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PM says new envoy to U.S. will have window to prepare for next phase of trade talks
Kirsten Hillman will leave early in 2026 as Canada prepares a new envoy for the USMCA trade review to address ongoing economic and security challenges, Prime Minister Mark Carney said.
- Prime Minister Mark Carney announced Ottawa will name a new ambassador to Washington in coming weeks, as Kirsten Hillman prepares to leave early 2026.
- Carney said the USMCA review will gather force in the new year, aligning with Canada's completed consultations and the appointment ahead of Hillman's early 2026 departure.
- U.S. concerns have included southbound fentanyl flows and irregular migrants, which the White House cited to justify tariffs against Canada after Donald Trump’s 2024 election win and an Ontario government anti-tariff ad halted talks.
- The government said there is much work to be done on the Canada–United States relationship and stressed its critical importance, as Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the next ambassador to Washington.
- Succession discussions include ministers, department officials and trade negotiators, while Prime Minister Mark Carney did not comment on speculation about Mark Wiseman and said an announcement will come in coming weeks.
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