Carney's cabinet retreat brings 'tough' budget decisions, tariff relief and calls for a 'diet' government

Prime Minister Mark Carney’s cabinet meeting in Toronto addressed tough budget decisions, public service adjustments, and trade negotiations with the U.S., with Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne acknowledging difficult choices ahead, including potential layoffs. Industry Minister Mélanie Joly announced forthcoming aid for sectors impacted by U.S. tariffs, while the government refrained from setting new deadlines for trade deal negotiations.

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