit for 2023-24, exceeding the $40.1 billion target due to unanticipated costs; the 2024-25 deficit is projected at $48.3 billion, while longer-term fiscal targets remain.

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Increased Illegal Border Crossings Prompt U.S. Tariff Threat

A tenfold increase in illegal border crossings from Canada into the U.S. (from 2,238 in 2021-22 to 23,721 in 2023-24) has prompted President-elect Trump to threaten tariffs, exposing Canada's insufficient border security and reactive immigration policies.

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