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US Canada Trade War

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The Canadian government said it would impose retaliatory tariffs on the U.S. beginning Sept. 8 in response to the Trump administration’s new 50% tariffs on about $20 billion worth of Canadian goods, which took effect last month.

Summary AI · cited

Trade talks between the U.S. and Canada broke down amid accusations of unfair demands.12

Canada's prime minister, Mark Carney, claimed his country was under attack from the US during trade negotiations.1

Canadian negotiators accused U.S. representatives of pressing for a weakening of legal protections for the French language in Quebec.1

The U.S. Justice Department reportedly directed its antitrust division to pause all work with Canada, though this was disputed by the DOJ.3

Counter-tariffs on billions of dollars worth of imported American goods took effect in Canada as Ottawa retaliated against the U.S.45

Written by AI from articles by 6 outlets. Each sentence links to the articles it rests on, and was checked automatically: every name, number and quote must appear in the sentences it cites, or it is removed.

Sources cited (6)
  1. As US-Canada tensions flare, who’s calling the shots in Trump’s trade team? The Guardian, 31 Aug
  2. How Americans and Canadians Are Feeling About the Escalating Trade War Time, 4 Sep
  3. DOJ ordered to freeze antitrust work with Canada as trade tensions intensify Fox News, 5 Sep
  4. Carney warns Canada's pivot from U.S. 'will come at a cost' as Ottawa's counter-tariffs take effect CBC, 8 Sep
  5. Canada braces for prolonged trade war as counter-tariffs on US take effect BBC, 8 Sep
  6. Most Canadians support Carney’s counter-tariff measures, poll suggests The Globe and Mail, 5 Sep

What happened

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Trump ordered the U.S. government to change the name of border-spanning Lake Ontario to “Lake America.” Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney dismissed insults from members of Trump’s Cabinet as childish and undignified.

7 of 20 outletsfirst reported 31 Augwording from Toronto Star

In late August, President Donald Trump imposed new 50% tariffs on other goods like dairy, alcohol, hockey sticks and perfume.

6 of 20 outletsfirst reported 8 Sepwording from BBC

Trump targeted Bombardier in a social media post Monday, saying the company would no longer be allowed to sell in the U.S. unless it starts manufacturing there.

5 of 20 outletsfirst reported 8 Sepwording from CBC

Trade negotiations between the U.S. and Canada collapsed last month, with each side placing the blame on the other.

4 of 20 outletsfirst reported 4 Sepwording from Time

What each outlet says

One AI summary per outlet of its latest article on this story, written from that article alone and checked against it. Open the article for the outlet's own words.

National Post9 Sep

Finance Minister Bill Morneau's successor, Chrystia Freeland's replacement, and current Finance Minister is being referred to here but not directly quoted or named in the article as making any statements about Carney. The key numbers mentioned are 25% (tariff rate before change) and 35% (new tariff rate after Trump's executive order). This article takes an opinionated tone, with author Terry Newman arguing that…

Terry Newman: Carney’s ‘war’ is good for political incumbents, but bad for Canadians →13 articles from National Post on this story
The Globe and Mail11 Sep

Kirsten Hillman, Canada's former ambassador to the US, predicts it could take months for formal trade talks between Ottawa and Washington to resume. In an interview, she stated that the US must accept Canada's "red lines" on trade before negotiations can restart. Hillman believes the US needs a full understanding of Canada's non-negotiable positions, particularly regarding its steel and auto sectors. She notes it's…

Key moments from the Canada-U.S. trade war today →9 articles from The Globe and Mail on this story
CBC11 Sep

The article reports on the election promises of major parties in Quebec's 2026 election, specifically focusing on child care and family benefits. Coalition Avenir Québec is promising a back-to-school supplement of up to $250 per child, a tax credit for up to 75% of school-day child-care fees, and conversion of 10,000 private child-care spots into subsidized ones. The party estimates that over half a million children…

See what Quebec's major party leaders are promising during the election campaign →7 articles from CBC on this story
The Guardian8 Sep

Canada has imposed retaliatory tariffs on $20bn worth of US imports, effective at 12:01am on Tuesday, in response to US President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 50% tariff on Canadian goods. The targeted sectors include steel, dairy, appliances, and electronics, with tariffs ranging from 15% to 50%. Tensions between the two countries have intensified, with Trump criticizing Canada's trade practices and making…

Canada’s retaliatory US tariffs take effect as trade dispute grows →3 articles from The Guardian on this story
Time11 Sep

Lynn Henderson, a 47-year-old Canadian consumer from British Columbia, is one of many Canadians boycotting American products due to the ongoing trade dispute between the two countries. According to a Build Canada poll, 69% of respondents reported choosing Canadian products despite higher prices and 55% said they had stopped buying specific American brands. The "Buy Canadian" movement has been revived amid a…

