Wednesday, February 1, 2017

The Trump effect Tracker: February 2017





With the change of the guard at the White House, the path ahead for Canada could see some significant shifts as the administration of President Donald J. Trump puts its imprint on the global political scene.

Below, we'll follow those political and economic moves that have an impact on Canada.

The February Archive

February 28

Trump points to Canada as a model for U.S. immigration reform
Traditional address to Congress offers Trump chance to shift tone
Trump's blueprint for America meets sobering realities of Washington politics
Trump says 'real and positive immigration reform is possible' in address to Congress
'The time for small thinking is over,' Trump tells Congress in speech
Trump gives shout out to Trudeau in speech to Congress
Trump premieres his (new and improved) act to Congress
Trump open to 'compromise' on immigration bill
Trump stays on script in speech to Congress, proclaims 'new chapter of American greatness'
Justin Trudeau, Canada get shout out in Donald Trump's speech to Congress
Donald Trump's 'big, big' corporate tax cut could 'erase Canada's advantage'
Trump sounds optimistic tone, hails 'new chapter of American greatness' in speech


February 27

Keeping Donald Trump-inspired refugee flood in perspective
Canadians need to know more about Mulroney's role


February 25 and 26

Following the Midwest Passage: Asylum seekers take a cold journey to Manitoba via Trump's America
Immigration minister not convinced increase in asylum seekers constitutes a trend
Canada has a border problem, Here's how to fix it
Canadian citizenship must be a constitutional right
America's spectacular immigration mess
Goodale rejects request to boost border staff to deal with asylum seekers
Ralph Goodale to raise illegal border crossings with U.S. officials in coming days
Sanctuary status may be more than cities can handle
Immigration harmony will be tested in Canada
Most people crossing border illegally always planned to end up in Canada, minister says
Canadian schools worried over how foreign-born students will be treated at border


February 24

Republican activist Kelly Knight Craft on Trump's radar for Ambassador to Canada
In Donald Trump's world, Canada has to embrace the chaos
Refugee influx: 5 things to know about illegal border crossings into Canada
Politicians must respond properly to populist sentiment, Manning tells conference
Trudeau 'must' raise border crossings with Trump, says Manitoba premier
Whether its Donald Trump or Paul Martin, followership takes its cues from our leaders
Sanctuary cities promote illegal immigration
Extremism, elites and 'Trumpomania' highlights at Manning Centre Conference
New federal Conservative party leader will need to choose unity over populism: Manning


February 23

Trudeau, Trump talk border cooperation as asylum seekers come to Canada
Trudeau and Trump talk about border, softwood lumber and next summits
Wall with Canada? White House spokesman, media share a laugh over question
The Bloc Quebecois looks for a leader


February 22

Ottawa seeking new 'coalition' on Asian trade after Trump kills TPP 
Charter will protect Canadians at U.S. border preclearance: Trudeau
Reform party founder warns populism can be a 'rogue well' for Conservatives
'The law is there and it's being applied,' Ralph Goodale says of RCMP's handling of asylum seekers
Expanded U.S. border preclearance bill will offer better protection, Trudeau says
Trudeau deserves credit on the foreign front
Without TPP, Canada looks for new Asia Trade deal
Liberals urged to keep promise on creating children's commissioner
Time is ticking for a softwood lumber deal


February 21 

Canada's Border agencies shift staff to deal with illegal crossings
Is Canada ready for Donald Trump's refugee crisis?
Province, Ottawa require united refugee approach: Manitoba premier
Canada to give asylum to 1,200 primarily Yazidi refugees by end of 2017
A solution to Canada's refugee surge is no easy feat
Liberals unveil resettlement plan for 1,200 Yazidis and other victims of ISIS
Government pressed on plan to deal with migrants illegally coming into Canada
'I am a man with no land': African migrants wait in limbo, dreaming of sanctuary in Canada
Tony Clement hangs up on CBC Daybreak after exchange over asylum seekers
Sanctuary city movement grows in Canada, but could bring tension with police, immigration officials
Toronto must enforce its 'sanctuary city' status 
If this many risk frostbite to cross U.S. border in February, how many will come by June?
Lack of resources makes border 'vulnerable' as refugees pour in: CBSA union boss
U.S. Dairy farmer push for Trump to milk the Canadian market
Canada won't abandon Mexico in NAFTA talks, Freeland says
Freeland stresses talks on NAFTA will involve all three members
Canada isn't about to 'throw Mexico under the bus,' foreign ministers say
Canadians warn against Trump pressure to change strategy for fighting ISIS
Trudeau apologizes to anglophone woman for answering in French at Sherbrooke town hall
Justin Trudeau's Hamburg speech hints at populist shift in Ottawa
Want to get ahead with Trump? Access is key, Mulroney says
Trudeau is striking right balance with U.S., China, says former Liberal PM Paul Martin
M-103 could morph into something unrecognizable


