Danielle Smith calls on Canada to name 'border czar'

Canada should appoint ’border czar’ to work collaboratively with U.S.: Danielle Smith
CALGARY — As the threat of 25 per cent tariffs looms over Canada, Alberta’s premier says Ottawa should appoint a “border czar” to work collaboratively with the United States.
Danielle Smith calls on Canada to name 'border czar' as tariffs loom
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith said Wednesday that Canada should name a “border czar” to work closely with the U.S. on border security, amid the looming threat of a sweeping 25 per cent tariff. Smith suggested a retired military general would be the right person for the post.
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As the threat of 25 per cent tariffs looms over Canada, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has told Ottawa it should appoint a "border czar" to work collaboratively with the United States. (Jan. 29, 2025)
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