By Canadian Press

Trudeau names Rachel Notley, other ex-premiers, and executives to Canada-U.S. relations council

Jan 16, 2025 | 10:21 AM

OTTAWA — Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has formed a new Canada-U.S. relations council to support the federal government as it deals with the incoming Trump administration’s vow to impose tariffs.

The 18 members of the council include Steve Verheul, who was Canada’s chief trade negotiator during the renegotiation of NAFTA.

Joining him on the council are former premiers Jean Charest, Rachel Notley and Stephen McNeil.

Canada’s Ambassador to the United States Kirsten Hillman, former ambassador David MacNaughton and Jody Thomas, the prime minister’s former national security adviser, are also joining the council.

The group includes representatives from the automotive industry, the nuclear power sector, agriculture and the labour movement.

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This report by The Canadian Press was first published Jan. 16, 2025.

Sarah Ritchie, The Canadian Press