Canada’s Conservative Party is calling on Prime Minister Mark Carney to reconvene Parliament, arguing that lawmakers should return to Ottawa to address the government’s failure to secure a new trade agreement with the United States.
The opposition’s demand comes as Canada continues to face uncertainty over tariffs and trade restrictions imposed or threatened by U.S. President Donald Trump.
Conservatives say Parliament should be recalled so MPs can scrutinize the government’s trade strategy, question ministers and debate measures needed to protect Canadian businesses and workers.
The party argues that the ongoing trade dispute has significant consequences for the Canadian economy, particularly for industries that depend heavily on access to the U.S. market.
Carney’s government has maintained that negotiations with Washington remain a priority and that Canada is working to secure the best possible terms for Canadian exporters. Federal officials have also emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong negotiating position while discussions continue.
The United States is Canada’s largest trading partner, making the outcome of the negotiations particularly important for sectors such as automotive manufacturing, agriculture, energy, steel, aluminum and forestry.
The Conservatives’ call to reconvene Parliament also increases political pressure on Carney at a time when the government is facing questions about how it plans to respond if tariff measures remain in place or are expanded.
The opposition party has argued that Canadians deserve greater transparency about the negotiations and a clear explanation of Ottawa’s plans for protecting the economy.
Whether Parliament will be recalled remains a decision for the federal government. In the meantime, the Canada-U.S. trade dispute continues to be one of the most important economic and political issues facing Ottawa.
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