Finance and Politics | Dec 16, 2024 Chrystia Freeland Resigns, U.S. Tariffs, Weak Dollar, and Rising Debt Highlight Canada’s Tough Economic Choices On December 16, 2024, Chrystia Freeland resigned as Canada’s Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister. Reports indicate that Prime Minister Justin Trudeau asked Freeland to step down. Her resignation letter (see below) suggests The post Freeland Resigns as Canada at Economic Crossroads first appeared on National Crowdfunding & Fintech Association of Canada.