Two in three Canadians say new US trade deal crucial for jobs economy

OTTAWA — A new national poll finds that most Canadians see securing a new trade deal with the U.S. as crucial for domestic jobs and economic growth.

The poll, conducted by Ipsos on behalf of the Montreal Economic Institute (MEI), shows that cross-border relations is a top-of-mind concern for Canadians, as the national economy falters under the weight of tariffs .

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“Canadians correctly recognize that our economy and that of the United States are closely linked, and they want this trade relationship to continue,” said Daniel Dufort, the president and CEO at the MEI. “Despite calls to strengthen the domestic market, Canadians understand that maintaining our access to a market of 340 million people ensures significantly greater prosperity.”

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