Premiers united on U.S. trade urgency after fresh tariffs disrupt Charlottetown summit

Canada's 13 premiers wrapped their Council of the Federation summer meeting in Charlottetown on July 23, 2026, united on the urgency of securing a U.S. trade deal. Washington's announcement of additional tariffs on July 21 disrupted the proceedings. Provincial leaders said they are optimistic a deal can be reached, while warning that all retaliatory options remain on the table.