February 20

Canada set to renew Ukraine military training mission amid Trump fears
Fearing Trump, asylum seekers travel across U.S.-Canada border, regardless of risks
Getting to the roots of populist uprisings
Atlantic premiers vow vigilance on trade with U.S.
Sizable minority says Canada is accepting too many refugees: poll
1 in 4 Canadians want Trump-style travel ban, poll suggests
Canadian troops in Iraq mount pressure on ISIS around Syrian border
Trade in the Trump era: Atlantic Canada premiers get down to business at Newfoundland meeting
Two Tory MPs call on Ottawa to stop irregular Canada-U.S. border crossings
Canada-U.S. border the final frontier for refugee-seekers
Justin Trudeau explains Donald Trump to Europe
Canada's strategy needs to constrain Trump, not empower him
Liberal government 'testing the limits' of Canadian's attitudes to refugees: poll
Why are asylum seekers crossing into Canada on foot and what are their rights?
Atlantic premiers discus trade with U.S., health care synergies
Quarter of Canadians support Trump-style ban on Syrian refugees: poll


February 18 & 19 

Mulroney draws praise for Canada, Trudeau from Trump at Mar-a-Lago
Brian Mulroney sings for Donald Trump
Brian Mulroney sings for cancer fundraiser at Trump's Florida resort
Watch Brian Mulroney serenade Donald Trump with When Irish Eye are Smiling at Mar-a-Lago club
Mexico could end drug, security co-operation if Trump pushes Trade terms, Economy Minister warns
Two Tory MPs call on Ottawa to stop illegal Canada-U.S. border crossings
Activist Maude Barlow on finding common ground with Trump on trade
Trudeau's Europe trip dominated by Trump and Trade
Forget the White House, pay attention to our own House
On military spending, there's more than one way for Canada to pull its weight
How to give a proper handshake, according to expert, Donald Trump and Justin Trudeau
How Trump's military policy could affect Canadians involved in fighting ISIS
Trump and Trudeau's meeting with women entrepreneurs: Political strategy or genuine interest?
Budget 2017: A look at what could come from the Liberal's tax expenditure review
Defining 'tweaking': Unpacking the politics after Trudeau, Trump meeting
Liberals hint at more defence spending in upcoming budget as U.S. demands more



February 17

Canada, Mexico must stand firm on trilateral NAFTA: Mexican Economy Minister
Alberta Premier Notley to discuss cross-border trade in Washington
Trump's battle with U.S. Intelligence community could slow the flow of key security info to Canada
Rename Langevin block, but prepare for history's other ghosts, Bob Rae warns
Trudeau had a good week ... sort of
As Donald Trump's refugees stream into Canada, will our immigration policies hold up?
Cab rides to the border: Refugee claimants 'gouged' to escape U.S. into Canada
With open arms, Mounties help refugees who walked across the Canadian border
Warning to Canada's governing elite - fix your relationships with voters or face political upheaval
Guns and Butter: Why Donald Trump poses a threat to the Canadian economy

February 16

NAFTA  worries put Canadian auto-parts makers on edge
TransCanada refiles application in Nebraska for Keystone pipeline route
NORAD eyes upgrade to protect against missile threat
Conservatives are wrong to oppose Islamophobia motion
Ford Canada CEO promises to maintain $700-million Ontario investment
Sajjan expects 'significant' new defence spending but maybe not on NATO
Trudeau tries to reassure a Europe worried over potentially troubled relationship with Trump
Can Donald Trump promise to tweak NAFTA? Trade experts say no

February 15 

Canada, United States will focus on bilateral NAFTA negotiations
Trudeau must act now to protect Canada from Trump's domestic agenda: Business council
Canada's takeaway from Trump meeting: 'cautiously optimistic'
Donald Trump - Justin Trudeau meeting polite but inconclusive
How Canada should react to Trump and refugee crisis
Trudeau's mixed message on immigration
Question wars: Trump's 'Trojan Horse' vs. Trudeau's 'hugs'
Uh, oh ... that Republican 'border tax' might just be legal (and we might just have to live with it)
Canadian less tolerant of uncontrolled immigration than Americans
Proposed bill letting U.S. border guards detain Canadians could face legal challenges
U.S. defence chief issues sharp ultimatum telling Canada, NATO allies to up defence spending
Trudeau must act swiftly to protect Canada from Trump's economic agenda: John Manley

