Mark Carney says Canada can’t accept weakening language deal
By The BriefBrief
Prime Minister Mark Carney said Canada cannot accept a US trade proposal that would weaken French language rights in Quebec. He said American negotiators treat French as an “irritant,” but that in Canada they are “rights,” after political leaders praised Canada for rejecting the proposal.
WHO:Mark Carney
WHAT:Said Canada can’t accept a US trade proposal seen as weakening French language rights in Quebec.
WHEN:Aug 24, 2026
WHERE:Canada
WHY:Carney was reacting to a US trade proposal that many perceived as weakening Canada’s Francophone culture and French language rights in Quebec.
