Canada Allocates $26M to Support GTA Businesses Amid US Tariffs
The federal government pledged $26 million on Oct. 2 to support over 30 GTA businesses facing challenges from a U.S. tariff dispute.
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Canada Allocates $26 Million to GTA Firms Amid U.S. Tariff Dispute
The Canadian government unveiled a $26 million program on Oct. 2 to aid over 30 Greater Toronto Area businesses coping with the ongoing U.S. tariff dispute.
Canadian Ambassador Visits Seattle to Boost Trade
The Canadian ambassador to the United States traveled to Seattle to promote and deepen trade links with Washington state, emphasizing the enduring economic partnership between the areas.
Trump Says U.S. Will Keep Buying Canadian Potash, Wants Lower Price
President Trump announced that the United States will keep importing Canadian potash but is seeking a lower price. The move highlights the ongoing trade relationship and the importance of potash for American agriculture.
Mayor Olivia Chow Meets Toronto Business Leaders on U.S. Tariffs
Mayor Olivia Chow met with Toronto business leaders on September 18 to discuss municipal responses to new U.S. tariffs arising from the Canada‑U.S. trade dispute.
Mayor Chow meets Toronto business leaders over U.S. tariffs
Mayor Olivia Chow met with dozens of Toronto business leaders on September 18 to discuss the city’s response to new U.S. tariffs amid an escalating Canada‑U.S. trade dispute. The session aimed to gather input for future municipal actions and recommendations.
Mayor Olivia Chow Meets Toronto Business Leaders on U.S. Tariffs
Mayor Olivia Chow met with Toronto business leaders on September 18 to plan the city’s response to new U.S. tariffs, emphasizing coordinated action amid the ongoing Canada‑U.S. trade dispute.
U.S. and Canadian Tariffs to Boost Ontario Grocery Prices
New U.S. tariffs and Canadian counter‑tariffs are set to increase grocery prices across Ontario, a development reported by CBC’s Dale Manucdoc amid rising trade tensions between the two countries.
Sports Groups Urge Canada, US to Pause New Tariffs
Sports groups and equipment firms have asked Canada and the United States to suspend new tariffs on sporting goods, warning that higher prices could reduce participation in physical activities.
Trump‑Era Tariff War with Canada: Key Developments Since 2025
Since January 2025, the United States and Canada have been locked in a series of tariff exchanges that define the Trump-era trade dispute, with both sides repeatedly adjusting duties through 2026.
Sports Groups Call for Suspension of Canada‑U.S. Gear Tariffs
Sports groups in Ottawa urged Canada and the United States to suspend tariffs on sports gear, citing rising costs for athletes and manufacturers and a potential drop in physical activity participation.
Ontario widens aid as U.S. tariffs target key exports
Ontario has broadened eligibility for its Protect Ontario Financing Program and Ontario Together to aid businesses hit by new U.S. tariffs and bans on steel, dairy, alcohol and furniture, part of a growing Canada‑U.S. trade dispute.
Manitoba Pork Producers Fear U.S. Labeling Shift May Hit Exports
Manitoba pork producers warn that the U.S. discussion on reinstating mandatory country‑of‑origin labeling for beef could expand to pork, potentially raising costs and limiting market access.
Premier says Canada‑U.S. bond outshines trade dispute on 9/11
On September 11, 2026, Manitoba’s premier emphasized that the Canada‑U.S. relationship is stronger than the current trade dispute, invoking the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks as a reminder of shared history.
Trade Dispute Takes Center Stage in Quebec Election Campaign
Federal counter‑tariffs on U.S. goods have pushed trade policy to the center of Quebec’s election campaign, prompting provincial party leaders to address the issue as voters head to the polls.
Ontario Chamber urges de‑escalation in Canada‑U.S. trade dispute
The Ontario Chamber of Commerce urged Canada and the United States to de‑escalate their tariff dispute, warning that the measures harm businesses on both sides of the border.
Quebec Firms Hit by 50% Tariff Increase on U.S. Imports
A new policy forces Quebec manufacturers, including Tremcar, to pay 50% higher tariffs on U.S. imports, notably a specific aluminum grade, as a retaliation to U.S. counter‑tariffs. The increase threatens profit margins for firms that rely on American raw materials.
Toronto Shops Gain as U.S. Imposes 50% Tariffs
U.S. tariffs of 50% on Canadian imports, effective August 22, have spurred Toronto shoppers to favor locally produced goods, boosting sales for city retailers.
Quebec Pays Heavy Price for Bombardier Counter‑Tariffs
Quebec is absorbing large costs from counter‑tariffs on Bombardier while also dealing with a shrinking active workforce, creating combined fiscal and labor challenges for the province.
Trump Says Bombardier Must Build in U.S. to Keep Sales
President Donald Trump told Bombardier on September 7, 2026 that the firm must start manufacturing aircraft in the United States or face a ban on U.S. sales, part of his broader push to limit imports not assembled domestically.