'Buy Canadian': Meet the Consumers Boycotting American Products as Trade Rift Widens →3 articles from Time on this story
Toronto Star6 Sep

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Canada's counter-tariffs will take effect on Tuesday on $28 billion worth of U.S. products, a response to the United States imposing tariffs on Canadian goods. Financial conference Scotiabank's global banking and markets financial summit starts on Wednesday, amid growing concerns about the Canadian economy due to the trade war with the US. Transat A.T. Inc., an airline…

Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming week →3 articles from Toronto Star on this story
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Global News9 Sep

The escalating US-Canada trade dispute has taken center stage in Quebec's provincial election campaign, with major parties offering competing visions on how to protect jobs and businesses from tariffs. The CAQ leader, Christine Fréchette, unveiled measures aimed at shielding Quebec's economy, including prioritizing Quebec-made goods and changing the public procurement process to favor Canadian firms over US…

Trade war takes centre stage in Quebec election campaign →3 articles from Global News on this story
The Independent6 Sep

American tourism organizations are trying to woo back Canadian visitors who boycotted the US due to President Trump's comments about making Canada the 51st state and the ongoing trade war, which has resulted in import taxes of up to 50% on Canadian products. According to Statistics Canada, Canadian residents made 25 percent fewer return border crossings and spent $2.4 billion less on travel to the US last year…

The US wants to win Canadian visitors back, but tourists say ‘it’s a wasted effort’ →2 articles from The Independent on this story
Reason11 Sep

Canada has imposed a 50% tariff on aluminum ferrules used in pencil manufacturing as part of its retaliatory measures against US tariffs. This specific product was swept into the conflict because it is made of aluminum, which is subject to the same tariff under US Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The Canadian countermeasures match US tariffs dollar for dollar and rate for rate, resulting in a de facto 50% tax…

A 50% Tariff on Pencil Parts? Welcome to the U.S.-Canada Trade War. →2 articles from Reason on this story
Fox News5 Sep

The US Justice Department's antitrust division has been ordered by its chief, Lynda Marshall, to pause all work with the Canadian government amid intensifying trade tensions between the two countries. According to a report, officials were instructed to halt cooperation on cases and policy issues starting from Wednesday, but the DOJ disputes this claim, saying only that a meeting was delayed for preparation. The…

DOJ ordered to freeze antitrust work with Canada as trade tensions intensify →
ABC News (AU)6 Sep

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney ended comprehensive trade negotiations with the US two weeks ago, and Canadians are now bracing for potential economic consequences. Canada is already facing tariffs on key exports such as steel, lumber, and automobiles. According to a recent poll, three-quarters of Canadians approved of Carney's decision to walk away from trade talks. Trade consultant Kelly Ann Shaw notes that…

The US-Canada 'divorce' and the $1.2 trillion fallout →
The Hindu6 Sep

The article does not report any news, but rather appears to be a promotional message from a publication asking readers to sign in to unlock additional benefits. The text does not provide any information about a statement made by Trump or a discussion about the US-Canada trading relationship. However, if you are looking for the actual article that this message is referring to, it might report on comments made by…

Trump says Canada would not survive if US stop trading relationship →
The Free Press8 Sep

A columnist for This Week in Canada argues that Americans are unaware that Canada views them as enemies, citing recent surveys showing a significant shift in Canadian attitudes towards the US. According to a Leger survey, 41% of Canadians now see the US as an "enemy country", up from 26% since June 2025. A Politico poll found that nearly half of Canadians consider the US a bigger threat to world peace than Russia…

This Week in Canada: America Is Our Enemy and Doesn’t Even Know It →
BBC8 Sep

Canada has imposed retaliatory tariffs on US goods worth nearly C$28bn ($20bn; £15bn) as of Tuesday, in response to the ongoing trade tensions between the two countries. The counter-tariffs, which range from 15% to 50%, affect hundreds of American products, including steel, furniture, and clothing. Despite both sides expressing a desire for a deal, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer suggests that Canada is…

Canada braces for prolonged trade war as counter-tariffs on US take effect →
ABC News (US)9 Sep

President Donald Trump has issued proclamations to ban certain Canadian goods, including alcohol and dairy products, from entering the US starting September 29. The banned items include sparkling grape wine, whey protein, and non-alcoholic beer, among others. A total of 50% tariff will also be imposed on additional goods, such as golf carts and bamboo furniture. Trump's move comes in response to Canada's retaliatory…

Trump ratchets up trade war, moves to ban many Canadian goods from entering US →
Semafor9 Sep

A senior Trump administration official said that despite escalating tensions, the countries will try to negotiate an offramp from their trade dispute. The US has imposed new tariffs on Canadian goods after Canada retaliated with its own tariffs, further escalating the trade war between the two nations. A key North American trade pact, the USMCA, is now likely to be renewed, as it faces opposition due to the ongoing…

US-Canada trade war escalates amid tit-for-tat tariffs →
Al Jazeera9 Sep

Al Jazeera's Yasmeen ElTahan reports on the ongoing US-Canada trade war from an explanatory angle. The article doesn't provide specific numbers or a concrete timeline, but it appears to be ongoing. The trade war is affecting various products, including toilet paper, which has become unexpectedly entangled in the dispute.

