That role has been entirely ceremonial for decades, with the king’s majestic title considered a relic of a bygone era. Nowadays, Canadians are known more for their embrace of multiculturalism and anti-racism than hereditary sovereignty.

The Canadian PM is navigating his role as a diplomat and statesman—not a politician on the campaign trail, writes David Moscrop.

A meeting between the leaders of Canada and the United States is not usually considered a high-stakes showdown.