Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said trade talks with the United States have gained momentum, with progress helped by greater flexibility from the Trump administration. He said Canada would judge any deal as a whole and sees greater prospects if Washington moves toward accepting Canada's red lines. Sources told Global News the talks were moving quickly but were skeptical of a deal before the Nov. 3 U.S. midterm elections.
WHO:Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney; multiple sources cited by Global News
WHAT:Carney said U.S.-Canada trade talks had gained momentum and that prospects for a deal depended on U.S. flexibility and acceptance of Canada's red lines.
WHEN:Reported Oct 26, 2026 at 5:29 PM ET
WHERE:Canada
WHY:Carney attributed progress to greater flexibility from the Trump administration and said a deal's prospects depended on Washington moving toward accepting Canada's red lines.
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