Carney says Canada‑U.S. trade talks will resume after constructive conversation with Trump

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced on Sunday that he had a "good conversation" with U.S. President Donald Trump about the future of Canada‑U.S. trade. He added that the discussion builds on recent constructive talks and that "our teams will now be working in the coming weeks to deliver that outcome," Carney posted on social media.

Negotiation outlook A senior source told CBC News that formal negotiations are set to restart, with the automotive sector expected to be a key sticking point, as it was in August when talks collapsed and both countries imposed steep duties. The White House said the administration "welcomes continued engagement with Canada as we work toward finalising the details of a deal that will deliver meaningful results for the American people."

Political context Trump told reporters that "we have the concept of a deal that's going to be great for our farmers, great for our country, and it will be fine for Canada." The conversation comes as the United States approaches the final weeks of its midterm elections, where trade tariffs have become a prominent issue for candidates on both sides of the aisle.

Next steps Carney said the prospective deal would "create jobs for our workers, boost affordability for families, and fully respect Canada’s languages, culture, and sovereignty." He indicated that Ottawa will continue to seek an agreement that serves Canadian interests while being acceptable to the United States.