Conservative leader heads to U.S. to promote Canada as Trump escalates trade war
Poilievre says freer trade would protect Canadian jobs as he meets investors, appears on business networks and marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
- Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre departed for New York Wednesday to meet with business leaders and participate in 9/11 commemoration events marking the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks.
- New Canadian retaliatory tariffs took effect Tuesday, following President Donald Trump's executive orders banning specific Canadian products, creating the escalated trade backdrop for Poilievre's visit.
- According to a senior Conservative source, the trip carries the blessing of the Prime Minister's Office, signaling unified Canadian coordination after Poilievre previously deferred to PMO advice on timing.
- On major business networks, Poilievre plans to "appeal for free trade and co-operation," stating, "Both countries can be safer, richer and more affordable if we trade freely."
- This engagement builds on sustained American stakeholder outreach; Poilievre visited Michigan, Texas, and New York on March 19, 2026, establishing a pattern of direct relationship-building beyond federal capitals.
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As a transition to the CNBC channel, the CCP leader argued for a stronger North America.
Conservative Party leader Pierre Poilievre told an American television audience on Thursday that Canadians were united in their fight against the customs duties imposed by US President Donald Trump.
Poilievre tells U.S. TV Canadians are 'wounded' and 'confused' to be in America's crosshairs
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is telling Americans their northern neighbours are feeling "wounded" and "confused" over how Canada and its economy became a key target for U.S. President Donald Trump.
The Toronto Star
Conservative Leader Poilievre in New York to pitch closer Canada-U.S. ties
OTTAWA - Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre told an American TV audience Thursday that Canadians are united in their mission to fight U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs.
Poilievre tells U.S. audience Canadians are feeling 'wounded' from U.S. trade actions
OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre was in New York City on Thursday, urging Americans to return to two-way tariff-free trade between Canada and the U.S. “Let’s knock down those tariffs and focus on building a stronger North America for our two separate countries,” said Poilievre, during an interview on CNBC’s Squawk Box. Poilievre is visiting the U.S. to promote free trade and participate in ceremonies commemorating the 25th anniversa…
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