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Carney taps former Conservative leader for U.S. advisory council

Carney touts a new Canada–U.S. advisory council as a key step in trade talks, but questions remain over whether it will deliver meaningful progress or simply serve as political cover if talks fail

Straight Up with Marc Patrone
Apr 21, 2026
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Former Conservative leader Erin O’Toole is among several prominent names joining Mark Carney’s new Canada–U.S. advisory council. But will it actually move the needle on stalled trade talks?

The council brings together voices from across politics and industry, including Harper-era cabinet minister Lisa Raitt, in what Carney cal…

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