Pilgrimages prove politicians paying attention

Arguably, at no time in our current history has it been more important for Canada to take our show on the road now that our trade relationship with the U.S. has changed.

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, left, and Prime Minister Mark Carney have both struck out on trips abroad during the House recess to make Canada’s case to international partners, writes Tim Powers.The Hill Times photographs by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY TIM POWERS

March 4, 2026

OTTAWA—Canada’s place in the world has always mattered. As a smaller country, based on population, many compelling arguments have been made that we need to trade and engage globally to find our economic prosperity.

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