Federal Liberal leadership hopeful Mark Carney drew hundreds in Kelowna, B.C., on Wednesday, promising economic improvements and standing firm against the U.S.
“A lot of what I’ve talked about has to do with the economy. It’s part of why I put my hand up initially — it’s the challenges from the Americans who have made it more acute,” said Carney.
The former Bank of Canada governor unveiled a five-step plan, including a balanced budget in three years, middle-class tax cuts, increased building, and ramped-up international and national trade.
“America is not Canada, and Canada will never ever be part of America in any way, shape or form,” said Carney.
Carney addressed President Donald Trump’s plan to make Canada the 51st state as well as his ongoing tariff threats.
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