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'Offensive and false': Alberta premier's office denies Smith urged U.S. to interfere in federal election

'Offensive and false': Alberta premier's office denies Smith urged U.S. to interfere in federal election

Smith told U.S. officials she hoped they'd put tariffs 'on pause' until after the election. The office of Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is vehemently denying accusations that she asked the U.S. to interfere in Canadian federal politics, as comments Smith made during an interview with an American news outlet earlier this month made waves this weekend. Smith, along with other...

Alberta premier faces backlash for asking America to pause tariffs until after election

Alberta premier faces backlash for asking America to pause tariffs until after election

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is facing criticism over comments made earlier in March during an interview with an American right-wing...

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith asked US administration to "put things on pause" to help Poilievre get elected as PM

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith asked US administration to "put things on pause" to help Poilievre get elected as PM

Here's the audio excerpt (Q&A) with Premier Danielle Smith on Breitbart confirming she asked the U.S. adminstration to "put things...

How a two-week-old interview by Danielle Smith drove day one of the election campaign

How a two-week-old interview by Danielle Smith drove day one of the election campaign

For Pierre Poilievre, who would rather focus his comments on the record of the Liberal government, it was an unwelcome...

Federal election kicks off on patriotic note, as Canadians head to polls on April 28

Federal election kicks off on patriotic note, as Canadians head to polls on April 28

Canada's 45th general election got underway Sunday, with the leaders vying to become Canada's next prime minister each positioning themselves...

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As the Election Kicks Off, the Conservatives lead the Liberals by 3 as the NDP sinks further

As the Election Kicks Off, the Conservatives lead the Liberals by 3 as the NDP sinks further

Our latest survey, completed between March 17 and 20 among 1,500 eligible voters, offers a detailed picture of the political...

Three in four Canadians want to increase defense spending to at least two per cent

Three in four Canadians want to increase defense spending to at least two per cent

Close to seven in ten Canadians prefer increasing defense spending to reach the current two per cent NATO ally target...



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And they're off! Where things stand as the race begins.

And they're off! Where things stand as the race begins.

Earlier today, Prime Minister Mark Carney met the governor general and dissolved the 44th Parliament, setting April 28 as the...

As the Election Kicks Off, the Conservatives lead the Liberals by 3 as the NDP sinks further

As the Election Kicks Off, the Conservatives lead the Liberals by 3 as the NDP sinks further

Our latest survey, completed between March 17 and 20 among 1,500 eligible voters, offers a detailed picture of the political...

Mark Carney’s Liberals Seen as Best Party to Deal with Trump & Tariffs

Mark Carney’s Liberals Seen as Best Party to Deal with Trump & Tariffs

Mark Carney is thought to be the best federal party leader to help Canada navigate challenges associated with the Donald...

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'Offensive and false': Alberta premier's office denies Smith urged U.S. to interfere in federal election

'Offensive and false': Alberta premier's office denies Smith urged U.S. to interfere in federal election

Smith told U.S. officials she hoped they'd put tariffs 'on pause' until after the election. The office of Alberta Premier...

Alberta premier faces backlash for asking America to pause tariffs until after election

Alberta premier faces backlash for asking America to pause tariffs until after election

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is facing criticism over comments made earlier in March during an interview with an American right-wing...

How a two-week-old interview by Danielle Smith drove day one of the election campaign

How a two-week-old interview by Danielle Smith drove day one of the election campaign

For Pierre Poilievre, who would rather focus his comments on the record of the Liberal government, it was an unwelcome...

Fish harvesters protest in St. John's ahead of Carney's 1st campaign rally

Fish harvesters protest in St. John's ahead of Carney's 1st campaign rally

Newfoundland and Labrador's fish harvesters quickly rallied on Sunday afternoon following cuts to the snow crab fishery and what they...

Edmonton mayor to run in 2025 federal election, Liberals say

Edmonton mayor to run in 2025 federal election, Liberals say

Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi will be running for the Liberal Party of Canada in the federal election, which was called...

