Carney Says Canada Not Ready for Trade Deal With Trump Administration

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada is not yet ready to reach a trade deal with United States President Donald Trump’s administration, despite intensified negotiations between the two countries.

Speaking to reporters on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, before a Liberal national caucus meeting in Ottawa, Carney said Canada would only pursue an agreement if it served the interests of Canadians.

Canada Says Talks Have Yet to Make Enough Progress

Carney said Ottawa remained willing to pursue a trade agreement if the right opportunity emerged, but stressed that Canadian negotiators were not yet in a position to secure a deal.

Although trade discussions between Ottawa and Washington have intensified in recent days, Canadian officials have described the progress as limited.

US Midterm Elections Add Pressure

The trade negotiations come just days before the United States midterm elections, scheduled for Tuesday, November 3, when control of both chambers of Congress will be contested.

Trump’s tariff policies have faced widespread unpopularity among Americans amid concerns about the rising cost of living.

However, Carney maintained that Canada would not rush into an agreement, insisting that any deal must reflect the country’s economic interests.

CBC News