Ambassador seeks allies on free trade.

Vancouver Sun, July 23, 2008 - “Canada’s ambassador to the United States sought to enlist the politicians and business groups in the Pacific North West Economic Region as champions of free trade during a breakfast speech to that group’s annual conference in Vancouver. Ambassador Michael Wilson cited a recent survey by the American PEW Research Centre that found half of Americans believe that free trade has cost American jobs, while only 25 per cent believe it has led to economic growth in the country. ‘These findings are a jarring reminder to those of you who import or export,’ Wilson added.” Read more.