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U.S. says it is holding fast on trade with Canada
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said Washington is holding fast on its trade stance with Canada, according to Reuters and The Globe and Mail. The Globe's report adds that Mr. Greer said the Quebec election has preoccupied Ottawa. We did not find new proposals or deadlines in the reports we read.
Canada's trade relationship with the U.S. still sets the outlook for steel, autos and energy. A hard line today suggests no quick relief.
If your employer exports to the U.S., expect tariffs and rules to stay for now.
No news is itself the news. Watch for the date of the next ministerial meeting.
DailyDrop Canada edition No. 5 · Morning · FRI., OCT. 9, 2026