Prime Minister Mark Carney’s appointment of Mark Wiseman as Canada’s ambassador to the U.S. has sparked criticism in Quebec due to Wiseman’s ties to the Century Initiative advocating for mass immigration and his opposition to supply management, which is crucial for Quebec’s dairy industry. While some analysts believe the nomination won’t severely harm Carney’s standing in Quebec, it contributes to a pattern of perceived insensitivity towards the province. Critics, including Quebec Premier François Legault and Bloc Québécois Leader Yves-François Blanchet, argue that Wiseman’s views could undermine Quebec’s interests in U.S. negotiations. Carney insists he retains ultimate control over trade negotiations, despite backlash over the appointment.
