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Conflict with US is pushing Canada to move closer to EU

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November 12, 2026

Tariff disputes with the US have prompted Canada to look across the Atlantic, seeking closer ties with Europe. A new Canada-EU alliance aims to strengthen political and economic cooperation.

Canada's easternmost province, Newfoundland, is looking across the Atlantic as relations with the United States come under strain. From fish exporters seeking new markets in Europe to local leaders promoting closer EU ties, many Canadians say uncertainty caused by tariffs and changing US policies is driving a shift in outlook. The report also highlights tighter border controls at the historic Haskell Free Library and growing support for a proposed associate partnership between Canada and the European Union.

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