U.S. maple farms ‘rely’ on Canada. How Trump’s tariffs tap a pain point
The trade war between Canada and the U.S. is threatening to slow the flow of a famed Canadian export — maple syrup — and the equipment used to manufacture what’s … Read More
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Canada’s economy managed a soft landing. That might not last, warns Macklem – National
The uncertainty Canada faced during U.S. President Donald Trump‘s first term “doesn’t come close” to the current uncertainty around his tariffs, Bank of Canada governor Tiff Macklem said Thursday. Speaking … Read More
The Canada Child Benefit goes out Thursday. How much will you get? – National
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Canadian parents will receive the latest child benefits from the federal government this week. March payments of the Canada Child Benefit will … Read More
Carney says consumer carbon price terminated ‘immediately’
Descrease article font size Increase article font size Prime Minister Mark Carney said Friday his Liberal government is “immediately” ending the consumer carbon price, making the change official during his … Read More
Step in to save Canadian jobs, tariff-hit industries urge Carney – National
Industry groups in sectors hurt by U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs on Canada are asking Prime Minister Mark Carney to step in urgently to protect Canadian jobs. Carney was sworn … Read More
Trump’s tariff ‘chaos’ keeps auto sector ‘on hold,’ union says
The national president of Unifor says the ongoing “chaos” of U.S. President Donald Trump’s shifting announcements on tariffs has led to investments in sectors like the auto industry being put … Read More
Trump officials defend tariffs as market turmoil hits savings, retirements – National
Members of U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration are defending his growing trade war with Canada and the impact it’s having on markets and retirement savings, claiming any short-term pain will … Read More
Alberta’s premier makes the rounds on U.S. TV networks to defend new booze rules
By Lisa Johnson The Canadian Press Posted March 6, 2025 1:31 pm Updated March 6, 2025 1:38 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Alberta … Read More
As Trump tariffs loom within hours, how the coming days could play out – National
Canada is bracing for U.S. President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs that are set to land at midnight Tuesday, and which economists have warned will be the “most significant trade shock” … Read More
Trump says tariffs will hit Canada, Mexico on Tuesday – National
Tariffs on Canada and Mexico will land on Tuesday, U.S. President Donald Trump says. “Very importantly tomorrow, tariffs — 25 per cent on Canada and 25 per cent on Mexico … Read More