Canada–Texas Trade: A Mirror for the North American Relationship
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Canada–Texas Trade: A Mirror for the North American Relationship
How the Lone Star State reflects both the promise and the pressure of Canada–U.S. integration
Two new publications from the Future Borders Coalition—the Canada–Texas Trade Report and Laura Dawson’s “Truths about Trade and Migration from a Texas Diner”—reveal how this powerful $75-billion relationship between Texas and Canada captures both the strength and the strain of cross-border interdependence.
Key Takeaways:
Texas: A Microcosm of North American Integration
Accounting for more than $850 billion in annual goods trade and leading the nation in exports, Texas is a living laboratory for continental cooperation under the USMCA/CUSMA framework. Canada is the state’s second-largest trading partner, supporting over 640,000 jobs and driving investment across energy, infrastructure, and technology. From Alberta crude feeding Port Arthur refineries to Canadian capital reshaping Austin’s skyline, the ties are deep—and growing.
The Dual Reality: Prosperity and Pressure
Dawson’s on-the-ground conversations in Waco reveal the dual reality that defines North American trade. Texans embrace openness, crediting NAFTA and USMCA for transforming their economy, yet they live daily with border insecurity, migration surges, and tariff uncertainty. This mix of opportunity and pressure mirrors the broader Canada–U.S. dynamic—a friendship that thrives on trade but must constantly balance sovereignty, security, and fairness.
Shared Prosperity Requires Shared Stewardship
Both reports argue that economic growth and secure borders are mutually reinforcing. Smart technology, coordinated infrastructure, and shared data can make trade more efficient and borders more secure. With the 2026 USMCA review approaching, Texas stands as proof that pragmatic cooperation—not retreat—is the path forward.
Read the full report below and learn how the Canada–Texas connection is shaping the future of North American prosperity
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