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Editorial Cartoon by Graeme MacKay, The Hamilton Spectator – Tuesday June 3 2025 The recent premiers' meeting in Saskatoon marks a hopeful shift in federal-provincial relations, with renewed collaboration and shared goals under Prime Minister Mark Carney. From Santa Carney to the Provinces: Canada's New Unity The recent premiers' meeting in Saskatoon has ushered in a refreshing wave of optimism and collaboration that Canada hasn't experienced in over a decade. With the transition from Justin Trudeau to Mark Carney as Prime Minister, there's been a noticeable shift in the dynamics between federal and provincial leaders. Ontario Premier Doug Ford captured the positive spirit of the gathering by likening Carney to Santa Claus, with a sled full of possibilities, ready to consider options that could benefit the entire nation. News: Premiers express optimism after pitching major projects to Carney https://www.cbc.ca/news/politics/premiers-meeting-prime-minister-carney-major-projects-1.7549577 Under Trudeau, the relationship between the federal government and provincial leaders, especially those from the Western provinces, was often fraught with tension. The interim period following his resignation only added to the uncertainty and lack of direction. However, Carney's approach seems to have brought a new sense of unity and hope, with a focus on "nation-building projects" that aim to foster economic growth and national cohesion. The meeting was marked by a commitment from Carney to fast-track approvals for projects deemed in the national interest, while keeping the door open for new ideas and initiatives. Key discussions covered areas such as trade, energy infrastructure, and critical minerals, laying the groundwork for potential progress. News: ’Love is in the air’: Cautious optimism as premiers pitch major projects to Carney https://ici.radio-canada.ca/rci/en/news/2169258/love-is-in-the-air-cautious-optimism-as-premiers-pitch-major-projects-to-carney Yet,