In brief
Carney denounces the U.S. for imposing a fresh wave of tariffs on Canadian goods, labeling it a misstep that could hurt both borders. After talks collapsed last Friday, Canada will match all U.S. tariffs from 8 September, targeting key sectors such as steel, dairy, appliances and electronics. The prime minister cites unfair demands and last‑minute changes that forced Canada to walk away from an agreement. With Donald Trump yet to respond, Canada is tightening counter‑measures, signaling a sharp pivot in North American trade dynamics.
Mark Carney, Canada’s prime minister, slammed the U.S. for imposing a fresh wave of tariffs on Canadian goods, calling it a “miscalculation” that will “hurt and divide” both nations.
After trade negotiations fell apart last Friday, Carney announced Canada will match U.S. tariffs dollar‑for‑dollar from 8 September, targeting steel, dairy, appliances and electronics.
Carney said Canada “walked away” from a deal because the U.S. demanded “too much” and offered “too little,” while trade talks collapsed amid accusations of last‑minute changes.
Washington’s new sanctions add to existing tariffs on Canadian steel, aluminium, cars and lumber, meaning higher costs for Canadian exporters and potential price hikes for consumers.
While Donald Trump has yet to comment, Canada is preparing detailed counter‑measures in the coming days, signalling a sharp turn in North American trade relations.
