When reform was needed, Ottawa chose denial

Lisa Raitt revealed that a U.S.–Canada trade deal was ready — until Ottawa walked away.

Doug Ford now admits he previewed the Ontario ad with Prime Minister Mark Carney before it aired.

Canada’s refusal to reform its protected sectors — especially supply management — made real negotiation impossible.

When reform was needed, Ottawa chose denial.
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SOURCES:
https://x.com/JasminLaine_/status/1983579186066551207

https://x.com/MarcNixon24/status/1983009676142006632

https://www.reuters.com/article/economy/explainer-trump-sours-on-canadas-sheltered-dairy-system-idUSKCN1J42QI/

https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/dairy-supply-management-could-sour-canada-us-trade-talks-2025-07-03/