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Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Tuesday said Ottawa is hitting back against U.S. President Donald Trump‘s tariffs against Canada. In a press conference held in Ottawa, he called Washington’s trade action “very dumb” and vowed to “hit back hard” as the country retaliates to try and get the tariffs lifted as soon as possible.Here is a transcript of his remarks, including the English interpretation where he spoke in French.Trudeau: So today the United States launched a trade war against Canada, their closest partner and ally, their closest friend. At the same time, they’re talking about working positively with Russia, appeasing Vladimir Putin, a lying, murderous dictator.Make that make sense.Canadians are reasonable and we are polite, but we will not back down from a fight — not when our cou...

As the United States pauses military aid to Ukraine amid a deepening rift between the two nations, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau reaffirmed Canada’s unwavering support for Kyiv, drawing a stark contrast with Washington. Speaking to reporters Tuesday, Trudeau said the U.S. seems to be aligning more with Russia amid the ongoing war, emphasizing that Canada continues its support for Ukraine and will not waver in standing against Russian aggression.“We know who our friends are, we know who our opponents are. And there is no question that Vladimir Putin and his attack, not just on Ukraine, but on the rules-based international order, on the founding principles of the United Nations, is an opponent of Canada,” Trudeau said.“Today the United States launched a trade war against Canada, their closes...

By Allison Jones and Liam Casey The Canadian Press Posted March 4, 2025 11:11 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Ontario’s main liquor store has begun removing U.S. alcohol from its shelves and website in response to tariffs imposed on Canadian goods by U.S. President Donald Trump. Premier Doug Ford’s office says he directed the Liquor Control Board of Ontario Tuesday morning to stop selling American alcohol. Get daily National news Get the day's top news, political, economic, and current affairs headlines, delivered to your inbox once a day. ...

China announced Tuesday it will impose additional tariffs of up to 15 per cent on imports of key U.S. farm products, including chicken, pork, soy and beef, and also expanded controls on doing business with key U.S. companies. The tariffs announced by the Commerce Ministry are due to take effect from March 10, though goods already in transit will be exempt until April 12. They follow U.S. President Donald Trump’s order to raise tariffs on imports of Chinese products to 20 per cent across the board. Those took effect on Tuesday, along with 25 per cent tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico.Imports of U.S. grown chicken, wheat, corn and cotton will face an extra 15 per cent tariff, a notice by the ministry said. Tariffs on sorghum, soybeans, pork, beef, seafoods, fruit, vegetables and dair...

Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on Canadian imports and governments’ response to them will have “severe repercussions” for Ontario’s housing sector. The warning from the Ontario Home Builders’ Association (OHBA) Tuesday comes as the U.S. president finally followed through on his threat to impose a 25 per cent tariff on all Canadian and Mexican imports. Canadian energy was hit with a lower, 10 per cent levy. Meanwhile, China was slapped with a 10 per cent tariff.Ottawa and the provinces have vowed a strong response: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s government has said it will impose tariffs on $30 billion worth of U.S. goods immediately, and further tariffs on $125 billion worth of American products 21 days later.Ontario Premier Doug Ford reiterated Monday that he is prepared to follow throu...

Nova Scotia’s premier had some strong words for the American president after sweeping tariffs came into effect Tuesday. “Donald Trump is a short-sighted man who wields his power just for the sake of it, not having any consideration for the destructive impact of his decisions on both Canadians and Americans,” premier Tim Houston said in a statement.Houston went on to say that “it is impossible to properly describe the uncertainty and chaos” the tariffs have caused Canadians.As of Tuesday, a sweeping 25 per cent tariff has been imposed on all goods going into the United States from both Canada and Mexico, with a 10 per cent tariff on Canada’s energy exports. Get breaking National news For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking new...

The first round of U.S. tariffs and Canada’s counter-tariffs are now in effect, marking the start of a trade war between the long-time North American allies. As of Tuesday, a sweeping 25 per cent tariff has been imposed on all goods going into the United States from both Canada and Mexico, with a 10 per cent tariff on Canada’s energy exports.In response, Canada has hit back with an initial 25 per cent tariff on $30 billion worth of U.S. goods, with additional tariffs on another $125 billion in American goods to come three weeks later, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said.“Canada will not let this unjustified decision go unanswered,” Trudeau said in a statement Monday night, hours before the U.S. deadline.“Our tariffs will remain in place until the U.S. trade action is withdrawn, and should U...