Canada and the U.S. faced a breakdown in trade negotiations just before the deadline for imposing new tariffs. Prime Minister Mark Carney criticized the U.S., stating that their recent proposals were economically unfair and cast doubt on the reliability of any potential deal. Former Conservative Leader Erin O’Toole, a member of the Prime Minister’s Advisory Committee on Canada–U.S. Economic Relations, discusses the reasons behind the failed talks and potential future developments. To access transcripts of the discussion, visit the Front Burner website. Stay updated by subscribing to Front Burner on various podcast platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube.