16 h. ago First Nations are ready to stand with Canada against Trump’s tariff threat

These are unprecedented times, calling for strong, united and determined action by all Canadians, Indigenous and non-Indigenous alike. While Indigenous people have had more than their share of problems with the government and people of Canada, we have always been willing to stand with the country through trials. The recent tariffs announced by the United […]

Economics

18 h. ago Lessons to lessen tariff impacts: FP Video on Trump’s trade war

Watch: how to avoid the worst outcomes on Canada, exporters and the markets in Trump's tariff war

Economics

38 h. ago High anxiety over softwood lumber despite tone change from U.S.

Eby's comments come as Canada has largely escaped the worst of Trump's tariff announcements on Wednesday

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55 h. ago Trump’s odd fascination with word ‘groceries’ reappears in tariff speech

There is no evidence supporting his statement that grocery prices are falling

Economics

62 h. ago Trump tariff fallout: Live updates on what Canadians need to know

Get live news and analysis on how Trump's tariffs affect Canada and the world

Economics

3 d. ago Canada and Mexico, Early Trump Targets, Dodge The Worst of New Tariff Salvo

Canada and Mexico escaped President Donald Trump’s new round of tariff announcements, a relief for businesses and investors in the two biggest US trading partners.

Economics

7 d. ago Canada among Trump’s ‘friendly’ countries — for now — as tariff deadline looms

MONTREAL — Uncertainty reigns ahead of a looming U.S. tariff deadline next week, with businesses stuck in a holding pattern that has halted capital investment, hiring and financial forecasts at some firms amid a trade war where the next steps — and even who counts as a friend — remain foggy. U.S. President Donald Trump […]

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7 d. ago Canada among Trump’s ‘friendly’ countries — for now — as next tariff deadline looms

MONTREAL — Uncertainty reigns ahead of a looming U.S. tariff deadline next week, with businesses stuck in a holding pattern that has halted capital investment, hiring and financial forecasts at some firms amid a trade war where the next steps — and even who counts as a friend — remain foggy. U.S. President Donald Trump […]

Economics

8 d. ago Why Canada is on Trump’s ‘Dirty 15’ tariff list but Russia and Iran are not

The label was introduced by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent as part of a broader tariff policy aimed at addressing trade disparities with the U.S.

Economics

8 d. ago Trump says things will work out ‘very well’ with Canada but tariff threats remain

The call comes just days before 25 per cent tariffs levied by the U.S. on foreign-made vehicles and parts kick in

Economics

9 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

1 week ago ‘Prepare for the worst,’ Carney says on plans as new Trump tariffs near

Prime Minister Mark Carney, who is campaigning as Liberal leader, was asked what Canada’s strategy should be ahead of Trump's tariff deadline on April 2.

Economics

2 w. ago New Brunswick forecasts $599M deficit as Trump tariff threat looms

$50-million contingency fund has caused New Brunswick’s projected deficit to balloon

Economics

3 w. ago Trump called Canada a ‘tariff abuser.’ Does Ottawa mistreat American importers?

U.S. President Donald Trump continues to single out Canada as a bad trading partner, claiming in a recent social media post that his northern neighbour is a “tariff abuser” that charges high rates on American goods. The vast majority of U.S. products are not subject to any tariffs under the terms of the North American […]

Economics

3 w. ago Eyes of other possible Trump tariff targets on Canada as it tests ways to fight back

The question is whether Canada has no choice but to embrace brinkmanship, or whether the less-friendly approach just provokes Trump into inflicting more damage

Economics

3 w. ago A timeline of Trump’s tariff threats and actions against Canada

Here are the key announcements and actions Trump has taken since he returned to the White House and launched his trade war with Canada, and how we got here.

Economics

3 w. ago Trump announces severe retaliation in response to Ontario tariffs on electricity

U.S. President Donald Trump announced further tariffs on Canada on Tuesday, imposed in response to Ontario Premier Doug Ford's 25 per cent tariffs on electricity supplied to the States.Trump took to his Truth Social platform on Tuesday morning, announcing that tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum products coming into the U.S. would be doubled from 25 per cent to 50 per cent in response to Doug Ford's retaliation to U.S. tariff threats.Trump stated that "Based on Ontario, Canada, placing a 25 per cent Tariff on 'Electricity' coming into the United States, I have instructed my Secretary of Commerce to add an ADDITIONAL 25 per cent Tariff, to 50 per cent, on all STEEL and ALUMINUM COMING INTO THE UNITED STATES FROM CANADA, ONE OF THE HIGHEST TARIFFING NATIONS ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD.""This will go into effect TOMORROW MORNING, March 12th. Also, Canada must immediately drop their Anti-American Farmer Tariff of 250 per cent to 390 per cent on various U.S. dairy products, which has l...

Economics

3 w. ago Donald Trump threatens to double tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum

Trump says 50 per cent tariffs will be placed on Canadian steel and aluminum on Wednesday

Economics

3 w. ago Trump threatens to double tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum after Ontario electricity surcharge

The latest outburst from the American president appears to have been triggered by tariffs imposed by Ontario Premier Doug Ford

Economics

3 w. ago Doug Ford suspends electricity tariffs, will meet with Trump administration

The latest outburst from the American president appears to have been triggered by tariffs imposed by Ontario Premier Doug Ford

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