So much for “elbows up,” right? While plenty of pundits have rushed to criticize Prime Minister Mark Carney’s response to Trump’s latest tariffs—calling it weak or overly cautious—the facts tell a different story. Just because Carney isn’t waving his fists or throwing out empty threats like Doug Ford doesn’t mean he’s not playing the long game. He’s not stooping to Trump’s level, and that might actually be the smartest move in the room. Canada’s international exports are up. Trade with the U.S. has dropped to its lowest point in decades. That’s not a retreat—it’s a redirection. A strategic shift in how Canada shows up on the global stage.
In Episode 176, let’s dig into the political quicksand Carney is navigating during these tense U.S.-Canada trade talks—and why his calm, calculated approach might be exactly what this moment calls for. (And honestly? At least our Prime Minister is Mark Carney… and not Pierre Poilievre.)
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Navigating Economic Challenges in Canada
04:49 The Impact of U.S. Politics on Canadian Economy
10:00 Future Prospects and Strategic Directions for Canada
FURTHER READING
Canadian exports to U.S. continue to drop, reach one of lowest proportions on record
Carney concedes any deal with Trump will include tariffs
https://www.politico.com/news/2025/07/15/carney-trump-trade-tariffs-00453935
Donald Trump's threats push Canada to bulldoze its byzantine internal trade barriers
https://www.ft.com/content/de61dff6-79fa-4907-be4a-0c67248ab5d0
Canada begins to diversify its trade, but U.S. tariffs still a ‘heavy weight’
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