The Globe and Mail: Mr. Carney said the Canadian government is grateful for its relationship with the United States, adding “we did say thank you,” in a jab directed at U.S. President Donald Trump who earlier this year said Canada was ungrateful for the “freebies” it receives from its southern neighbour.
“But as the U.S. changes dramatically its policies, and that’s the right of the United States, as it changes those policies, many of our former strengths have become our vulnerabilities,” he said. However, he said Canada still has the best trade deal with the U.S.
“Our response begins by reimagining aspects of North American integration. To be absolutely clear, Canada, like Mexico, Canada remains open to deeper integration, including options for fortress North America in selected sectors. And to be clear, those offers are on the table. But if that route is not ultimately possible, we will invest heavily in new markets.”…