In response to President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canada, Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced a ban on American companies from provincial contracts, including cutting ties with Starlink. Ford declared that Ontario will not do business with companies that are determined to harm the local economy. He emphasized his “Canada first” approach and urged retailers in the province to clearly label products made in Canada for consumers to support. Ford also issued a warning to Americans, stating that the tariffs imposed by Trump will lead to inflation and negatively impact their financial status.
Following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s retaliation against Trump’s tariffs with counter-tariffs worth $155 billion, Ford directed the LCBO to remove U.S. alcohol from its shelves. The move is part of a larger effort by Canadian officials to stand up to the tariffs imposed by the United States. Ford’s decision to ban American companies from provincial contracts, including Starlink, is a significant step in expressing Ontario’s disapproval of the trade policies implemented by the Trump administration.
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