Canada has imposed counter-tariffs on U.S. goods. What products are being targeted?
In response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war, Ottawa has implemented a 25 per cent counter-tariff on American goods. This move comes after Trump imposed a 25 per cent tariff on virtually all Canadian goods and a 10 per cent tariff on Canadian energy.
During a news conference on Tuesday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau made it clear that Canada will not back down from a fight when the well-being of the country is at stake. Trudeau addressed the American people directly, stating, “Your government has chosen to do this to you. A fight with Canada will have no winners.”
The Canadian government released a list of products that will be taxed in response to Trump’s tariffs. The list includes a variety of items such as poultry products, dairy products, spices, fruits and vegetables, coffee, tea, grains, cooking oils, seafood, confectionery products, pasta, bakery products, orange juice, nuts, beans, condiments, soups, bottled water, alcohol, tobacco products, cosmetics, toiletries, protein powder, plastic building materials, bathroom appliances, luggage, kitchenware, tires, horse saddles, clothing items, lumber, paper products, textiles, camping equipment, cleaning supplies, footwear, hats, jewelry, kitchen appliances, dishwashers, refrigerators, tools, shaving products, motorcycles, drones, guns, furniture, lights, arcade games, and art.
Canada’s decision to impose tariffs on American goods is a direct response to the escalating trade tensions between the two countries. The tariffs will be applied to $30 billion worth of American goods entering Canada, with an additional $125 billion worth of imports facing tariffs after a three-week consultation period.
The full list of products targeted by Canada’s tariffs highlights the breadth of items affected by the ongoing trade dispute. As both countries continue to navigate the complexities of international trade, the impact of these tariffs on businesses and consumers remains to be seen.
