EXPERT COMMENT
As Trump consolidates his position as Republican front runner, Canada must prepare for his possible new administration to ensure access to the vital US market.
Following the Republican primary result in New Hampshire this week, Canada is not the only country bracing for Donald Trump's possible return to the White House - but few have more at stake.
Three-quarters of Canada's goods exports, accounting for more than one-quarter of the country's gross domestic product, go to the US. Given Trump's impulsiveness and deeply protectionist instincts, Canada's business and political leaders are understandably nervous.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who bears the scars of dealing with the first Trump administration, sought to reassure a Montreal audience earlier this month. ‘It wasn't easy the first time,' he said, referring to Trump's first presidential term, ‘and if there is a second time, it won't be easy either… [but] we'll be ready for the decision Americans make in November.'
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