Canada and the U.S. are struggling to define the next stage in one of the largest bilateral trade relationships in the world, after trade talks between the countries broke down and new tariffs were imposed, creating uncertainty for businesses, investors and communities on both sides of the border. 

Nadim Hirji, Vice Chair, BMO Commercial Bank, North America, moderates a conversation on the breakdown in Canada-U.S. trade discussions, the economic and investment implications of newly imposed tariffs, and how companies and investors can navigate uncertainty in the trade environment. 

Panelists:  

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  Steve Verheul, Former Chief Trade Negotiator for Canada and Principal with GT

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  Michael Gregory, CFA, Deputy Chief Economist and Managing Director, BMO

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  François Trahan, M²SD, Chief Investment Strategist, BMO Capital Markets