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The CUSMA Countdown: 24 Days to a Trade Deadline That Could Hit Your Wallet

Canada's free trade deal with the U.S. hits a mandatory review milestone on July 1. With negotiations unresolved and Washington demanding changes, here's what it actually means for your groceries, your car, and your job. MoneySavings.ca Staff Canadian Money Brief June 7, 2026 5 min read What Is CUSMA and Why Does July 1 Matter? CUSMA — the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement — is the trade deal that keeps the North American economy humming. It replaced NAFTA in 2020 and governs the movement of trillions of dollars in goods and services across the Canada-U.S. border every year. For Canadian consumers, it's largely invisible — until it isn't. Built into the agreement is a mandatory six-year joint review, and that clock expires on July 1, 2026 . By that date, all three countries must declare whether they want to renew the deal for another 16 years, trigger annual reviews, or walk away. Whatever they decide, CUSMA technically stays in force until 2036 — but the path chose...
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Harris and Trump Neck-and-Neck as Election Day Approaches

 


With just days remaining until the 2024 U.S. presidential election, the race between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump is incredibly tight. Recent polls indicate a virtual tie, with both candidates vying for crucial swing states that could determine the outcome.

In Pennsylvania, a CNN poll conducted by SSRS shows the race is tied, while a Quinnipiac University poll gives Trump a slight edge. Nationally, the latest TIPP Tracking Poll also shows both candidates at 48% support. Harris maintains a narrow lead in Michigan and Wisconsin, according to CNN polls.

Both candidates are making their final appeals to voters in key battleground states. Harris is focusing on economic issues and job creation, while Trump is emphasizing his stance on immigration and appealing to religious voters. Early voting numbers have reached unprecedented levels, with millions of Americans already casting their ballots.

As Election Day approaches, the outcome remains uncertain, with both campaigns working tirelessly to secure a victory on November 5.

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