February 14 

Trudeau-Trump meeting may have appeased most Canadians - but not all
In rush to appease Trump, Trudeau is abandoning his values
Likelihood of U.S. border tax fades in face of mounting opposition
How much trade leverage does Canada really have with the U.S.?
Trump's plan to 'tweak' NAFTA a big question mark for Canadian trade
Canada-EU trade deal faces final vote of approval Wednesday
Top diplomat in U.K. says old allies relying on Canada in new ways in age of Brexit and Trump
Terrorism, organized crime prompt millions more for border
Goodale to address border 'tensions' with U.S. homeland secretary
Justin Trudeau's visit a moment of calm in tumultuous Trump White House
Trump and Trudeau meeting hits right notes for Canadians wary of trade threat
Trump's press secretary just called Trudeau 'Prime Minister Joe Trudeau of Canada'
Trump offers Trudeau his hand, readers rise to the caption challenge
After hopeful Trump-Trudeau meeting corporate Canada now eyeing EU Trade
Trump Spokesman Sean Spicer talks about 'Prime Minister Joe Trudeau of Canada'
Trump's biggest threat to Canada's economy isn't NAFTA - it's that he's about to out-compete Trudeau
PM missed opportunity to 'put something on table' during Trump meetings: Tory leadership candidates
No definitive answers after Justin Trudeau, Donald Trump comment on trade
Trudeau's lost opportunity to build a better Democracy

February 11-13

Trudeau, Trump speak at White House about strengthening ties
Trudeau keeps in boring with Trump, and it works (for now)
Trudeau, Trump vow to tighten energy ties, beginning with Keystone XL
When Trudeau met Trump: Canadian exceptionalism, American envy
Trump and Trudeau: A good, successful first date
Trudeau talks trade under the guise of gender equality
Sarah Palin won't be named U.S. ambassador to Canada: official
With Trump, sunny ways is Trudeau's best play
Corporate Canada wary of trade risks as Trudeau meets with Trump
Trump plays down changes to NAFTA after meeting with Trudeau
Trudeau, Trump launch joint initiative to support women in the workforce
Trudeau, Trump to meet for private lunch
Justin Trudeau will tread carefully on global security in Trump meeting
In their first meeting, Trudeau needs to sell Trump on NAFTA
Trudeau's snooze-worthy meeting with Trump a triumph
Trudeau, Trump find common ground on economy, security but remain at odds over immigration
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meets U.S. President Donald Trump
Trudeau, Trump talk trade, security in 1st face-to-face visit
Why Trudeau-Trump feels like more than a simple chat about the economy
How to follow Justin Trudeau's trip to Washington
Trump, Trudeau to discuss women in workforce at Washington round table
Pre-clearance bill would give U.S. border agents in Canada new powers
Trudeau is the the 3rd leader hosted by Trump: Here's how the first 2 meetings went
Justin Trudeau unlikely to raise differences with Trump on Monday
Canadians don't want PM to 'lecture another country,' says Trudeau
Transcript of Trudeau, Trump statements after their first meeting in Washington
Donald Trump and Justin Trudeau shake hands: and analysis
Making Donald Trump seem boring counts as a win for Trudeau
Tranquil Trudeau to meet Troubled Trump
Table set for cordial talks between Justin Trudeau and Donald Trump
Donald Trump: 'America is deeply fortunate to have a neighbour like Canada'
For Canada's sake
Trudeau's Hallmark card visit to Trump's Washington
When Gemini (Trump) meets Capricorn (Trudeau): Awkward
Flattery gets Justin Trudeau everywhere with Donald Trump
Justin Trudeau meets Donald Trump at the White House: 'America is deeply fortunate to have a neighbour like Canada'
Did Donald Trump really know Pierre Trudeau and respect him greatly? A review of the evidence
Canadians not ready to welcome ambassador Sarah Palin, would prefer Rudy Giuliani: poll
Border tax adjustment tax reportedly being looked at by Trump administration would be brutal for Canada: study
Trump and Trudeau to launch joint task force aimed at helping women in the workforce: White House official
Canadian CEOs brace for NAFTA changes as Trump and Trudeau meet
Conservatives offer support to Trudeau ahead of meeting with Trump
Canadian dollar posts one-week high as Trump downplays changes to trade ties
Women in the work force: How do Canada and the U.S. stack up?
Donald Trump not 'totally confident' about the security of U.S.-Canada border
Justin Trudeau, Donald Trump strike cordial tone on trade in first meeting
As Trudeau meets Trump, will Canada abandon Mexico?
Donald Trump's handshakes are likely a show of power, experts say
Justin Trudeau, Donald Trump team up to support women in the workforce
As it happened: Justin Trudeau in Washington for face-to-face meeting with Donald Trump
Justin Trudeau, Donald Trump shake hands before 1st face-to-face meeting in Washington
The genesis of Justin Trudeau's visit with Donald Trump
President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issue joint statement
Tom Mulcair and Jenny Kwan demand Justin Trudeau speak up about Trump's discriminatory executive order

