Canada prepares a trade proposal to the U.S. as tariff deadline looms

By CTV News

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August 15, 2026

Category: Business & Politics

Region: Canada, United States

Canada has prepared a trade proposal for the U.S. as new 50% tariffs loom, with talks intensifying ahead of the Aug. 19 deadline. Mike Le Couteur reports.

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