Antique photograph of a Metis traders' camp in 1879 with Red River carts in background. Dr. Robert Bell/Library and Archives Canada/PA-039926

Diversifying Canada’s economy means bucking north-south trade patterns

U.S. President Donald Trump has been a cold wake up call for Canadians, and we may have to choose between maintaining our cultural values and the allure of economic integration

U.S. President Donald Trump has been a cold wake-up call for Canadians, and we may have to choose between maintaining our cultural values and the allure of economic integration, Laura Rance writes.






Canola pod. Photo: Robin Booker

Ag minister says tariff situation with China remains fragile, volatile

Tariffs on canola and other products were discussed at the annual federal, provincial and territorial ag ministers’ meeting

Agriculture ministers from across Canada said they’ve met with farmers and heard canola producers’ concerns about tariffs but it seems unlikely the ministers will be able to do much about them.