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New Canadian Ambassador Wiseman Tackles Turbulent U.S. Relations

2/18/2026

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Mark Wiseman, Canada’s ambassador to the United States, has officially taken on the role amid turbulent Canada-U.S. relations.
His finance background and links to key Trump advisers may aid navigation of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) review and tariff threats as U.S. policies shift under U.S. President Donald Trump.
Wiseman replaces Kirsten Hillman, a seasoned negotiator.
The Prime Minister's Office has appointed Janice Charette to assist Wiseman in trade negotiations.

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Story summary

Mark Wiseman, Canada’s ambassador to the United States, has officially taken on the role amid turbulent Canada-U.S. relations.
His finance background and links to key Trump advisers may aid navigation of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) review and tariff threats as U.S. policies shift under U.S. President Donald Trump.
Wiseman replaces Kirsten Hillman, a seasoned negotiator.
The Prime Minister's Office has appointed Janice Charette to assist Wiseman in trade negotiations.