‘Let’s just put things on pause': Alberta premier under fire for Breitbart interview

‘Let’s just put things on pause': Alberta premier under fire for Breitbart interview

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is under fire for an interview she did Mar. 8 with Breitbart in the U.S. over...

Campaign Analysis

Danielle Smith is Mark Carney's secret weapon

Danielle Smith is Mark Carney's secret weapon

It was supposed to be a cakewalk. Instead, as Pierre Poilievre kicks off the election campaign that was supposed to...

This election is about Donald Trump — and a lot more

This election is about Donald Trump — and a lot more

In ways no one could have understood at the time, June 16, 2015, turned out to be a momentous day...

Donald Trump upends notions of stability and change as Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre square off

Donald Trump upends notions of stability and change as Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre square off

In a little more than five weeks, either Mark Carney or Pierre Poilievre will be the prime minister of Canada...

Canadian Conservatives are desperate for Donald Trump to come to their rescue -  one of Canada’s most prominent conservative leaders asked Trump’s government to interfere

Canadian Conservatives are desperate for Donald Trump to come to their rescue - one of Canada’s most prominent conservative leaders asked Trump’s government to interfere

An election that will be fought about the sovereignty of Canada is beginning with news that one of Canada’s most...

Is Pierre Poilievre the new Justin Trudeau?

Is Pierre Poilievre the new Justin Trudeau?

Matt Gurney: Well, here we are. Yay, I guess. There goes our April. For the one or two readers who...

Canada’s Existential Election

Canada’s Existential Election

The campaign launched Sunday by Governor General Mary Simon’s proclamation — signed at the request of Prime Minister Mark Carney...

Policy Announcements

Liberals launch 2025 campaign with middle-class tax cut

    Liberals launch 2025 campaign with middle-class tax cut

    Today, Mark Carney launched the 2025 Liberal campaign by announcing a middle-class tax cut that will help Canadians keep more...

    Carney keeping emissions cap on oil and gas, but focusing on investing in green tech

    Carney keeping emissions cap on oil and gas, but focusing on investing in green tech

    Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed Friday that his government would keep the emissions cap on oil and gas production in...

    Carney confirms Liberals won't proceed with planned capital gains tax change

    Carney confirms Liberals won't proceed with planned capital gains tax change

    OTTAWA -- Days before he's expected to call a federal election, Prime Minister Mark Carney is confirming he won't move...

    Poilievre outlines plan to boost apprenticeships, training for trades workers

    Poilievre outlines plan to boost apprenticeships, training for trades workers

    Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre announced a plan Friday to boost training and employment for workers in the skilled trades. Speaking...

    Carney eliminates GST for first-time homebuyers on homes under $1 million

    Carney eliminates GST for first-time homebuyers on homes under $1 million

    Prime Minister Mark Carney has announced that his government will eliminate the Goods and Services Tax (GST) for first-time homebuyers...

    Conservatives pitch 'shovel-ready zones' in campaign preview announcement

    Conservatives pitch 'shovel-ready zones' in campaign preview announcement

    Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre said he will “unleash hundreds of billions of dollars of investment” by pre-approving areas for companies...



    Danielle Smith is Mark Carney's secret weapon

    Danielle Smith is Mark Carney's secret weapon

    It was supposed to be a cakewalk. Instead, as Pierre Poilievre kicks off the election campaign that was supposed to...

    This election is about Donald Trump — and a lot more

    This election is about Donald Trump — and a lot more

    In ways no one could have understood at the time, June 16, 2015, turned out to be a momentous day...

    Donald Trump upends notions of stability and change as Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre square off

    Donald Trump upends notions of stability and change as Mark Carney and Pierre Poilievre square off

    In a little more than five weeks, either Mark Carney or Pierre Poilievre will be the prime minister of Canada...

    Canadian Conservatives are desperate for Donald Trump to come to their rescue -  one of Canada’s most prominent conservative leaders asked Trump’s government to interfere

    Canadian Conservatives are desperate for Donald Trump to come to their rescue - one of Canada’s most prominent conservative leaders asked Trump’s government to interfere

    An election that will be fought about the sovereignty of Canada is beginning with news that one of Canada’s most...

