18 h. ago Toronto’s plan to counter tariffs includes barring U.S. suppliers from some contracts

'Working together, Toronto has tackled difficult challenges in the past ... each time we emerge stronger'

Economics

23 h. ago Preston Manning: American populism will solve Trump’s tariffs and tourist restrictions

When those who put him in office experience economic pain from these measures, they will exert pressure more powerful than Canadian counter-tariffs

Society

5 d. ago Tools, electronics, sports equipment from the U.S. hit with Canadian counter

OTTAWA — Many consumer goods could be up to 25 per cent more expensive in Canada due to retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. _ including the kitchen sink. Matching 25 per cent tariffs on $29.8 billion worth of American goods took effect just after midnight in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs on steel […]

Sport

5 d. ago Tools, electronics, sports equipment from U.S. hit with Canadian counter tariffs

OTTAWA — If you’re looking for a new set of golf clubs for the upcoming season, they may be 25% more expensive due to Canada’s counter tariffs against the U.S. steel and aluminum surcharge. Matching 25% tariffs on $29.8 billion worth of American goods took effect just after midnight in response to the latest levies […]

Sport

6 d. ago Canada puts tariffs on new list of U.S. products. Here’s what’s included

Canada has put a 25 per cent counter-tariff on a variety of steel and aluminum products, as well as other U.S. goods, in response to President Donald Trump's latest duties.

Economics

6 d. ago From tallboys to houses, latest aluminum and steel tariffs driving up costs

More pain is on tap for craft breweries, homebuilders and manufacturers as U.S. tariffs on imported aluminum — and the counter-levies Canada is lobbing back — drive up costs. Blair Berdusco, chair of the Canadian Craft Brewers Association, said it amounts to a double hit. Canadian aluminum being shipped to the United States to make […]

Economics

7 d. ago B.C. brewery says cost of cans will increase by end of the month under U.S. tariffs

Tariffs implemented by U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington, D.C., and the counter tariffs promised by the Canadian federal government are driving up costs and uncertainty.

Economics

7 d. ago Ford says Trump dropping plan to double steel, aluminum tariffs

WASHINGTON — Premier Doug Ford says U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick committed to dropping U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariff on Canadian aluminum and steel back to 25% after Ontario agreed to pause a surcharge on electricity exports to the United States. Earlier Tuesday, Trump posted on social media that he would double the duties set […]

Economics

8 d. ago Ontario's trade war retaliation will drive up U.S. electricity bills by $100 per month

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has just taken another bold step in Canada's counter-attack in the face of the steep tariffs U.S. President Donald Trump enacted on goods imported from the north last week.On Monday, Ford and his minister of energy and electrification formally introduced a new 25 per cent surcharge on all electricity the province sends south of the border, which will add approximately $100 to the monthly power bills of some 1.5 million residents in neighbouring New York, Michigan and Minnesota, effective immediately.It's a measure that the premier has been threatening since Trump started mounting his tariff actions in earnest in recent weeks, turning the blustering prattle the former reality TV star is notorious for into serious, debilitating action against his nation's closest ally.Ford added in his press conference about the new surcharge this morning that he will escalate restrictions on Ontario-produced energy further if...

Economics

1 week ago JAY GOLDBERG: Canada should counter tariffs by unleashing Canadian energy

With the United States imposing punishing tariffs on Canada’s economy, it’s never been more important to strengthen Canada’s economic position and competitiveness.  A major key to achieving that goal is unleashing Canadian energy.  Over the past decade, the Trudeau government has stifled the growth of Canada’s oil and gas industry at virtually every turn.  Canada should […]

Economics

1 week ago David Staples: Poilievre and Smith wary about Ottawa grabbing and wasting tariff dollars

"Counter tariffs must not be a cash cow for the government," Poilievre said this week.

Economics

2 w. ago Class complexity to be included in Sask. teachers’ contract, arbitration board rules

The binding arbitration board has ruled that class complexity will be included in the provincial collective bargaining agreement with Saskatchewan teachers.

