Three issues likely to be key for Canada in NAFTA negotiations

Three issues likely to be key for Canada in NAFTA negotiations

August 3, 2017 10:18 am PST.

As Canada prepares to renegotiate the NAFTA trade deal, there are some issues likely to be key in talks with the U.S. Duty-free limits, wine markets and a system for resolving trade disputes are some of the contentious areas.

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