Former Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper revealed that he was consulted by the government led by Mark Carney on trade matters. Despite Harper's reputation as a pro-American leader, he advised Carney's administration to diversify Canada's trade relationships and reduce the country's heavy economic reliance on the United States. Harper described this recommendation as a necessary wake-up call, urging the government to seek growth opportunities beyond the U.S. market. This advice was shared publicly during Harper's recent remarks, highlighting a strategic shift in Canada's trade policy considerations under Carney's leadership.