Canada to Impose Retaliatory Tariffs on US Imports – Trudeau

 Canada is set to impose retaliatory tariffs on select American goods starting Tuesday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced over the weekend.

Speaking at a press conference in Ottawa, Trudeau declared that Canada will introduce a 25% tariff on $106 billion (CAD 155 billion) worth of US imports in response to new trade restrictions imposed by the United States.

“The first round of tariffs, affecting $30 billion worth of US goods, will take effect on Tuesday, followed by additional levies covering $125 billion in three weeks,” Trudeau said.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada

The tariffs will target American beer, wine, bourbon, fruits, vegetables, household appliances, lumber, plastics, and more.

While Trudeau insisted that Canada is not looking to escalate tensions, he emphasized that his government will defend Canadian interests.

US President Donald Trump recently announced sweeping tariffs on Canadian, Mexican, and Chinese exports, citing concerns over illegal immigration and drug trafficking. Under the new US trade policy, Canadian exports to the US will face a 25% tariff, except for energy resources, which will be taxed at 10%.

Trudeau warned that the trade dispute could lead to job losses, increased costs for food and gasoline, and disruptions in key industries, including auto manufacturing.

“We’ve always stood by the US in its darkest moments, whether during the Iran hostage crisis, the war in Afghanistan, or natural disasters like Hurricane Katrina and California wildfires,” he reminded. “The right path is partnership, not punishment.”

Canada’s provincial leaders have also pledged further countermeasures. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith called the US tariffs a “destructive policy,” while British Columbia’s David Eby condemned them as a “betrayal of historic ties” and “an economic declaration of war.”

The trade tensions even spilled into sports, with fans booing the US national anthem at an NHL game between the Ottawa Senators and Minnesota Wild.

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