When Mark Carney was elected Prime Minister, he made several ambitious promises. He aimed to secure a trade deal with U.S. President Donald Trump, launch significant infrastructure projects, and restore affordable home ownership for the middle class. However, recent reports indicate that Canadian and American trade negotiating teams are hardly communicating.

The only major infrastructure projects announced recently were already in progress before Carney took office. Additionally, the housing plan has been criticized as a potential failure, with unclear outcomes. This situation was discussed by Brian Lilley with Stuart Thomson and Tasha Kheiriddin, contributors to an insider political newsletter.

Thomson and Kheiriddin noted that Carney had a positive start in the House, receiving civil treatment from returning Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre. However, they expressed concerns that the goodwill may not last. Many of the high expectations set by Carney are now facing the harsh realities of governance.

As the government moves forward, the challenges in trade negotiations and housing policy will be critical tests for Carney's administration.