Dragons’ Den’s Arlene Dickinson says Kevin O’Leary’s ovations to Trump not helpful [Video]

Arlene Dickinson, star of the show “Dragon’s Den” and a member of the Canada-U.S. relations advisory council, says her former costar Kevin O’Leary does not speak for Canada with the Trump administration. She also urged Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to put the interests of Canada first in negotiations with the U.S. president. Smith has said she cannot get on board with the “Team Canada” approach unless the federal government exempts energy from its retaliation plans. (Jan. 21, 2025 / The Canadian Press)

By Canadian Press Staff The Canadian Press

MONTEBELLO, QUE. – One of Canada’s “Dragons’ Den” stars is breathing fire at a former co-star over Canada’s approach to the Donald Trump White House.

Arlene Dickinson, an investor who appears on the popular reality TV show, says former “Dragon” Kevin O’Leary’s recent comments are not helpful as President Trump continues to issue trade threats against Canada.