February 10

Trudeau plans to connect with Trump on jobs but steer clear of immigration ban
Trump administration: Is it tragedy or is it farce?
Can Trudeau's optimism survive Trump's unpleasant surprises on Monday?
Canada must be firm but correct in dealing with Trump
Canada's kowtow pilgrimage to Donald Trump's Washington
Finding order in the Trump chaos will be job one for Trudeau
Canadians are proud of our unique identity
There's no such thing as refugees from the United States

February 9

Trudeau urged to find common ground with Trump during Washington visit
How Canada can take Trump's refugees
Canada, China to attends summit on free trade after TPP collapse
A face-to-face meeting is Trudeau's best bet for dealing with Trump
Trudeau's meeting with Trump in Washington will set tone for years
Sarah Palin for ambassador to Canada?
Ottawa should suspend Safe Third Country Agreement
Canada must rescind its torture protocol
Air Canada hopes Trump will lead to lower fees here
Trudeau, Trump to meet Monday in Washington: PMO
Amidst tragedy, the solidarity is heartwarming
Sarah Palin for U.S. Ambassador to Canada? You betcha!
Trudeau, Trump to meet Monday in Washington: Strong Canada-U.S. ties help the middle class,' PM says
Please Advise! Sarah Palin, Canadian Ambassador?
Suncor Energy CEO thinks it's unlikely U.S. will impose border tax on Canada
Donald Trump and Justin Trudeau to meet Monday in Washington


February 8

Freeland talks tough on trade with Trump team
Canadians may want a trade war with Trump, but Trudeau shouldn't
Which Trump will Trudeau meet on Washington visit?
Nexus cards reinstated pending court decision on Trump order
Trudeau concerned about refugee influx in Manitoba border town
For Trudeau, old politics won't cut it
Chrystia Freeland says Canada prepared for 'strong offensive position' on NAFTA
Federal government started wrestling with Trump tax plan shortly after election
Nexus trusted-traveller cards reinstated, at least for now. minister says
Ministers cycle through Washington ahead of Trump-Trudeau talks
Ottawa should suspend refugee pact with U.S., Harvard report says
Sarah Palin as U.S. ambassador to Canada?
Canadians are smart about immigration
Trudeau's carbon price puts America first
Bombardier deal bad for taxpayers
Boost border security funding before Canada finds itself in Donald Trump's crosshairs 
Chrystia Freeland warns Washington that Canada will 'strongly oppose' potential tariffs
Canadians deeply dislike Trump, but prefer him to Trudeau on economy, security: poll
Will it be Merkel before Trump? Trudeau to visit Europe next week
Revoked Nexus cards reinstated following Trump travel ban: public safety minister
If we want to keep Trump off our backs, take our military seriously, for a change


February 7 

Canadian oil producers fret over spectre of U.S. border tax
Manitoba community seeing influx of asylum seekers since Trump order
Why Donald Trump's emphasis on trade surpluses misses the point
Kevin O'Leary, a Trump-lite bully, could be Trudeau's worst nightmare
Freeland to meet with U.S. counterpart Tillerson in Washington
Canadians want Trudeau to stand up to Trump, even if it leads to trade war
Beyond Reason? Canada's energy sector weighs the U.S. border-adjustment tax
Sajjan says Liberals 'committed to investing in defence,' but won't say by how much
White House wants media to cover terrorism more, cites Canadian example
Canada will never 'be party to' torture, defence minister says after visit to Trump's Washington
Canadian border communities struggle with surge in asylum seekers in past year
Chrystia Freeland to meet Rex Tillerson, Paul Ryan in Washington
Canada needs to act now to help refugees and minorities harmed by Trump's orders
Why do Americans prefer Canada's PM to their own president?


