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Canada, Trump and tariffs

Carney says Canada won't settle for a 'bad deal' on US tariffs
The Canadian prime minister said he was still negotiating in advance of a 1 August trade deadline set by Donald Trump.
Unified on Trump and Tariffs, Canada’s Premiers Differ on Next Steps
A three-day meeting in response to President Trump’s looming tariff threat underscored differences between the leaders of Canada’s provinces and territories.
Trump threatens 35% tariffs against Canada
President Trump on Thursday threatened to impose 35% tariffs on goods from Canada starting next month, hiking import duties on one of the U.S.'s largest trading partners.
Trump puts 35% tariff on Canada, eyes 15%-20% tariffs for others
In a letter released on his social media platform, Donald Trump told Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney the new rate would go into effect on August 1 and would go up if Canada retaliated.
Trump Threatens Higher Tariffs on Canada in the Middle of Trade Talks
The president revived his discredited claims about fentanyl entering the U.S. from Canada to justify his latest proposed rate of 35 percent.
What to know about Trump's new tariffs on Canada
Trump threatened to escalate tariffs beyond 35% if Canada opts to retaliate with tariffs on U.S. goods. Canadian goods are also subject to sector-specific tariffs, such as 50% levies on steel and aluminum as well as 25% tariffs on non-USMCA compliant autos and auto parts.
Carney Tempers Trade Expectations, Says Canada Won’t Sign a Bad Deal
Canada’s prime minister sought to cool expectations about reaching a trade agreement with the US in the next 10 days, saying the talks are difficult because the Trump administration keeps changing its goals.
Carney's moment: Canada united like never before in the face of Trump tariff threat
On today's edition of "The Ben Mulroney Show", Ben covers the recent meeting of provincial premiers in Canada, first focusing on U.S. trade negotiations led by Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
Canada Says It Won’t Accept a Trade Deal With the U.S. at ‘Any Cost’
Prime Minister Mark Carney, after a meeting with Canada’s political leaders, downplayed the chances of success in talks aimed at reaching a trade deal with President Trump.
Canada downplays chances of trade deal ‘at any cost’ with US
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Tuesday rejected the idea that the country would agree to a rushed trade deal with the United States. The Trump administration implemented an Aug. 1 deadline for trade deals,
Republican senators join Dems on bill to exempt small businesses from Trump's Canada tariffs
Trump recently said he will impose a 35% tariff on Canada, the latest salvo in his on-again, off-again trade war with the U.S ...
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SEL: Tariffs to cost company $100 million
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories is anticipating that tariffs will cost the company $100 million this year in ...
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Trump treating tariffs like ‘reality TV show,’ Sen. Patty Murray says
Sen. Patty Murray responds to Trump's 35% tariff plan on Canadian goods, highlighting its impact on trade and the economy.
Trump announces 35% tariffs on imports from Canada — teases higher blanket rates
Trump, 79, notified Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney of the incoming tariffs in a letter – one of dozens the president has ...
U.S. Sen. Murray, B.C. premier push back on new U.S. tariffs ahead of August hike
Despite presidential authority, U.S. Sen. Patty Murray, D-Wash., called on Republicans on Wednesday to block the Trump ...
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Canada’s New Tariffs on US Drop to ‘Nearly Zero’
Canada has effectively suspended almost all of its retaliatory tariffs on U.S. products, tamping down inflation risks and improving its growth outlook, according to Oxford Economics.
Canada tariffs could add $14,000 to the cost of building a home by 2027, report warns
President Donald Trump’s tariffs could have an unintended side effect: making homeownership even less affordable for many ...
Japanese trade deal with U.S. creates lower tariff rate for vehicles than Canada faces
A new U.S.-Japan trade deal reportedly gives the Asian country a 15 per cent flat tariff rate — providing a potential edge in ...