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CUSMA Wasn’t Renewed: The 10-Year Clock Now Running on Your Job, Prices and Savings

  Canadian Money Brief | Feature CUSMA Wasn't Renewed: The 10-Year Clock Now Running on Your Job, Prices and Savings By MoneySavings.ca | Published November 2, 2026 Quick quiz: is Canada's free trade deal with the United States still in place? The honest answer is yes and no. The agreement known here as CUSMA is still in force, but since July 1 it has been on a different footing, and the way it plays out over the next decade matters to your paycheque, your grocery bill and your savings. Most of us missed the moment because nothing visibly changed that day. That is exactly why it deserves a closer look, especially with the federal budget arriving Thursday. The short version: CUSMA did not end. It moved from a long-term deal to a deal that gets reviewed every year until 2036. Roughly 90% of what Canada sells to the U.S. has been crossing the border tariff-free because of it, so each annual review is a chance for that protection to be tested. For households, this is a slow-burn r...

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Ceasefire Deliberations Continue Amidst Tensions in Gaza

 

The latest ceasefire proposal by Israel has been met with skepticism by Hamas, stating that it falls short of the Palestinian demands. Despite this, the offer is currently under review, as confirmed by Hamas on Tuesday. The proposal, which was conveyed through Egyptian, Qatari, and American mediators, has not been publicly detailed, but it is known to address the cessation of hostilities in the Gaza Strip.

The ongoing conflict has seen a significant escalation, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announcing plans for a military ground offensive into Rafah, a densely populated area in Gaza. This move has raised concerns about the potential for increased civilian casualties and further devastation.

As the international community watches closely, the outcome of these ceasefire talks could be pivotal in determining the next phase of the conflict. Hamas has expressed its commitment to reaching an agreement that would end the aggression against the Palestinian people, yet it remains to be seen whether Israel’s proposal will be deemed acceptable.

The review of the ceasefire proposal comes at a critical juncture, with the United Nations committee set to review Palestine’s status as a full state member this month. Meanwhile, the region continues to grapple with the humanitarian crisis unfolding as a result of the six-month-long conflict.

Hamas’s response to the ceasefire proposal is highly anticipated, as it will signal the potential for progress or the likelihood of continued hostilities in the region.

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