    Is Pierre Poilievre the new Justin Trudeau?

    Is Pierre Poilievre the new Justin Trudeau?

    Matt Gurney: Well, here we are. Yay, I guess. There goes our April. For the one or two readers who...

    Canada’s Existential Election

    Canada’s Existential Election

    The campaign launched Sunday by Governor General Mary Simon’s proclamation — signed at the request of Prime Minister Mark Carney...

    Pierre Poilievre is a victim of his own success — but don’t expect him to go down without a fight

    Pierre Poilievre is a victim of his own success — but don’t expect him to go down without a fight

    Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre heads into the election campaign he’s long demanded on Sunday fighting for his political life, a...

    The campaign of a lifetime is upon us

    The campaign of a lifetime is upon us

    I was seven years old the last time an election in this country centered around a single issue. Then, it...

    Mark Carney’s first week had its bright spots — but he still needs to learn this lesson

    Mark Carney’s first week had its bright spots — but he still needs to learn this lesson

    Mark Carney had quite a first week as prime minister of Canada. He was sworn on Friday, unveiled a smaller...

    The NDP’s free fall reveals an essential truth about this election

    The NDP’s free fall reveals an essential truth about this election

    The NDP’s flashy new ads, portraying Jagmeet Singh as a fighter, seem to be borne of an alternate universe. The...



    Poilievre must pivot from his apple munching ways

    Poilievre must pivot from his apple munching ways

    Pierre Poilievre often stresses that the Liberals are seeking a fourth consecutive term, implying that four is simply too many...

    A strategy focused on winning, not pleasing political pundits

    A strategy focused on winning, not pleasing political pundits

    For the past several weeks, many of the nation’s top political pundits have struggled to make sense of the response...

    Carney’s theft of Poilievre’s platform has turned into a farce

    Carney’s theft of Poilievre’s platform has turned into a farce

    If Mark Carney and the Liberals are best equipped to take on U.S. President Donald Trump in a tariff war...

    All of a sudden, nothing seems to be going Pierre Poilievre’s way. Not even attacking his opponent

    All of a sudden, nothing seems to be going Pierre Poilievre’s way. Not even attacking his opponent

    On Thursday, Pierre Poilievre announced a plan for “shovel-ready zones” across the country to accelerate development projects. Apparently, in these...

    Barring another crisis upset, the ballot question of our next federal election is set. And it’s advantage, Carney

    Barring another crisis upset, the ballot question of our next federal election is set. And it’s advantage, Carney

    Most analysis of elections includes some discussion of the so-called “ballot question” — namely, the question the various political parties...

    Carney is the nerd Canada needs right now

    Carney is the nerd Canada needs right now

    It’s unsurprising to me that the Liberals have overtaken the Conservatives in the latest polls, overturning a deficit that stretched...

    Not Flying the Unfriendly Skies: The Media-Free Conservative Campaign Tour

    Not Flying the Unfriendly Skies: The Media-Free Conservative Campaign Tour

    With an election call expected this Sunday, the Conservatives have devised a way they hope will increase Pierre Poilievre’s chances...

    Trump, the Dark Lord of Canada’s looming election, hands Poilievre an apparent gift

    Trump, the Dark Lord of Canada’s looming election, hands Poilievre an apparent gift

    As the campaign buses rev up for a federal election call this weekend, Donald Trump handed Pierre Poilievre a nice...

    We take our energy security for granted. Our adversaries do not.
    Naheed Nenshi needs to get his elbows up

    Naheed Nenshi needs to get his elbows up

    Naheed Nenshi isn’t used to asking for the spotlight. The Alberta NDP leader's unique brand of politics — politics in...

    Don’t get snippy. It’s a bad look whether you’re Mark Carney or Pierre Poilievre

    Don’t get snippy. It’s a bad look whether you’re Mark Carney or Pierre Poilievre

    The two leading contenders to be Canada’s next prime minister are not vying to get that job on the basis...