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2 w. ago Here's the list of U.S. products now subject to Canadian tariffs

Canada and the U.S. are now in a trade war so expect many goods to get more expensive as well as local businesses to continue to seek alternatives to American products.Many restaurants in Canada have already announced they have taken U.S. products off their menus.Effective today, March 4, the U.S. has imposed 25 per cent tariffs on all Canadian goods with the exception of energy and critical minerals which are subject to 10 per cent tariffs.Canada's counter-measures will also go into effect today which means a number of products crossing into our border from the U.S. will now also be subject to tariffs. Expect to also see American products removed from store shelves such as U.S. alcohol brands at the LCBO.Here's the official list of American products now affected by the 25 per cent tariffs imposed by the Canadian government as a counter-measure to the U.S. tariffs:Live poultry including chickens, ducks, geese, turkeys and guinea fowls.Fresh, chilled or frozen meat, poultry...

Economics

2 w. ago Canada and U.S. officially in trade war as tariffs take effect

U.S. tariffs on Canada are now in effect as of 12:01 a.m. this morning.This means that all Canadian goods crossing into the United States will now be subject to 25 per cent tariffs. The only exception is energy and critical minerals which are subject to 10 per cent tariffs.With Canada now in a trade war with its closest trading partner a number of announcements and counter-measures are expected today. In an appearance on NBC News on Monday afternoon, Ontario Premier Doug Ford warned that there would be a strong response.This will likely include immediate removal of U.S. alcohol products from the LCBO, the cancelation of contracts with Starlink and other American companies as well as a number of other actions restricting the flow of supply of products over the border.Canada, for its part, has already promised to retaliate. Counter-tariffs will immediately go into effect on $30 billion of U.S. goods. An additional $125 billion in goods will be subject to tariffs within three week...

Economics

2 w. ago Trump’s sweeping tariffs on Canada, Mexico are now in effect

The first round of U.S. tariffs and Canada’s counter-tariffs are now in effect, marking the start of a trade war between the long-time North American allies.

Economics

2 w. ago Canadians wake up to new reality as Trump’s tariff deadline passes with no relent

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says Canada will retaliate with counter-tariffs

Economics

2 w. ago Toronto's BMO Field reveals $146 million renovation plan for 2026 FIFA World Cup

The FIFA World Cup is coming to Toronto next year — and a whole host of renovations are coming to the city's biggest soccer stadium.Today, the City and Toronto and MLSE provided further detail into the renovations at BMO Field, which is coming via a $123-million investment from the City and a $23-million investment from MLSE."Sport brings us together, as Torontonians and Canadians. As we prepare to host FIFA World Cup 26, we're investing in infrastructure for Toronto's future. We are supporting Team Canada while investing in the next generation of great Canadian athletes," Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow said in a release.The biggest temporary change includes a previously announced 10,000 temporary seats added on the north grandstand and 7,000 on the south grandstand, bringing the capacity to 45,000 for the duration of the tournament.Additional permanent changes include four new LED videoboards in the stadium's corner columns, self-serve technology at select concession stands, stadi...

Economics

2 w. ago Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan selling Amica to US firm for $4.6 billion

U.S. company Welltower Inc. has signed a deal to buy Amica Senior Lifestyles from Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan for $4.6 billion. The deal includes 31 seniors residences and seven under construction. As part of the transaction, Welltower will also acquire a minority interest in Amica’s management company with the Amica management team owning the majority […]

Economics

3 w. ago Trump eyes tariffs on countries with digital services taxes despised by Big Tech

Some 30 countries have adopted or proposed DSTs in recent years, including Canada and the U.K.

Economics

3 w. ago Trump Eyes Tariffs to Counter Digital Taxes Despised by Big Tech

President Donald Trump is expected to sign a memorandum Friday that opens the door to levies in response to digital services taxes some countries impose on US tech giants, people familiar with the plans said, the latest step to expand a tariff war aimed at addressing imbalances in global trade.

Economics