Critical minerals are Canada’s investment shield against Trump’s trade war

At the Canada Investment Summit, it became clear that the government’s plan to unlock greater critical mineral investment could be accomplished with a simple tax change backed by five provincial and territorial governments.

To secure our economic future, Prime Minister Mark Carney’s government must double down on measures that secure investment and remove roadblocks for projects today, writes Todd Stone.The Hill Times photograph by Andrew Meade

Opinion

BY TODD STONE

October 7, 2026

As United States President Donald Trump continues his trade war against Canada, much of the trust between Canada and America has been eroded. Canadians are waking up to just how crucial strengthening our economic sovereignty is. This country is embarking on a new and difficu...

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