4 h. ago Asia Braces for Historic Test of Export Model From Trump Tariffs

Asian leaders face tough decisions as President Donald Trump’s reciprocal tariffs pose a generational challenge to a region whose economies were built around exports to the US and a world of low trade barriers.

Economics

10 h. ago Germany’s Scholz Slams Trump’s Attacks on Canada, Offers Support

Outgoing German Chancellor Olaf Scholz expressed solidarity with Canada to fend off President Donald Trump, who introduced tariffs against the northern neighbor and has repeatedly said it should become part of the US.

Politics

14 h. ago Tory MP Rempel Garner defends Conservative campaign plan amid pressure for Poilievre to pivot

Critics have expressed disagreement with the game plan, as some Tories want the campaign to focus more on tariff threats by U.S. President Donald Trump.

Other

14 h. ago Second week of campaign underway amid criticism, leaks within Conservative ranks

OTTAWA — As the 2025 federal election campaign begins its second week, U.S. President Donald Trump and another round of tariffs expected on April 2 could again sidetrack most of Canada’s political discourse. But making almost as much noise thus far have been the growing grumbles out of Conservative circles about Leader Pierre Poilievre’s messaging […]

Other

14 h. ago Conservative leaks, insider complaints ‘unhelpful, irritating and unnecessary’: strategist

Some calling on Leader Pierre Poilievre to shift campaign's focus to U.S. President Donald Trump threats of tariffs

Other

51 h. ago B.C. business moving all operations to U.S. but says tariffs not to blame

The employee's union believes the Donald Trump tariff war is at least partly to blame but the company insists that is not the case.

Economics

57 h. ago Consternation dans les musées après le dépôt du budget du Québec

L’aide au fonctionnement de ces institutions culturelles est « dans l’angle mort » du budget Girard.

Other

59 h. ago Bitcoin Options Show Traders Are Hedging Against Drop Back Below $80,000

Crypto traders are flocking to the options market to hedge against further price declines, as President Donald Trump’s planned tariff announcements next week keep financial market on edge.

Economics

60 h. ago Noted economist honoured by Trump warns that 25% tariffs risk ’irreparable damage’ to U.S. automakers

WASHINGTON — Noted economist Arthur Laffer warns in a new analysis that President Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on auto imports could add $4,711 to the cost of a vehicle and says the proposed taxes could weaken the ability of U.S. automakers to compete with their foreign counterparts. In the 21-page analysis obtained by The Associated […]

Economics

60 h. ago Élections fédérales, «The Atlantic» et budget Girard: le Défi de l’info du 28 mars

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Politics

63 h. ago Fewer Americans now see Canada as a close U.S. ally as Trump strains a longtime partnership

WASHINGTON — Americans are less likely to see Canada and the U.S. as close allies than they were two years ago, the latest indication that President Donald Trump’s tariff threats and talk of taking over a neighbouring ally are souring a critical economic and military relationship. The U.S. shift in viewpoint comes primarily from Democrats, […]

Culture

64 h. ago Companies now offering free therapy for Canadians stressing about Trump

It has been a tumultuous time for Canadians amid an ongoing cost-of-living crisis that has been exacerbated by the tariffs imposed by United States President Donald Trump.New data from Mental Health Research Canada (MHRC) suggests that nearly half (42 per cent) of Canadians are experiencing heightened anxiety, citing the Trump tariffs as one of the main triggers.According to the report, in 2024, there was a declining trend in the number of Canadians reporting negative mental health impacts due to economic conditions.However, the beginning of 2025 marked a sharp spike, with 42 per cent reporting the economic downturn is "negatively affecting" their mental health and 39 per cent of Canadians worried that they won't be able to pay their bills."Our data confirms that today's political and economic climate is fueling widespread stress and anxiety," said Akela Peoples, CEO of MHRC. "Failing to address the mental health toll of this instability could have long-term consequen...

Economics

65 h. ago Canada weighs response to Trump’s auto tariffs as Carney meets premiers

Carney, in his role as prime minister, will meet virtually with Canada's premiers Friday to discuss the country's response to Trump's latest duties.

Economics

3 d. ago Stock market today: Asian stocks skid as investors await more Trump tariffs

HONG KONG (AP) — Asian stocks were mostly lower Friday as investors mulled uncertainties brought by U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest tariffs. Tokyo’s benchmark Nikkei 225 sank 2.2% to 36,952.34 on renewed heavy selling of auto-related shares following Trump’s announcement he plans to impose 25% tariffs on auto imports. Toyota Motor Corp. shares lost 2.7% […]

Economics

3 d. ago Gold Rises to Record as Trade War Concerns Drive Haven Demand

Gold rose to a record as concerns about a widening trade war remained front of mind for investors, after President Donald Trump pushed ahead with US tariffs on all auto imports.

Economics

3 d. ago S&P/TSX composite unchanged, U.S. markets down after auto tariff announcement

TORONTO — Canada’s main stock index ended Thursday unchanged from a day earlier, while U.S. markets were down after U.S. President Donald Trump announced plans for auto tariffs. U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Wednesday new tariffs on the auto sector to start next week alongside other previously announced tariffs. Auto industry leaders have warned […]

Economics

3 d. ago Canada’s ‘old relationship’ with U.S. ‘is over’ amid Trump tariffs: Carney

Carney promised to bring retaliatory measures and reduce internal trade barriers after Trump announced new auto tariffs that will begin next week.

Economics

3 d. ago Canada to Unveil Response to US Tariffs Next Week, Carney Says

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will fight back against President Donald Trump’s trade war and his tariffs on the auto sector, but he did not outline any new retaliatory measures against the US on Thursday.

Economics

3 d. ago Latest U.S. auto tariffs a recipe for higher prices, layoffs across North America

TORONTO AND OSHAWA, ONT. — The auto industry is sounding the alarm about U.S. President Donald Trump’s latest tariff announcement, which could weigh on companies, raise consumer prices and result in job losses. Trump announced Wednesday he would impose 25 per cent tariffs on auto imports to the U.S., set to take effect next week. […]

Economics

3 d. ago Trump threatens EU and Canada with more tariffs as U.S. official calls for calm

U.S. President Donald Trump escalated his tariff threats against Canada on Thursday — after a senior White House official cautioned Canadians to hold off on reacting to auto tariffs because relief could be on the way. Trump posted on social media that if “the European Union works with Canada in order to do economic harm […]

Economics