Canada’s House of Commons returns today as affordability and U.S. trade tensions move to the top of the agenda

By Tahani Elghazaly
Published January 26, 2026

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Canada’s House of Commons resumes sitting today, Monday, January 26, 2026, after the winter break, with early focus expected on cost-of-living pressures and Canada–U.S. trade tensions, including renewed warnings that potential tariffs could ripple into consumer prices.

The House schedule shows a full sitting day beginning at 11:00 a.m. ET, including Private Members’ Business, followed by Government Orders. The posted order of business lists Bill C-16 (Protecting Victims Act) at second reading, alongside routine parliamentary proceedings and Question Period. The House notes the agenda is subject to change without notice.

Politically, Prime Minister Mark Carney and his front bench are expected to face pointed questions on how the government plans to translate affordability commitments into concrete measures while navigating heightened trade friction with Washington. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre has urged the government to deliver results on affordability, trade, and public safety, while signalling conditional cooperation on advancing specific items