Ottawa, Dec. 24 -- Prime Minister Mark Carney Monday announced Monday Mark Wiseman has been appointed Canada's next ambassador to the United States.

Wiseman brings more than three decades of experience in law, business and finance, with extensive involvement in Canada-U.S. economic and financial institutions.

"As a core member of our negotiating team, he will help advance the interests of Canadian workers, businesses, and institutions, while building opportunities for both Canada and the United States."

Wiseman is a Canadian financier and former executive at the Canada Pension Plan Investment Board and BlackRock.

He is also a member of the Prime Minister's Council on Canada-U.S. Relations.

Thanking the outgoing ambassador Kirsten Hil...