    A Federal Election is Imminent

    A Federal Election is Imminent

    After months of speculation, a federal election appears imminent. Prime Minister Mark Carney, only recently installed as Liberal leader, is...

    Smith sees a real danger Mark Carney could be worse than Trudeau

    Smith sees a real danger Mark Carney could be worse than Trudeau

    Well, no doubt about it. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is on the political warpath, with the federal election campaign expected...

    Canada's food system is an international powerhouse that needs to be cultivated in the face of trade war uncertainty

    Canada's food system is an international powerhouse that needs to be cultivated in the face of trade war uncertainty

    From the golden canola fields in the Western provinces to the bustling processing plants in Ontario to the aquaculture industries...

    Pierre Poilievre doesn’t want to be held to the same standard that he holds Liberals to

    Pierre Poilievre doesn’t want to be held to the same standard that he holds Liberals to

    What is Pierre Poilievre afraid of? On Tuesday, Conservative national campaign director Jenni Byrne informed journalists that, in a break...

    Pierre Poilievre can't escape Donald Trump

    Pierre Poilievre can't escape Donald Trump

    Pierre Poilievre knows he has a Donald Trump problem. After spending the last two-plus years imitating Trump’s approach to politics...

    We need a leader who can offer Canadians hope

    We need a leader who can offer Canadians hope

    The next federal election is going to be about more than the tariff threat. In a world gone mad, the...

    And they're off! Where things stand as the race begins.

    And they're off! Where things stand as the race begins.

    Earlier today, Prime Minister Mark Carney met the governor general and dissolved the 44th Parliament, setting April 28 as the...

    Fish harvesters protest in St. John's ahead of Carney's 1st campaign rally

    Fish harvesters protest in St. John's ahead of Carney's 1st campaign rally

    Newfoundland and Labrador's fish harvesters quickly rallied on Sunday afternoon following cuts to the snow crab fishery and what they...

    Edmonton mayor to run in 2025 federal election, Liberals say

    Edmonton mayor to run in 2025 federal election, Liberals say

    Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi will be running for the Liberal Party of Canada in the federal election, which was called...

    ‘Let’s just put things on pause': Alberta premier under fire for Breitbart interview

    ‘Let’s just put things on pause': Alberta premier under fire for Breitbart interview

    Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is under fire for an interview she did Mar. 8 with Breitbart in the U.S. over...



    Mike Myers backs Mark Carney with 'elbows up' ad aimed at Trump

    Mike Myers backs Mark Carney with 'elbows up' ad aimed at Trump

    Mike Myers is throwing his support behind Prime Minister Mark Carney with a new ad aimed to tug at the...

    Will Doug Ford join the federal campaign? Trump's trade war may pull him into the fight

    Will Doug Ford join the federal campaign? Trump's trade war may pull him into the fight

    Fresh off his third straight election win, Ontario Premier Doug Ford seems content to watch the fight to form the...

    As the Election Kicks Off, the Conservatives lead the Liberals by 3 as the NDP sinks further

    As the Election Kicks Off, the Conservatives lead the Liberals by 3 as the NDP sinks further

    Our latest survey, completed between March 17 and 20 among 1,500 eligible voters, offers a detailed picture of the political...

    Mark Carney to kick off federal Liberal campaign from St. John's today

    Mark Carney to kick off federal Liberal campaign from St. John's today

    St. John's will be Mark Carney's first stop today, after the federal election begins. The Prime Minister's Office confirmed to...

    The federal election campaign is expected to kick off today. Here's what you need to know

    The federal election campaign is expected to kick off today. Here's what you need to know

    The table is set for a consequential and close federal election this spring, which is largely expected to focus on...

    Mark Carney to run for seat in Ottawa's Nepean riding

      Mark Carney to run for seat in Ottawa's Nepean riding

      Previously held by Liberal MP Chandra Arya, it borders riding where Poilievre is seeking re-election. Prime Minister Mark Carney will...