The losers of the US-Canada trade war →
Los Angeles Times9 Sep

A trade war between the US and Canada has escalated as Ottawa's retaliatory tariffs on American goods took effect, imposing duties of up to 50% on over $20 billion in U.S. imports. President Trump had previously imposed tariffs on Canadian exports, prompting a breakdown in trade talks between the two countries. In response to the new tariffs, Trump threatened to remove access for Canadian businesses to key American…

Canada's tariffs go into effect, spotlighting soured relations with U.S. →
NPR11 Sep

The US-Canada trade war is causing headaches for auto-parts makers due to tariffs on aluminum and steel, which have been enacted by both countries since August and January respectively. Canada has imposed retaliatory tariffs on various US goods, including steel and aluminum, adding to the uncertainty faced by major carmakers. According to analysts, the smaller businesses that supply big companies with thousands of…

The U.S.-Canada trade war is creating a headache for auto-parts makers →

Analysis

Agreed

AI · cited, from two or more outlets

  • Trade negotiations between the U.S. and Canada broke down, leading to a potential trade war.25

Disputed

Picked by our model, which is sometimes wrong

  • Canadian officials accused US negotiators of introducing unreasonable demands during trade talks, while American officials portrayed Canada as being difficult and unreasonable.62

Framing

How the first headlines put it

  • The Guardian focuses on the internal dynamics within Trump's trade team, whereas Time highlights public sentiment in both countries regarding the escalating trade war.12
  • Fox News emphasizes the DOJ's directive to freeze antitrust work with Canada, while The Globe and Mail reports on Canadian public support for Prime Minister Carney’s counter-tariff measures.36
Stated as fact1

How it changed

  1. 31 Aug

    The impact was undermined hours later, however, when Trump publicly signed a retributive executive order supposedly changing the name of Lake Ontario – one of the Great Lakes which has shores on both countries – to Lake America.

    5 outlets · The Guardian
  2. 3 Sep

    Tiff Macklem, the Bank of Canada governor, said on Wednesday that he does not expect the U.S. tariffs to have a large direct impact on the overall level of economic activity in Canada, given they cover just five per cent of exports south.

    2 outlets · National Post
  3. 4 Sep

    The day after trade talks broke down, the Trump Administration’s 50% tariffs on billions of dollars worth of Canadian products took effect.

    8 outlets · Time
  4. 5 Sep

    About seven in 10 survey respondents said they were willing or somewhat willing to pay higher prices for everyday goods as part of Canada’s response to U.S. tariffs.

    2 outlets · The Globe and Mail
  5. 6 Sep

    “You went from this really high, exciting moment for the U.S. in terms of international attention, to the next week, it’s negative again,” said Deborah Friedland, a hospitality consultant at financial services firm Eisner Advisory Group.

    3 outlets · Toronto Star
  6. 8 Sep

    President Donald Trump threatened on Monday to halt all US business with Canada-based airplane maker Bombardier unless it moved its manufacturing south.

    5 outlets · BBC
  7. 9 Sep

    In a post to his Truth Social platform on Tuesday afternoon, Trump said he is directing the General Services Administration — the independent agency that oversees federal government procurement — to remove Canadian-origin products from its "multiple award schedules."

