3 d. ago Posthaste: Job losses ‘unavoidable’ in Canada’s auto sector as Donald Trump doubles down on tariff threat

'I really don’t want cars from Canada' — U.S. president

Economics

4 d. ago As tariffs from U.S. and China bite, Canadian agriculture needs help: CFIB

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business is calling on the federal government to do more to support the agricultural sector amid rising tariffs and trade tensions.

Society

1 week ago Manufacturers call for bold policy changes as sector faces threats from U.S. tariffs

A business group representing manufacturers is calling for less regulation and lower taxes as part of its policy recommendations to support a sector under threat from U.S. tariffs. Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters says whoever wins the federal election has to act decisively to reposition Canada’s economy for growth. Chief executive Dennis Darby says the economic […]

Economics

1 week ago As Trump considers auto tariffs pause, parts exemptions could be key for U.S. industry

DETROIT — President Donald Trump hinted that he might temporarily relieve the auto industry from “permanent” tariffs he previously imposed on the business. The president didn’t specify how long the potential pause would be or what it would entail, but the auto sector is awaiting how rules might change on 25% tariffs based on U.S. […]

Economics

2 w. ago Canada’s auto sector weighs ‘difficult’ new reality under Trump’s tariffs

The first week of auto tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump has come to an end, and Canada's auto sector says not only have they been hit by costs but ongoing confusion.

Economics

2 w. ago GM to Idle Plant in Second Blow to Canada Auto Sector Since Tariffs Started

General Motors Co. will temporarily halt production at a factory in Ontario that makes commercial vans, the second Canadian assembly plant to shut this month.

Economics

2 w. ago ‘Fragile’ Car Parts Suppliers at Risk as Tariffs Grip Auto Trade

Thousands of temporary layoffs at automakers and parts suppliers in Canada are “just the start of it,” warned the country’s largest private-sector union, as the imposition of US tariffs enters its second week.

Economics

2 w. ago China’s Farm Sector Buckles Up for Tariffs as Trade War Worsens

Chinese tariffs on US agricultural goods will test the farm sectors of both nations.

Economics

2 w. ago U.S. hits Canada lumber with 34% duties even before Trump tariffs

(Bloomberg) — The U.S. is poised to more than double duties on Canadian softwood lumber to 34.45%, putting more pressure on US materials costs even before President Donald Trump places any new tariffs on the sector. The U.S. currently levies countervailing and anti-dumping duties totaling 14.4%, a level that was set last year. Those are […]

Economics

2 w. ago What is B.C.'s energy future? Liberals, Conservatives 'offer two different visions'

As U.S. President Donald Trump sows economic uncertainty with tariffs, the issue of how Canada develops its energy sector is particularly relevant in this Canadian election

Other

3 w. ago High anxiety over softwood lumber despite tone change from U.S.: B.C. premier

British Columbia’s premier said Thursday he is encouraged to see a shifting tone in U.S. President Donald Trump’s talks with Canada, but concerns remain about how tariffs could devastate the province’s softwood lumber sector. Premier David Eby said at a media availability in Victoria that he will be travelling to Prince George in central B.C. […]

Other

3 w. ago Braid: Smith's tariff victory cry alarms Conservatives as Ontario car sector gets pounded

Smith’s Alberta-first language alarms many federal Conservatives who are desperately trying to get Leader Pierre Poilievre elected

Economics

3 w. ago Canada hits back with tariffs on U.S. vehicles as auto sector reels

Shuttering of Windsor plant brings reality of tariff war home

Economics

3 w. ago Canada hits U.S. auto sector with tariffs, mirroring Trump’s move

Canada’s auto sector is heavily integrated with the U.S. and stands to take a blow from Trump’s tariffs

Economics

3 w. ago Manitoba puts up money for the agricultural sector in the face of tariffs

BRANDON, MAN. — The Manitoba government is promising $150 million for the agricultural sector to help handle tariffs imposed by the United States and China. The province says it will provide $10 million in additional matching funds for the AgriStability program, as well as $140.8 million for business risk management programs such as AgriInsurance and […]

Society

3 w. ago Canada’s auto sector braces for ‘complexity and confusion’ on U.S. tariffs

Analysis from the Canadian Chamber of Commerce estimates that Canada and Mexico account for 58 per cent of U.S. auto parts imports and 76 per cent of U.S. exports.

Economics

4 w. ago Already hit by China, Nova Scotia’s seafood sector braces for U.S. tariffs next week

HALIFAX — Nova Scotia’s massive lobster industry is bracing for what’s to come as it deals with the effects of tariffs imposed by China and awaits an identical 25 per cent duty by the United States. China’s tariffs on Canadian seafood took effect March 20, while the U.S. duties are expected to kick in on […]

Economics