1 hour ago U.S. Senate measure to end Trump’s Canada tariffs may pass with GOP support

The vote on the Democratic measure comes as Trump is due to announce his so-called 'reciprocal' tariff plan that seeks to reorient global trade.

Economics

7 h. ago State of economywide tariffs on Canada unclear as Trump’s global trade war escalates

WASHINGTON — As U.S. President Donald Trump prepares to unveil his so-called “liberation day” plan to hit multiple countries with tariffs, it’s still not clear whether a temporary pause on separate economywide duties on Canada will be lifted. In early March, Trump imposed — then partially paused — 25 per cent across-the-board tariffs, with a […]

Economics

7 h. ago Huge segment of Canada's real estate market in major trouble due to U.S. tariffs

The forthcoming impacts of the Canada-U.S. trade war initiated by President Donald Trump's tariffs could put a real dent in Canada's industrial real estate market.According to a new report by CBRE, recent solid performances in this particular sub-sector of the commercial real estate market are now being overshadowed by the trade war."Many [local] markets cited the ongoing tariff and trade uncertainties as a major headwind that tempers the outlook for leasing demand over the next couple of quarters," reads the report.Moreover, for the commercial real estate market, "the impact of tariffs will be more directly felt by Canadian industrial markets."This is not entirely surprising, as Canadian federal and provincial governments are forecasting that the manufacturing, natural resource-export industries, transportation, logistics, and retail sectors will be the hardest hit.Such businesses, which account for very significant employment, are some of the largest users of major industrial spac...

Politics

7 h. ago Trump set to unveil ‘reciprocal’ tariffs on ‘Liberation Day’

Canada is bracing for a fresh round of U.S. tariffs as the trade war launched by President Donald Trump continues to dominate the federal election campaign.

Economics

18 h. ago U.S. Senate vote to reverse tariffs on Canada tests Republican support for Trump

The Democrat resolution would end the emergency declaration that Trump signed to implement tariffs on Canada, but it would still need to be taken up by the Republican-controlled House

Economics

24 h. ago Democrats push vote on tariffs targeting Canada as Trump calls for Republican support

WASHINGTON — Democrats in the U.S. Senate are moving forward on a resolution to block sweeping tariffs targeting Canada as President Donald Trump presses Republican lawmakers to continue backing his trade agenda. Sen. Tim Kaine plans to force a vote on Trump’s use of the International Economic Emergency Powers Act, also called IEEPA, to declare […]

Economics

25 h. ago U.S. Senate set to vote on challenge to Trump’s justification for tariffs against Canada

Resolution aims to 'turn off' the Canadian emergency declared by the U.S. president

Economics

26 h. ago U.S. Senate to vote on removing Trump tariffs on Canada. Will it matter?

Senate Democrats are putting Republican support to the test by forcing a vote to nullify the emergency declaration that underpins the tariffs on Canada.

Economics

31 h. ago Trump’s ‘reciprocal’ tariffs threat brings further uncertainty to Canada

Many unknowns remain on the new policy, which Trump has taken to calling 'Liberation Day' for the U.S., including what rates the tariffs will be and whether they include Canada.

Economics

32 h. ago Federal party leaders continue campaigning as more Trump tariffs loom

OTTAWA — Party leaders are likely to receive questions about Canada-U.S. relations during their campaign stops today, a day before American President Donald Trump is expected to impose “reciprocal” tariffs by increasing U.S. duties to match the tax rates that other countries charge on imports. Tomorrow, Trump may also reinstate economy-wide tariffs on Canada and […]

Politics

43 h. ago Threat of more Trump tariffs this week has B.C. businesses anxious and confused

Hundreds of daily calls flood Surrey import-export consultant from business owners worried about U.S. tariffs, which are to worsen on April 2

Economics

49 h. ago Trump tariffs not large enough to trigger recession so far in Canada: RBC

An RBC report says a "large majority" of Canadian exports to the U.S. will be exempted from Trump's tariffs so far under the free trade agreement, reducing recession risk.

Economics

55 h. ago Canada election campaign enters 2nd week as new U.S. tariffs loom

The second week of the federal election campaign is underway, with a fresh round of U.S. tariffs expected to soon reverberate on the hustings.

Politics

3 d. 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

3 d. ago As Trump’s ‘Liberation Day’ tariffs loom large, here’s what it could mean in the U.S.

Most economic analyses say average U.S. families would have to absorb the cost of his tariffs in the form of higher prices and lower incomes

Economics

4 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 […]

Economics

4 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

4 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

5 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

5 d. 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