    3 outlets · CBC

Coverage 56 articles

  • 11 Sep 'Buy Canadian': Meet the Consumers Boycotting American Products as Trade Rift WidensLynn Henderson, a 47-year-old Canadian consumer from British Columbia, is one of many Canadians boycotting American products due to the ongoing trade dispute between the two countries. According to a Build Canada poll, 69% of respondents reported choosing Canadian products despite higher prices and 55% said they had stopped buying specific American brands. The "Buy Canadian" movement has been revived amid a…Time
  • 11 Sep A 50% Tariff on Pencil Parts? Welcome to the U.S.-Canada Trade War.Canada has imposed a 50% tariff on aluminum ferrules used in pencil manufacturing as part of its retaliatory measures against US tariffs. This specific product was swept into the conflict because it is made of aluminum, which is subject to the same tariff under US Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930. The Canadian countermeasures match US tariffs dollar for dollar and rate for rate, resulting in a de facto 50% tax…Reason
  • 11 Sep See what Quebec's major party leaders are promising during the election campaignThe article reports on the election promises of major parties in Quebec's 2026 election, specifically focusing on child care and family benefits. Coalition Avenir Québec is promising a back-to-school supplement of up to $250 per child, a tax credit for up to 75% of school-day child-care fees, and conversion of 10,000 private child-care spots into subsidized ones. The party estimates that over half a million children…CBC
  • 11 Sep The U.S.-Canada trade war is creating a headache for auto-parts makersThe US-Canada trade war is causing headaches for auto-parts makers due to tariffs on aluminum and steel, which have been enacted by both countries since August and January respectively. Canada has imposed retaliatory tariffs on various US goods, including steel and aluminum, adding to the uncertainty faced by major carmakers. According to analysts, the smaller businesses that supply big companies with thousands of…NPR
  • 11 Sep Key moments from the Canada-U.S. trade war todayKirsten Hillman, Canada's former ambassador to the US, predicts it could take months for formal trade talks between Ottawa and Washington to resume. In an interview, she stated that the US must accept Canada's "red lines" on trade before negotiations can restart. Hillman believes the US needs a full understanding of Canada's non-negotiable positions, particularly regarding its steel and auto sectors. She notes it's…The Globe and Mail
  • 10 Sep What the U.S. and Canada’s Trade War Could Mean for PricesThe US and Canada are in a trade war with each other, imposing tariffs on about $20 billion worth of goods from one another's countries. The US has imposed 50% tariffs on certain Canadian imports, including dairy products, motorcycles, and alcoholic drinks, while Canada has retaliated with its own tariffs matching the US rates. Experts say that these tariffs will have a significant impact on consumers who import or…Time
  • 10 Sep Morning Update: A long wait for trade talksKirsten Hillman, a former Canadian ambassador to Washington, says that Canada and the US may be months away from resuming formal trade negotiations due to Ottawa's refusal to accept a deal that would severely damage its auto, steel, and aluminum industries. According to Hillman, this has been Canada's position since it has "reached the point where we're holding firm on our red lines". Meanwhile, corporate bookings…The Globe and Mail
  • 9 Sep Morning Update: Adversity aheadU.S. President Donald Trump has issued an executive order banning imports of Canadian alcohol, motorcycles, and some dairy products in response to Canada's countertariffs. The ban affects a broad range of alcoholic beverages, including beer sold in cans and bottles, rye whisky, and various types of wine. A recent poll by Nanos Research found that 80% of Canadians support or somewhat support dollar-for-dollar…The Globe and Mail
  • 9 Sep Trade war takes centre stage in Quebec election campaignThe escalating US-Canada trade dispute has taken center stage in Quebec's provincial election campaign, with major parties offering competing visions on how to protect jobs and businesses from tariffs. The CAQ leader, Christine Fréchette, unveiled measures aimed at shielding Quebec's economy, including prioritizing Quebec-made goods and changing the public procurement process to favor Canadian firms over US…Global News
  • 9 Sep Trump bans imports of some Canadian goods in response to Ottawa’s countertariffsUS President Donald Trump has issued a ban on imports of certain Canadian goods, including alcohol, motorcycles, and dairy products, in response to Ottawa's countertariffs. The measures are set to take effect on September 29, following Canada's decision to impose tariffs worth $28 billion on US products. The trade war between the two countries has escalated with Trump also adjusting existing tariffs and threatening…The Globe and Mail
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  • 9 Sep Canada's tariffs go into effect, spotlighting soured relations with U.S.A trade war between the US and Canada has escalated as Ottawa's retaliatory tariffs on American goods took effect, imposing duties of up to 50% on over $20 billion in U.S. imports. President Trump had previously imposed tariffs on Canadian exports, prompting a breakdown in trade talks between the two countries. In response to the new tariffs, Trump threatened to remove access for Canadian businesses to key American…Los Angeles Times
