Canada's Ambassador to the U.S. Resigns Ahead of Free Trade Agreement Review
Canada's ambassador to the United States, Kirsten Hillman, announced her resignation, effective next year, as the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is set for review in 2026. Hillman, who has served as ambassador since 2019, was the first woman to hold this position. She played a significant role in trade negotiations during President Trump's first term and worked on diplomatic efforts, including the release of two Canadians detained in China. Her resignation comes as Canada prepares for the upcoming review of the USMCA, a critical trade agreement that exempts most Canadian exports to the U.S. from tariffs. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney praised Hillman for laying the groundwork for the review, while U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra commended her contributions to the bilateral relationship. 
