Canada ready to respond if new Trump tariffs enacted
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Canada's premiers are talking about U.S. President Donald Trump's latest tariff threat at their annual meeting this week. Ontario Premier Doug Ford suggests Canada use potash and oil as leverage against the threat.
"It would be inappropriate to proceed with a celebratory event between the two countries," said a spokesperson for Canadian Infrastructure Minister Gregor Robertson.
The United States is hitting 60 countries with 10 to 12.5 per cent tariffs, including Canada over forced labour concerns.
Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) and GOP governor nominee Bobby Charles were quick to buck President Donald Trump’s latest tariff policy.
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U.S. hits Canada with steep tariffs on range of products, including hockey sticks
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump signed orders Monday to hammer certain Canadian products with 50 per cent tariffs, escalating trade tensions with the United States' northern neighbour.
The tariffs, which will come into effect in 30 days, are in retaliation of Canada's discrimination against US goods, the administration said.
Trade tensions between the US and Canada are escalating as President Trump implements new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods.