U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to impose tariffs on Canadian exports has caused concern about the impact on the Canadian economy. Trump has made it clear that he expects Canada to address issues such as fentanyl trafficking and the flow of migrants across the U.S. border, threatening tariffs if these issues are not resolved. Despite efforts to enhance border security, Trump has also expressed dissatisfaction with trade deficits between the two countries.
Former parliamentary budget officer Kevin Page provides insight into what these tariffs could mean for the Canadian economy. With the potential for increased costs on Canadian exports to the U.S., there are fears of a negative impact on various sectors of the economy. The uncertainty surrounding the future of trade relations between the two countries has led to apprehension among Canadian businesses and policymakers.
As the situation continues to unfold, it is important for Canadian officials to closely monitor the developments and work towards finding a resolution that is mutually beneficial. The implementation of tariffs could have far-reaching implications for the Canadian economy, making it crucial for stakeholders to assess and respond effectively to any challenges that may arise.
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We should not be tied at the waist with US. US is tanking on the world stage and desperate, tariffs, wars, denial. The fall of the mighty US empire is starting to crumble. Tariffs with are a tax hurt the consumer.
You've Been Trumped, 2025
Our "leaders" have been disparaging Trump for 9 years. What did you think was going to happen?
75% of the exports of Canada are to US! Ask Nijjar's cousins they might have an Explosive answer for Canada.
As Kissinger said, to be American's enemy is dangerous but to be American's friend is fatal.
The Trudeau government is allocating $1.3 billion over the next six years for border security, yet a significant portion of taxpayer money is being directed toward gun confiscation rather than genuine border enforcement. This means that instead of investing in measures that could actually prevent illegal crossings, curb smuggling, enhance national security, resources are being funneled into disarming law-abiding citizens. Trudeau has also made the highly questionable claim that only 1% of fentanyl enters through our border, an assertion that contradicts evidence and common sense. The reality is that weak border policies allow dangerous drugs to flow into the country, fueling a crisis that devastates communities. Rather than strengthening security where it truly matters, Trudeau prioritizes policies that divide Canadians while doing little to solve pressing issues. His approach is not about cooperation or effective governance. It is about maintaining power through distraction and political maneuvering. By shifting focus away from real threats and instead targeting legal gun owners, his government fails to address the root causes of crime and border insecurity, leaving Canadians less safe in the process
What does it mean for Canada? That our leaders better get their act together… stop looking any other country and focus on our own economy!
Why hasn't that been on their agenda for the last 9 years?
Hold strong Canada, and no nation should be getting rid of their oil.
The Canadian government better get rid of the carbon tax immediately and severely reduce regulations and taxes ASAP. Put all woke, liberal, green policies away and get ready to fight for survival. Canada needs to be open for business. The Liberals have put Canada in a very weak position.
In a word.. Canada just flopped into an unvarnished depression. Expect that 1.5 million jobs plus just went …. poof. Same thing with any solvent future. 😢
the most corrupt president and the most corrupt person in the world……
Global has been outsourced to Punjab I guess.
The way Trump is handling this file … the historical national goodwill with neighbors was tossed aside.
Retaliatory Tariffs just in time for Montreal RoyalMount luxury shopping center to thrive. What about Carbon Climate Change Tariff? Remove that and get things going.
Never had to try so hard in order to abide by YouTube guidelines
look at the bigger picture, Russia and Ukraine. Then Israel and Palestine. Now USA and Canada. Trump just makes the first move to take over the North. Water , oil, you name it, all free for America.
If this is all about the Fentanyl coming into our country, then why would China only get a 10% tariff?? If he truly cared about fentanyl, he would be punishing the maker of the product. He is a liar. Why he's charging tariffs is just out of his own stupidity. He jas no clue how tariffs work. He didnt know what NATO was until he got into office the first time. He finally read up on them… And now his claims of our most richest years were from 1890 – 1913 is definitely an example of how dumb he truly is. I do not feel safe in this county at all anymore… Something I truly never thought that would ever deal with…. EVER… and then came Hannibal trump
“1-3% inflation “ yea this is propaganda
The Province of Ontario needs to make union dues optional (Right to Work legislation) + no corporate tax rates & universal tariffs on all USA imports.
Eventually the us will recover. We've planned for a reasonable recovery by the next summer olympics. One thing i'd stress trump is don't lose the baby with the bath water cuz there really aint much water. If you think we're going to take any amount of heavy handedness from americans then trust in the true north strong and um ya freeeeeeee🪁🎯
Let’s not forget Trudeau was against selling natural gas to the Germans. The Liberals are insane.
All Trump wanted was for Canada to secure the border and he would not implement a 25% tarrif. We Canadians have only our government to blame for not stepping up and taking action accordingly to secure the border (because why wouldn't you anyways?) and instead got involved in a pi**ing matching with the leader of the free world, threatening to turn off the power and such. F*ng ridiculous and the only person with any sense is Danielle Smith the Premier of Alberta who was advocating for this all along. For shame on all Canadian govn't officials that allowed this to happen by not securing our border and stopping the flow of drugs into America. That's all he was asking for and for some reason that was unacceptable to you. Only. Yourself. To. Blame.
This was never about the border – Trump wants Canada! The last person we want as PM right now – is MAGA sock puppet Poilievre – who has accepted Musks endorsement – when Musk supports Trumps plans to takeover Canada! Stand strong Canada!
Trump calling Trudy a governor is a lot nicer than what most Canadians call em…
maybe we should bring those planes back from Los Angeles, or charge double the next time.