Ottawa looks to new partnerships in Europe as Trump’s threats against Canada materialize

Canada’s and Europe’s leaders are trying to rewrite the framework of power to open the way for an end to Russia’s murderous attack on its neighbouring state.

For Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, left, the Feb. 24 call to action in Kyiv on behalf of Ukraine may be remembered as his best moment in nearly a decade in power, writes Les Whittington.Screenshot courtesy of CPAC

Opinion

BY LES WHITTINGTON

February 26, 2025

OTTAWA—The collision course in Canada-United States relations looked more damaging than ever after President Donald Trump confirmed tariffs against Canadian exports next week, and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau helped Europeans repudiate Trump’s pro-Moscow approach to end...

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