The U.S.-Canada relationship faced challenges in 2025, with 2026 promising further complexities due to a U.S. Supreme Court ruling on tariffs, CUSMA renegotiations, and midterm elections. Christopher Sands, an expert on Canada-U.S. relations, emphasized that while the CUSMA review is a constructive opportunity, Canada must address key issues such as dairy imports, provincial procurement, and media regulation to align with U.S. expectations. The business community generally advocates for maintaining the agreement’s stability rather than drastic changes. Addressing provincial procurement would enhance stability, while the Online Streaming and News Acts present more complicated regulatory challenges.
