Why the expected fight over the North American trade deal never kicked off
The US has confirmed it will not extend the agreement for another 16 years, but stopped short of more dramatic action.
Coverage by Political Leaning
See how different sides of the spectrum reported this story
Notable Quotes
"he won't rush to sign a bad agreement - but is ready to cut a deal if the right one arises."
— Mark Carney , Politician
"Ottawa's focus now is on 'substantive discussions' over current US tariffs on Canadian steel, aluminum, autos and lumber."
— Dominic LeBlanc , Politician
Key People
All Coverage
The US has confirmed it will not extend the agreement for another 16 years, but stopped short of more dramatic action.
Similar Stories
Related coverage based on topic and tags
Trump pauses new tariffs on Canada and says countries close to a deal
US President Donald Trump said he will delay imposing new tariffs on a wide array of Canadian goods for three days as the countries firm up a trade deal.
August 19, 2026 at 03:56 AMCanada and US say they are finalising a trade deal, but details remain murky
Prime Minister Carney hailed "significant progress" in trade talks as the two countries seek to hammer out final details ahead of a new weekend tariff deadline.
August 19, 2026 at 05:47 PMCanadian minister says Canada, US far apart on draft trade deal, source says - Reuters
Canadian minister says Canada, US far apart on draft trade deal, source says Reuters
August 14, 2026 at 11:29 PMUS-Canada trade talks 'intense' as new tariff deadline looms
Mark Carney will need to sell Canadians on any concessions made to the US as negotiators scramble to reach a deal to avoid Trump’s latest tariffs.
August 18, 2026 at 12:02 AMUS, Canada trade negotiators meet after Trump sets new tariff deadline - Reuters
US, Canada trade negotiators meet after Trump sets new tariff deadline Reuters
August 19, 2026 at 05:49 PMUS raises pressure on EU to 'deliver' on non-tariff trade commitments - Reuters
US raises pressure on EU to 'deliver' on non-tariff trade commitments Reuters
August 14, 2026 at 05:24 PM