February 6 

Tearing up NAFTA 'would be devastating': major U.S. business lobbyist
Sajjan meets with Mattis as Trump warns NATO members must step up defence spending
Why Trudeau's 'Goldilocks' strategy with Trump is the best approach
Ralph Goodale challenged on claim that no Canadian passport holders lost Nexus access
Dominic Barton, top economic adviser, encourages bold response to Trump
Pentagon meeting: A first for members of Trump-Trudeau cabinets
Trade briefing for Trump's team flagged Canadian softwood, dairy
Canada shouldn't fear NAFTA discussions, U.S. Chamber of Commerce head says
Ralph Goodale says 200 Nexus card users can't cross the U.S.-Canada border
Don't tear up NAFTA, says U.S. Chamber of Commerce head
U.S. defence secretary James Mattis was 'hugging and kissing' Canadians in Kandahar
After two weeks of Trump, Canadian firms likely to push pause button on investment

February 5 

Don't be deaf to the threat of dog whistle politics
Why do parties choose the wrong leaders?
Combating the rise of post-truth politics
Trudeau should 'lift the cap' on refugee sponsorships in wake of Trump immigration order: protestors
Do the factors that led to Donald Trump's presidency add up in Canada

February 4

Canada choosing 'the opposite approach' on refugees and immigration: Hussen
Trudeau needs help with Trump

February 3 

As Trump unravels Dodd-Frank, Canadian banks bullish on U.S.
Regulatory disparity between U.S. and Canada threatens domestic oil
Ottawa urges U.S. to honour Nexus cards after reports of revoked passes
Trump says NAFTA 'a catastrophe' for the U.S., but Canada has its grievances
Canadian auto makers bracing for trade 'chaos'
Trump's policies may divert migrants to Latin America
'Trump' risk' hangs over Canadian real estate market
First Trump-Trudeau meeting expected 'very soon'
Canada stalled on request to lead Mali mission because of Trump: sources
U.S. revokes all Nexus cards from Canadian permanent residents with citizenship in restricted countries: CBSA
Canada looking at legality of enforcing Trump travel ban on Canadian soil
Harjit Sajjan will be in Washington Monday to meet with U.S. Secretary of Defence James Mattis
Some Nexus cards revoked on both sides of border following U.S. executive order
Trump's tense calls with U.S. allies serve u 'full plate' for Rex Tillerson
What will Trump want from Canada on NAFTA? A U.S. document may offer clues
Canada must not become a tax haven
As the world tiptoes around Trump many are watching Trudeau closely
The country is waiting for a bit timely push to move Canada beyond a 'middle power'


February 2 

Trump's call to speed up NAFTA talks puts Canada on guard
Feds lobbying against Trump push for biometric screening for U.S. visitors
The world is evolving. Why can't Trump?
'Cuck': a modern swear word that's as dirty as the old ones
Trump says he'd like to speed up the start of NAFTA talks
Trump calls NAFTA a 'catastrophe,' suggests negotiating 'extra' F' for 'fair'
Canadian ambassador reassures Mexico on NAFTA
It's time Canada stands with Mexico
U.S. secretary of state Rex Tillerson speaks with Canadian counterpart Chrystia Freeland
Trump takes 1st step toward renegotiating NAFTA, vows to make quick progress
Asylum system shouldn't be impacted by Trump's immigration order: Ottawa


February 1

Advocates, lawyers mull court challenge to Canada's refugee pact with U.S.
Canadian dollar caught in 'Trump trade' dilemma
Quiet diplomacy has its limits
Canada must hold its own on NAFTA talks
What Justin Trudeau could do to counter Donald Trump
Canadian law professors demand action by Ottawa against Trump travel ban
Lots of Talk, No Action in Commons Debate on Trump Refugee Ban
NDP pushes to Open Doors to Refugees in Wake of Trump Ban
President Trump and Australia PM have 'worst call'
Donald Trump rages at 'dumb deal' with Australia over refugee resettlement
Donald Trump rips Australia's PM over phone: 'This was the worst call by far'
Trump berated Australia PM Turnbull, cut phone call short
'Bad hombres': reports claim Trump spoke of sending troops to Mexico
Trump to Mexico: Your 'tough hombres' need to 'be knocked out'

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