Rama News Digest
Canada's trade relationship with the United States is under strain, with Canadian negotiators recalled to Ottawa and Prime Minister Carney saying Canada is not in a position to agree to a U.S. trade deal at this time. Separately, the European Union has dropped the 'associate member' term from its closer alliance with Canada.
Canada News
Canada-US Trade Negotiations Break Down
Reports indicate Canada's negotiators have been recalled to Ottawa after trade negotiations with the United States broke down. Further details were not available in the headline summary.
Carney Says Canada Not Ready to Agree to U.S. Trade Deal
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada is not in a 'position right now' to agree to a trade deal with the United States. The statement comes amid ongoing trade tensions.
EU Drops 'Associate Member' Title for Canada
The European Union has dropped the associate membership title for its closer alliance with Canada, according to CBC and Al Jazeera reporting. The term was not included in the draft statement for the Canada-EU Summit, CTV News confirmed.
Construction Outlook Clouded by Costs and Trade Risks
Canada's construction sector shows an activity uptick, but rising costs and trade risks are clouding the outlook. The report was published by CTV News.
Canada Revenue Agency Issues New Workforce Adjustment Notices
The Canada Revenue Agency has issued a new round of workforce adjustment notices, according to a union. The notices were reported by CTV News.
Record Cannabis Seizures Linked to Europe Smuggling
Record amounts of Canadian cannabis have been seized as smuggling to Europe has increased sharply, according to CBC.
Penalties Introduced for Fraudulent Immigration Representatives
New penalties have been introduced for fraudulent and unauthorized immigration and citizenship representatives, according to Canada.ca.
El Nino Expected to Bring Warmer, Drier Conditions to Canada
Global News reports that a strong El Nino, described as 'Godzilla', is expected to bring warmer and drier temperatures to Canada.
Canada Opposes U.S. Embargo on Cuba at the United Nations
Canada continues to oppose the American embargo on Cuba at the United Nations, according to CTV News. The position was stated in the context of UN proceedings.
Federal Government Renews Three Brock Canada Research Chairs
The federal government has renewed three Brock Canada Research Chairs at Brock University, according to The Brock News.
Canada Summer Jobs Funding Applications Open
Funding applications are now open for the Canada Summer Jobs program, according to Brock University's reporting.