Pierre Poilievre is heading across the border to the United States with backing from the Prime Minister's Office. The trip comes as tensions rise.
President Donald Trump is broadening the response against Canada. Canada's counter-tariffs on U.S. goods are now in effect.
Trump says Canada is dying to make a trade deal according to his comments. Prime Minister Mark Carney is updating the approval process for major energy projects.
U.S. envoy Jamieson Greer points the finger at Canada for the American response. Economists predict limited damage from the tariffs.
One economist calls it no real escalation rather than a sharp turn. Some question Canada's strategy while the trade fight continues.
American late-night television hosts made fun of him over the dispute.