  • 9 Sep The losers of the US-Canada trade warAl Jazeera's Yasmeen ElTahan reports on the ongoing US-Canada trade war from an explanatory angle. The article doesn't provide specific numbers or a concrete timeline, but it appears to be ongoing. The trade war is affecting various products, including toilet paper, which has become unexpectedly entangled in the dispute.Al Jazeera
  • 9 Sep Terry Newman: Carney’s ‘war’ is good for political incumbents, but bad for CanadiansFinance Minister Bill Morneau's successor, Chrystia Freeland's replacement, and current Finance Minister is being referred to here but not directly quoted or named in the article as making any statements about Carney. The key numbers mentioned are 25% (tariff rate before change) and 35% (new tariff rate after Trump's executive order). This article takes an opinionated tone, with author Terry Newman arguing that…National Post
  • 9 Sep US-Canada trade war escalates amid tit-for-tat tariffsA senior Trump administration official said that despite escalating tensions, the countries will try to negotiate an offramp from their trade dispute. The US has imposed new tariffs on Canadian goods after Canada retaliated with its own tariffs, further escalating the trade war between the two nations. A key North American trade pact, the USMCA, is now likely to be renewed, as it faces opposition due to the ongoing…Semafor
  • 9 Sep Trump ratchets up trade war, moves to ban many Canadian goods from entering USPresident Donald Trump has issued proclamations to ban certain Canadian goods, including alcohol and dairy products, from entering the US starting September 29. The banned items include sparkling grape wine, whey protein, and non-alcoholic beer, among others. A total of 50% tariff will also be imposed on additional goods, such as golf carts and bamboo furniture. Trump's move comes in response to Canada's retaliatory…ABC News (US)
  • 9 Sep Trump to ban import of Canadian booze, motorcycles, other goods into U.S.U.S. President Donald Trump has signed five proclamations banning the import of various Canadian goods into the U.S., including alcohol, motorcycles, and dairy products, as of September 29. The move is part of an escalating trade war between Canada and the U.S., which began when Canadian retaliatory tariffs took effect on Tuesday. The ban will apply to "single-digit billions" of dollars worth of Canadian goods…CBC
  • 8 Sep Canada’s retaliatory US tariffs take effect as trade dispute growsCanada has imposed retaliatory tariffs on $20bn worth of US imports, effective at 12:01am on Tuesday, in response to US President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 50% tariff on Canadian goods. The targeted sectors include steel, dairy, appliances, and electronics, with tariffs ranging from 15% to 50%. Tensions between the two countries have intensified, with Trump criticizing Canada's trade practices and making…The Guardian
  • 8 Sep Canada braces for prolonged trade war as counter-tariffs on US take effectCanada has imposed retaliatory tariffs on US goods worth nearly C$28bn ($20bn; £15bn) as of Tuesday, in response to the ongoing trade tensions between the two countries. The counter-tariffs, which range from 15% to 50%, affect hundreds of American products, including steel, furniture, and clothing. Despite both sides expressing a desire for a deal, US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer suggests that Canada is…BBC
  • 8 Sep Morning Update: Say hello to Canadian countertariffsOttawa has implemented countertariffs on various American imports to Canada, despite no last-minute talks with the US to avoid this move. The Canadian government's imposition of these tariffs has drawn a negative response from President Donald Trump, who released critical posts about Canada and threatened to ban Bombardier, a Canadian jet-maker. According to Premier Christine Fréchette of Quebec, the tariffs pose a…The Globe and Mail
  • 8 Sep First Thing: Trade dispute escalates as new Canadian tariffs on US goods come into effectA trade dispute between Canada and the US has escalated with new Canadian tariffs on $20bn worth of US imports taking effect, targeting sectors such as steel, dairy, and electronics with tariffs ranging from 15% to 50%. This move comes in response to a previous tariff imposed by President Trump on cars and raw materials from Canada. The two countries have been at odds since August when negotiations broke down due to…The Guardian
  • 8 Sep Canadian countertariffs take effect on U.S. importsCanadian retaliatory tariffs worth $28 billion took effect on US imports on Tuesday, in response to President Donald Trump's escalating trade war. No specific numbers or details are provided about the types of goods affected by the tariffs. Ottawa is among several countries that have imposed tariffs on US imports due to ongoing trade tensions. The article reports on a factual event without offering analysis or…The Globe and Mail
  • 8 Sep Saskatchewan tax on American liquor kicks in for retailers amid trade standoffSaskatchewan Premier Scott Moe's promise to slap a 50% tax on American liquor has come into effect today, as part of the province's retaliatory measure against the US tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump. The move follows Canada's announcement that it would impose dollar-for-dollar retaliatory tariffs in response to the US trade restrictions. Saskatchewan retailers will now pay a 50% fee on all U.S.-produced…Global News
  • 8 Sep Chrétien offers blunt assessment of Canada-U.S. trade warJean Chrétien, the former Prime Minister of Canada, shared his opinion on the Canada-U.S. trade war in an interview with CBC News' Adrienne Arsenault. He stated that Canada's decision to impose counter-tariffs was correct and should not be ruled out for expansion. No specific details or numbers are mentioned in the article regarding the trade war or its effects. Chrétien's comments offer a straightforward assessment…CBC
  • 8 Sep This Week in Canada: America Is Our Enemy and Doesn’t Even Know ItA columnist for This Week in Canada argues that Americans are unaware that Canada views them as enemies, citing recent surveys showing a significant shift in Canadian attitudes towards the US. According to a Leger survey, 41% of Canadians now see the US as an "enemy country", up from 26% since June 2025. A Politico poll found that nearly half of Canadians consider the US a bigger threat to world peace than Russia…The Free Press
  • 8 Sep RetaliationThe Canadian government has imposed tariffs on $20 billion worth of US goods, including clothing, cheese, and metal imports. The move is in retaliation for US President Donald Trump's tariffs on Canadian products, with Prime Minister Mark Carney stating that Canada will "double the rate of existing tariffs" on certain steel and aluminum products. The total number of affected products is approximately 700, including…Reason
  • 8 Sep Canada’s counter-tariffs kick in on hundreds of U.S. goodsCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney's counter-tariffs on US goods have taken effect, targeting $28 billion worth of American imports, including hundreds of items such as hockey sticks and essential oils. The tariffs are in response to US President Donald Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, which targeted sectors like dairy exports and auto exports. According to a recent Angus Reid Institute survey, 60% of…Global News
  • 8 Sep Trump’s Bombardier threat is an ‘own goal’ for Canada-U.S. defence ties, analysts sayUS President Donald Trump posted on social media that Canada's Bombardier products aren't good enough for US markets, claiming over 50% of their revenue comes from the US. Analysts say this threat is an "own goal" for Canada-US defence ties, as it escalates a trade dispute ahead of retaliatory tariffs by Canada worth CA$27.6 billion in annual imports. The timing of Trump's post was seen as a sign that he is…National Post
  • 8 Sep Canada Trade War Escalates; Rising Fuel Prices Impact Americans
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  • 8 Sep Carney warns Canada's pivot from U.S. 'will come at a cost' as Ottawa's counter-tariffs take effectCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has warned in a video that Canada's pivot away from the US will come at a cost, but standing still would be even worse. Canadian counter-tariffs on $27.6 billion worth of American goods took effect just after midnight, with the US potentially imposing retaliatory tariffs today. Quebec Premier Christine Fréchette is trying to cushion the blow by introducing measures to protect jobs…CBC
  • 7 Sep ‘It’s going to be painful’: Trade watchers warn of tit-for-tat escalation between U.S. and CanadaCanada is preparing for retaliatory tariffs to take effect on Tuesday after negotiations with the US stalled in August. Trade watchers warn of an escalating trade war between the two countries, with some experts suggesting that Canada should prepare for economic pain. The US has already imposed a 50% tariff on $28 billion worth of Canadian goods under Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930, and Canada is set to…National Post
  • 7 Sep Canada's counter-tariffs against U.S. set to go into effect after midnightA Canadian expert on international affairs is warning that the potential fallout from the implementation of Canada's counter-tariffs against the US could be severe due to President Trump's unpredictability. The counter-tariffs are set to take effect at midnight, marking a new phase in the ongoing trade war between the two countries. No specific numbers or details about the tariffs are mentioned in the article. The…CBC
  • 7 Sep Barry Appleton: Trump’s demands to change our laws must be rejectedThe article is an opinion piece by Barry Appleton, who argues that Canada should reject US demands to change its laws regarding online streaming and cultural sovereignty. The US had demanded that Canada drop its digital legislation, which requires streaming platforms to promote French-language content for Quebec users, but the Canadian government disputes this characterization. According to the author, a trade deal…National Post
  • 7 Sep Trade talks remain frozen as Canadian countertariffs set for TuesdayCanadian officials have not held any formal talks with their US counterparts since trade negotiations broke down on August 21, and no new meetings are planned. Prime Minister Mark Carney's government is moving forward with plans to impose $28-billion worth of tariffs on US imports starting Tuesday at 12:01 a.m., in response to the Trump administration's 50-per-cent levies on Canadian goods. This move is intended to…The Globe and Mail
  • 6 Sep Counter-tariffs won't just affect the cost of goods for Canadians. They'll hit the trailers moving them tooA Canadian trucking industry is preparing for the impact of a 25% counter-tariff on semi-trailers built in the US, set to take effect on September 8. The tariff will affect Ocean Trailer, the largest retailer of semi-trailers in Western Canada, which has ordered 600 trailers worth $45 million from US manufacturers and is rushing to get them before the deadline. Industry leaders are "very much concerned" about the…CBC
