Canada's New U. S. Ambassador: A Seasoned Financier Steps In

Canada has chosen a new ambassador to the United States. Mark Wiseman, a well-known figure in the world of finance, will take on this important role. He is set to start his new job in mid-February. Wiseman has a lot of experience. He has worked in Canada's pension funds and big U. S. financial companies. Prime Minister Mark Carney thinks Wiseman is a great choice. He said Wiseman has a lot of knowledge and connections. Carney believes Wiseman will help Canada and the U. S. work together better.Wiseman is replacing Ambassador Kristen Hillman. The relationship between Canada and the U. S. has been tense lately. President Trump has been tough on Canada. He has put high taxes on things like cars, steel, and aluminum. This has hurt Canada's economy. The new ambassador will have a lot to deal with. One big task is fixing the trade deal between the U. S. , Canada, and Mexico. This deal replaced the old NAFTA agreement. Hillman was also part of the team that negotiated this deal. Canada and the U. S. have always been close friends and trading partners. But things have changed. Trump has even said he wants Canada to be part of the U. S. Wiseman will need to navigate these tricky waters. He will work to protect Canada's interests. He will also look for new opportunities for both countries. It's a big job, but Wiseman seems ready for the challenge.