Sarah Mills: Canada’s U.S. ties not so easily disbanded

Prime Minister Mark Carney states firmly that Canada does not live because of America. But that goes against the undeniable truth that the two countries are very intertwined culturally and economically.

The Mills Minute is a daily commentary heard on 650 CKOM and 980 CJME, where Sarah Mills offers sharp insights, strong opinions, and a touch of wit on the stories that matter to people in Saskatchewan.

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Listen to more commentary from Sarah Mills:

Fri., Jan. 23: The prime minister’s speech at the WEF touted a new world order and how things need to be different, but Sarah Mills says he failed to answer questions about how he intends to change things.

Thurs., Jan. 22: Prime Minister Mark Carney can talk of the old ways of global trade being ruptured, but unless he fixes rules and regulations at home Sarah Mills says Canada won’t be a good trading partner.

Wed., Jan. 21: The son of soccer star David Beckham has revealed all about what he says is an awful family life growing up with his famous parents, but Sarah Mills says his approach does not foster reconciliation.

Tues., Jan. 20: Doug Ford may believe the China tariff deal leaves Ontario’s EV market in the dust, but Sarah Mills says agriculture is the billion-dollar industry that contributes real benefits to Canada.

Mon., Jan. 19: The Canadian airline has backed off plans to add an extra row of seats and is reconfiguring planes to give back the extra legroom, but Sarah Mills says it was a bad move in the first place.