The LatestPrime Minister Mark Carney is set to announce an increase to the GST credit today, as part of a suite of affordability measures intended to offset the rising cost of groceries. Carney says Canada has "no intention" of pursuing a free trade agreement with China. Carney answered that he believes Trump's comments have been made in a broader context of trade negotiations with Canada, including with the upcoming review of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA). Carney says many Canadians 'need support now'John Paul Tasker (new window)Good morning, I'm J.P. Tasker, a reporter in the parliamentary bureau. Carney answered that he believes Trump's comments have been made in a broader context of trade negotiations with Canada, including with the upcoming review of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA).

Source: CBC News January 26, 2026 14:37 UTC