      ‘To fundamentally destroy Canada as a country’: Why Canadians must brace for U.S. interference in the upcoming federal election

      ‘To fundamentally destroy Canada as a country’: Why Canadians must brace for U.S. interference in the upcoming federal election

      Whatever he is doing — whether it be on impulse or a game of “5D chess” — U.S. President Donald...

      Canada's Election Hinges on Who Can Fix an Economy Under US Threat

      Canada's Election Hinges on Who Can Fix an Economy Under US Threat

      Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to plunge Canada into an election campaign on Sunday, as US President Donald Trump’s...

      Election day will be April 28 as Carney poised to launch spring election

      Election day will be April 28 as Carney poised to launch spring election

      Canadians will head to the polls on April 28. A Liberal source with knowledge of the plan confirmed that Prime...

      Just hours left before PM Carney is expected to trigger a federal election

        Just hours left before PM Carney is expected to trigger a federal election

        With just hours left to go before a widely expected election call, the main political parties are gearing up as...

        Liberals to expand eligibility for dental care program on eve of expected election

        Liberals to expand eligibility for dental care program on eve of expected election

        The federal government announced expanded access to its dental care program on Saturday, a day before a federal election is...

        Read an excerpt from Ripper: The Making of Pierre Poilievre

        Read an excerpt from Ripper: The Making of Pierre Poilievre

        Pierre Poilievre has better political instincts than the journalists and politics watchers who generate conventional wisdom. He understood Carleton’s past...

        Mark Carney claps back at Donald Trump’s claim he changed Canada’s political landscape

        Mark Carney claps back at Donald Trump’s claim he changed Canada’s political landscape

        Canadians will decide their next government, Carney said at a Friday news conference, adding any trade talks will only come...

        How Trump uses disinformation in his trade war with Canada

        How Trump uses disinformation in his trade war with Canada

        "Nobody knows that Canada is charging our dairy farmers," U.S. President Donald Trump complained Friday in the Oval Office. "They...

        Political polls are hitting overdrive. Here's a quick guide to understanding them

        Political polls are hitting overdrive. Here's a quick guide to understanding them

        On Sunday, Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to ask the Governor General to dissolve Parliament and call a federal...

        Carney keeping emissions cap on oil and gas, but focusing on investing in green tech

        Carney keeping emissions cap on oil and gas, but focusing on investing in green tech

        Prime Minister Mark Carney confirmed Friday that his government would keep the emissions cap on oil and gas production in...

        Good Talk -- Game On! Carney versus Poilievre is The Main Event

        Good Talk -- Game On! Carney versus Poilievre is The Main Event

        The election will be called this weekend and the country's voters will be determining Canada's future. There could be as...

        Lobby groups urge Saskatchewan to reverse ‘misguided’ U.S. product ban that includes Canadian-brewed beers
        Randy Boissonnault announced he will not run in upcoming election

        Randy Boissonnault announced he will not run in upcoming election

        OTTAWA -- Former cabinet minister Randy Boissonnault says he will not run again in the upcoming election.

        Joe Rogan says Canada shouldn’t be 51st state, calls growing animosity with Canada ‘ridiculous’

        Joe Rogan says Canada shouldn’t be 51st state, calls growing animosity with Canada ‘ridiculous’

        Joe Rogan famously endorsed Donald Trump for U.S. President, but the hugely influential podcaster can’t get behind Trump’s imperialistic desire...

        Carney promises 'free trade by Canada Day' between provinces and territories

        Carney promises 'free trade by Canada Day' between provinces and territories

        Ford says hiking energy tax on U.S. still on the table. Prime Minister Mark Carney says he and Canada's premiers...

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        The State of Service Report

        The State of Service Report

        Our government created the Citizens’ Services portfolio in 2023 to champion service delivery excellence and to improve government efficiency. This...

        Why we shouldn’t boo the American anthem

        Why we shouldn’t boo the American anthem

        It’s understandable that Canadians are angry. With the return of Donald Trump to the White House, the United States has...


