NDP says government needs to be more transparent in trade talks with the U.S.
- Don Davies, the NDP's interim leader, has urged Prime Minister Mark Carney to fulfill the government's pledge by providing Parliament with detailed information about the ongoing U.S. Trade negotiations as of June 1, 2025, in Ottawa.
- Davies made the request following concerns the government entered preliminary renegotiations of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement without tabled notice as promised in February 2020.
- Mark Carney is scheduled to engage with U.S. President Donald Trump during the upcoming G7 summit to advance discussions on establishing a renewed economic and security partnership between Canada and the United States.
- Carney said on May 27 during a CBC Power & Politics interview that trade talks cannot begin until more progress occurs on the U.S. Tariff issue.
- Davies highlighted the government has not fulfilled commitments to provide at least 90 days’ notice and an economic impact assessment before trade talks begin, raising concerns about adherence to transparency.
31 Articles
31 Articles
Prime Minister Mark Carney should honour the Liberal government's past promises to the New Democratic Party (NDP) and table information in the House of Commons on any trade negotiations with the United States, says the party's interim leader.

NDP says government needs to be more transparent in trade talks with the U.S.
Breaking News, Sports, Manitoba, Canada
OTTAWA—Prime Minister Mark Carney should honour the Liberal government's past promises to the New Democratic Party (NDP) and table in the House of Commons information on any trade negotiations with the United States, says the interim leader of the party. Don Davies' request comes before the G7 Leaders' Summit, which will take place June 15-17 in Kananaskis, Alberta, during which Mr. Carney will meet again with U.S. President Donald Trump. The tw…
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 72% of the sources lean Left
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
Ownership
To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage