Provincial 'grievances' could pose roadblock for CETA, says expert

Image courtesy of AP Photo/Thierry Monasse, Pool
Image courtesy of AP Photo/Thierry Monasse, Pool

By Jeff Lagerquist, CTV News, October 30, 2016 

Canada’s newly minted trade pact with the European Union could face significant hurdles at home long before its potential economic benefits are fully realized.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and European leaders signed the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement known as CETA on Sunday after seven years of arduous negotiations and a prolonged deadlock with the Belgian region of Wallonia.

While Canadian and European officials are reveling in the signing, the road to full ratification could prove to be an uphill climb, said one expert.

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