In a recent luncheon, U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra voiced disappointment at Canadians’ apparent lack of enthusiasm for the cross-border relationship. He also expressed sadness that the two nations were not collaborating more enthusiastically on mutual interests.

Next month, Boston becomes the meeting ground for Massachusetts Gov. Maura Healey, fellow northeastern governors, and Canadian premiers as they engage in pivotal trade talks.

As Canadians head to the polls, they face a pivotal decision that could shape the nation’s trajectory amid an era of international trade tensions. The election, dominated by Trump’s trade war and rhetoric, offers a choice between extending the Liberal Party’s decade-long leadership or embracing the Conservative Party’s call for change.

Fears over border arrests and President Trump’s rhetoric are causing Canadians to rethink their travel plans to the United States. With a noticeable decline in bookings, concerns are rising about the impact on cross-border relations and tourism.