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Jivani Advocates for Canada-U.S. Ties Amid Tariff Concerns

2/18/2026

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Jamil Jivani visited Washington to meet U.S. President Donald Trump and Trump officials, seeking to strengthen Canada-U.S. ties.
He represents a central Ontario riding hit by auto tariffs that have caused General Motors layoffs.
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre supports overturning the tariffs to protect Canadian jobs.
Some Conservative members criticized Jivani's unsanctioned diplomacy.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford expressed mixed feelings, stressing American outreach and noting Jivani's role aided his recognition.

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Jamil Jivani visited Washington to meet U.S. President Donald Trump and Trump officials, seeking to strengthen Canada-U.S. ties.
He represents a central Ontario riding hit by auto tariffs that have caused General Motors layoffs.
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre supports overturning the tariffs to protect Canadian jobs.
Some Conservative members criticized Jivani's unsanctioned diplomacy.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford expressed mixed feelings, stressing American outreach and noting Jivani's role aided his recognition.