‘I think 2017 will be her true test as a minister,’ Freeland moves into the spotlight

Donald Trump's team may have a few things in common with 'progressive' politicians, says International Trade Minister Chrystia Freeland.

Chrystia Freeland pictured with departing U.S. counterpart Michael Froman during the Three Amigos summit in Ottawa in June. Mr. Froman will soon be replaced by Robert Lighthizer, a veteran of the Reagan administration.The Hill Times photograph by Jake Wright

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BY PETER MAZEREEUW

January 9, 2017

PARLIAMENT HILL—You can expect to see a lot more Chrystia Freeland in 2017. Barring a cabinet shuffle, the 48-year-old trade minister and MP for University-Rosedale will lead Canada’s defence against the onslaught of trade reforms promised by U.S. presiden...

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