        Second lady Usha Vance will visit Greenland as Trump talks up US takeover

        Second lady Usha Vance will visit Greenland as Trump talks up US takeover

        WASHINGTON (AP) -- Second lady Usha Vance plans a trip to Greenland, the self-governing, mineral-rich territory of American ally Denmark...

        Schumer says he won't step down as Senate Democratic leader despite government funding uproar

        Schumer says he won't step down as Senate Democratic leader despite government funding uproar

        WASHINGTON (AP) -- Senate Democratic leader Chuck Schumer says he won't resign his post, despite pressure from some in his...

        Legal experts say Trump official broke law by saying 'Buy Tesla' stock but don't expect a crackdown

        Legal experts say Trump official broke law by saying 'Buy Tesla' stock but don't expect a crackdown

        NEW YORK (AP) -- When a White House adviser in the first Trump administration told TV viewers to "Go buy...

        Trump acknowledges concerns over Musk's business interests and says he shouldn't get war plans

        Trump acknowledges concerns over Musk's business interests and says he shouldn't get war plans

        WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Donald Trump said Friday that war plans should not be shared with his adviser Elon Musk...

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        Weekslong lockups of European tourists at US borders spark fears of traveling to America

        Weekslong lockups of European tourists at US borders spark fears of traveling to America

        SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Lennon Tyler and her German fiance often took road trips to Mexico when he vacationed in...

        White House says Trump, Putin will seek limited ceasefire on energy, infrastructure in Ukraine war

          White House says Trump, Putin will seek limited ceasefire on energy, infrastructure in Ukraine war

          U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin agreed during a lengthy call Tuesday to seek a limited ceasefire...

          'Danish Viking blood is boiling.' Danes boycott US goods with fervor as others in Europe do so too

          'Danish Viking blood is boiling.' Danes boycott US goods with fervor as others in Europe do so too

          Ivan Hansen, a retired Danish police officer, loaded up his basket at the supermarket, carefully checking each product to avoid...

          Trump and Putin will speak this week on Russia-Ukraine war, US envoy says

          Trump and Putin will speak this week on Russia-Ukraine war, US envoy says

          WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin are expected to speak this week...

          Trump orders strikes on Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen and issues new warning

          Trump orders strikes on Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen and issues new warning

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          How Escalating U.S.-China Competition Over Critical Minerals Impacts Canada

          How Escalating U.S.-China Competition Over Critical Minerals Impacts Canada

          Over the last five years, competition over critical minerals has become a focal point of great-power rivalry — particularly between...

          Removing internal trade barriers would help mitigate damage from Trump tariffs

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          Tariffs, taxes, and takeover bids: Welcome to Election 2025

          Tariffs, taxes, and takeover bids: Welcome to Election 2025

          Canada’s 45th general election is upon us, and it’s shaping up to be the nastiest we have ever seen. Already...

          Canada Proud should be ashamed

          Canada Proud should be ashamed

          Canada Proud, the right-wing provocateurs and third-party advertising group closely aligned with Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, are not exactly renowned...

          Justin Trudeau was a big talker in the House, that is, when he showed up.

          Justin Trudeau was a big talker in the House, that is, when he showed up.

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          It's campaign time! Here's everything you need to know

            It's campaign time! Here's everything you need to know

            We’ve waited a long time for this. On Sunday, Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to ask the Governor General...

            ‘No magic math’—Why cutting waste won’t fund election promises

              ‘No magic math’—Why cutting waste won’t fund election promises

              Peter Mazereeuw speaks with Sahir Khan, an expert in government finances at IFSD, about election promises from Mark Carney and...

              The Numbers: The Liberals are...the favourites?

                The Numbers: The Liberals are...the favourites?

                A flurry of polls conducted just ahead of Sunday’s expected writ drop show the Liberals in the lead — and...

                Mark Carney’s first week as prime minister

                  Mark Carney’s first week as prime minister

                  At Issue this week: Mark Carney uses his first week as prime minister to try to strengthen Canada’s ties with...