  • 6 Sep Trump says Canada-U.S. dollar ‘imbalance is unacceptable’US President Donald Trump posted a complaint about Canada's currency on his Truth Social platform, calling the "imbalance" with the US dollar "unacceptable". He made these remarks in a series of AI-generated posts on Sunday afternoon. There is no elaboration on what he means by an "imbalance", but it comes amidst ongoing trade tensions between the two countries. Canada is set to impose retaliatory tariffs on the US…National Post
  • 6 Sep Five things to watch for in the Canadian business world in the coming weekPrime Minister Mark Carney announced that Canada's counter-tariffs will take effect on Tuesday on $28 billion worth of U.S. products, a response to the United States imposing tariffs on Canadian goods. Financial conference Scotiabank's global banking and markets financial summit starts on Wednesday, amid growing concerns about the Canadian economy due to the trade war with the US. Transat A.T. Inc., an airline…Toronto Star
  • 6 Sep The US wants to win Canadian visitors back, but tourists say ‘it’s a wasted effort’American tourism organizations are trying to woo back Canadian visitors who boycotted the US due to President Trump's comments about making Canada the 51st state and the ongoing trade war, which has resulted in import taxes of up to 50% on Canadian products. According to Statistics Canada, Canadian residents made 25 percent fewer return border crossings and spent $2.4 billion less on travel to the US last year…The Independent
  • 6 Sep Trump says Canada would not survive if US stop trading relationshipThe article does not report any news, but rather appears to be a promotional message from a publication asking readers to sign in to unlock additional benefits. The text does not provide any information about a statement made by Trump or a discussion about the US-Canada trading relationship. However, if you are looking for the actual article that this message is referring to, it might report on comments made by…The Hindu
  • 6 Sep The US-Canada 'divorce' and the $1.2 trillion falloutCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney ended comprehensive trade negotiations with the US two weeks ago, and Canadians are now bracing for potential economic consequences. Canada is already facing tariffs on key exports such as steel, lumber, and automobiles. According to a recent poll, three-quarters of Canadians approved of Carney's decision to walk away from trade talks. Trade consultant Kelly Ann Shaw notes that…ABC News (AU)
  • 6 Sep How Howard Lutnick became Donald Trump's 'ultimate disrupter' in Canada's trade warIn early March 2025, Howard Lutnick, the US Commerce Secretary, had a heated phone call with Canadian officials about the ongoing trade war between the two countries. According to two anonymous Canadian officials, Lutnick expressed shock and anger that Canada continued to retaliate despite the US softening its position on tariffs. The call was seen as a turning point in the negotiations, which ultimately collapsed…Toronto Star
  • 6 Sep US tourism groups want to win Canadian visitors back. A testy trade war isn't helpingThe US tourism industry is trying to win back Canadian visitors who have been deterred by President Donald Trump's comments and the ongoing trade war between the two countries. Despite efforts such as billboards, online ads, and special deals, many Canadians are skeptical about visiting the US given the current tensions. According to Statistics Canada, in 2025 Canadians made 25% fewer return border crossings and…The Independent
  • 6 Sep U.S. tourism groups want to win Canadian visitors back. A testy trade war isn't helpingJosh Loewen, a Vancouver resident and marketing executive, says that US tourism industry efforts to woo Canadians back are being hindered by the ongoing trade war with Canada, which has seen import taxes of up to 50% imposed on Canadian products. The number of Canadians traveling to the US plummeted after President Trump's comments about making Canada the 51st state, and despite some recent attempts at conciliation…Toronto Star
  • 5 Sep Conrad Black: Mark Carney puts it all on the lineConrad Black writes that Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has benefited from Canadian resentment of American trade policy and President Trump's actions, but his account of a last-minute change by the US in their agreement is disputed. Key to the issue is whether the US did indeed add new conditions at the end of negotiations, as Carney claims, or if he rejected the offer for personal political gain. Black…National Post
  • 5 Sep Most Canadians support Carney’s counter-tariff measures, poll suggestsA Nanos Research poll conducted for The Globe and Mail suggests that 85% of over 1,000 Canadians surveyed support Prime Minister Mark Carney's decision to impose retaliatory countertariffs on the US. The survey found that 80% also support Ottawa's plan to retaliate with dollar-for-dollar countertariffs, which are set to take effect on Tuesday. A significant majority of respondents (71%) said they are willing or…The Globe and Mail
  • 5 Sep Michael Higgins: Canadians are proud, angry and want answers from ParliamentMichael Higgins writes that a new poll by Leger shows most Canadians are resilient and proud despite expecting a tariff war with the US to raise living costs, with 83% reporting feeling proud to be Canadian. The top issue facing Canadians is inflation and rising costs (35%), followed closely by "Trump, tariffs and U.S. aggression" (24%). A generational divide exists in concerns about tariffs, with younger age groups…National Post
