Canada's premiers react to U.S. trade war with calls for unity and economic support
Premiers urged a united response as Ottawa prepares dollar-for-dollar retaliation and support for sectors hit by 50% U.S. tariffs on $20 billion in goods.
- After trade negotiations collapsed on Friday, Prime Minister Mark Carney suspended talks while President Donald Trump imposed 50% tariffs on about $20 billion of Canadian goods early Saturday.
- Carney called off negotiations Friday night, citing a "bad deal" and unacceptable terms; he acknowledged that "America has changed," signaling a fundamental break in the bilateral relationship.
- Canada pledged to match U.S. duties dollar-for-dollar beginning September 8, targeting key sectors including steel, dairy, appliances, agricultural equipment, pulp and paper, and electronics.
- Ontario Premier Doug Ford applauded Carney's decision, telling reporters Trump "would steal your lunch money the first day" and calling on all provincial leaders to maintain "Team Canada" unity against U.S. pressure.
- Business Council of Canada CEO Goldy Hyder noted businesses increasingly view the shift as lasting beyond Trump, with Canada signing more than 20 trade agreements across five continents in the past year to reduce reliance on the United States.
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Premier Wakeham pledges full support for Ottawa amid trade war with U.S. - NTV: Newfoundland and Labrador's Most Trusted News Source
Premier Tony Wakeham says Prime Minister Mark Carney has his full support, after a tentative trade deal between Canada and the U.S. collapsed over the weekend. In a post made to social media Wakeham said, “Newfoundland and Labrador stands firmly with Team Canada. I want to thank the negotiating team for their hard work and dedication in navigating discussions with an unpredictable partner. Prime Minister Mark Carney has my full support as we mai…
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