Canada-U.S. Trade Talks Set for January as High-Speed Rail Plans Emerge
Canada — Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Canada and the United States will begin formal talks in January 2026 to review their free trade agreement.
Trade officials from both countries will discuss key issues as part of the upcoming United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement review scheduled for 2026.
The talks follow meetings between Carney and provincial leaders on trade priorities.
Canada’s economy depends heavily on trade with the U.S., and officials say cooperation can benefit both nations.
Free Trade Review to Begin Soon
Canada’s Internal Trade Minister will lead the discussions with U.S. counterparts next month.
The goal is to examine trade rules and address concerns before the formal review starts.
Officials have previously identified areas such as dairy market access and digital policy as topics for discussion.
Carney has described the talks as an opportunity to strengthen economic ties between the two countries.
Canada exports more than three quarters of its goods to the United States.
Both nations say they want a stable and predictable trade relationship.
High-Speed Rail Could Bring Daily Trains to East Coast Corridor
Separately, internal documents reveal plans for a high-speed rail network linking Toronto and Quebec City.
The proposed system could run as many as 72 trains per day through Canada’s most populated region once built.
The federal government recently announced that the first segment of the project will connect Montreal and Ottawa, with construction expected to begin in 2029.
Trains on the new network could travel at speeds up to 300 kilometres per hour on dedicated electric tracks.
Officials say the project could transform travel between major urban centres in Ontario and Quebec.
The rail line is part of broader efforts to modernize Canada’s infrastructure and reduce reliance on cars and planes.
Ontario Warehouse Prepares for Post-Holiday Returns Rush
At a warehouse in Mississauga, Ontario, workers are gearing up to process thousands of unwanted holiday gifts.
Return logistics company staff will manage returns for major brands well into February.
The facility sorts items, returns those in sellable condition to retailers, and donates damaged or unwanted goods to local charities.
Operations have intensified as the post-holiday season begins.