  • 5 Sep Majority of Canadians now see U.S. as an enemy, and Trump is the reason: pollThe article reports on a recent poll conducted by Leger that found more than half (51%) of Canadians aged 55 and older view the US as an enemy, with only 13% seeing it as neutral. The poll also suggests that Quebecers are the most likely to see the US in this light, with 49% viewing it as an enemy. A significant majority (64%) of respondents believe that a change in leadership, specifically Donald Trump leaving…National Post
  • 5 Sep DOJ ordered to freeze antitrust work with Canada as trade tensions intensifyThe US Justice Department's antitrust division has been ordered by its chief, Lynda Marshall, to pause all work with the Canadian government amid intensifying trade tensions between the two countries. According to a report, officials were instructed to halt cooperation on cases and policy issues starting from Wednesday, but the DOJ disputes this claim, saying only that a meeting was delayed for preparation. The…Fox News
  • 4 Sep Ottawa fires back after rejecting U.S. trade dealA trade deal between Canada and the US collapsed at the last minute, prompting Canada to impose dollar-for-dollar retaliation against US tariffs on $28-billion of Canadian exports. According to Prime Minister Mark Carney, the US attempted to change the agreed-upon terms, which Canada found "unfair" and "uneconomic". The breakdown of talks led to President Donald Trump's imposition of new 50-per cent tariffs on…The Globe and Mail
  • 4 Sep How Americans and Canadians Are Feeling About the Escalating Trade WarCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney criticized the US for making "last-minute changes" to trade talks, while President Donald Trump accused Canada of "ripping off" the US for decades and called the country "difficult and unreasonable". According to an Ipsos poll, nearly 70% of Americans believe the US should be open to reaching a compromise with Canada. The poll also found that most Canadians back their government's…Time
  • 4 Sep Rob Breakenridge: Carney must be honest about the cost of counter-tariffsRob Breakenridge argues that Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne's decision to delay the re-imposition of the federal gasoline tax until 2027, in light of new US tariffs and counter-tariffs, is hypocritical given the government's own trade strategy. The Bank of Canada has warned of a rising inflation risk due to higher energy costs and tariffs, with Friday's jobs report showing an unexpected loss of 42,000…National Post
  • 3 Sep Weaponizing oil against U.S. will go ‘badly’: Heather Exner-PirotHeather Exner-Pirot from the Macdonald-Laurier Institute is interviewed about the risks of using Canada's energy exports as leverage against the United States in their trade dispute. According to Exner-Pirot, any attempt to inflict economic pain on the US could backfire and hurt Canadian oil producers, disrupt supply chains, and lead to further American retaliation. No specific numbers or estimates are mentioned in…National Post
  • 3 Sep Josh Dehaas: A Carney oil blockade would be playing with fire, even if constitutionalThe article discusses Ontario Premier Doug Ford's suggestion that the federal government block oil exports to the United States as leverage in the trade war, and whether such a move would be constitutional. According to the Constitution Act of 1867, Parliament has residual powers to make laws for Canada's peace, order, and good government, which could potentially override provincial control over natural resources…National Post
  • 3 Sep Republicans back Trump in his trade war with CanadaGOP lawmakers on Capitol Hill have rallied behind President Donald Trump in his trade war with Canada. According to Texas Republican August Pfluger and Florida Representative Brian Mast, who spoke after meeting with U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, the trade war is a result of Canada's refusal to accept a "generous" deal offered by the US. No Republican lawmakers expressed significant concern about the…CBC
  • 3 Sep John Ivison: The truth about why trade talks broke down has yet to be toldOpinion piece by John Ivison speculating that the breakdown of trade talks between the US and Canada was due to last-minute attempts by US negotiators to secure favorable terms, rather than the reasons provided by Prime Minister Carney. According to Commerce Secretary Lutnick, he was not in the room when trade talks broke down but was with President Trump when a deal was thought to be reached. The article suggests…National Post
  • 31 Aug As US-Canada tensions flare, who’s calling the shots in Trump’s trade team?US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, a fluent French speaker, has been accused by Canada's prime minister Mark Carney of trying to weaken protections for the French language in Quebec. However, Greer denies this, saying "I speak French, too," and that the US objects only to regulations forcing American tech companies to invest in Canadian content. The controversy highlights tensions between the two countries over…The Guardian
  • 27 Aug Stephen Nagy: U.S. trade deal dead until Canada stops being the ‘Ugly Ally’This opinion piece argues that Canada's economic woes are largely self-inflicted, rather than caused by the US or President Trump. The author, Stephen Nagy, criticizes the Trudeau government for mishandling its relationship with the US and prioritizing domestic politics over diplomacy. According to Nagy, under Trudeau, Canada repeatedly ignored warnings about foreign interference from China and lost credibility…National Post

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