EU chief says she wants Canada to become the bloc's 1st associate member

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on Wednesday proposed opening a path for Canada to become the European Union's first associate member, a striking overture as U.S. President Donald Trump's tariffs drive Ottawa closer to Europe.
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RegionsCanada
Published16 Sept 2026 (Wed, 16 Sep 2026 08:49:19 GMT)
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AuthorNick Murray