Read Pierre Poilievre’s full speech responding to Trump’s trade war

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre delivered a passionate speech on Parliament Hill on Tuesday, addressing the recent 25 per cent tariff imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump on most Canadian goods. Poilievre did not hold back in his criticism of President Trump, accusing him of stabbing America’s best friend in the back.

In response to this attack on Canada’s economy, Poilievre made it clear that Canada will fight back and defend its people and economy. He emphasized the negative impact these tariffs will have on both the Canadian and American economies, pointing out that Americans are already paying higher gas prices due to a new gas tax that went into effect at midnight.

To the millions of Canadians who are anxious about the implications of these tariffs, Poilievre offered reassurance and a message of hope. He pledged to fight for Canadian workers in industries such as auto, forestry, steel, aluminum, mining, energy, trucking, and farming. He promised to protect their jobs, families, homes, and retirement, and to put Canada first.

Poilievre outlined a comprehensive plan to counter the U.S. tariffs. He proposed retaliating by targeting American goods that Canada can produce itself or obtain from other sources. He stressed that revenue from these counter-tariffs should be used primarily for tax cuts, with a small portion allocated for relief for workers impacted by the trade war.

Additionally, Poilievre called for a bring it home tax cut on work, investment, energy, and home building to offset the cost of the tariffs and incentivize investment in domestic production. He advocated for repealing the Liberal government’s no-new-pipelines law to boost energy infrastructure and reduce reliance on the U.S. market.

Furthermore, Poilievre proposed removing taxes and red tape to spur a home-building boom in Canada, which would create jobs and increase demand for resources like softwood lumber. He emphasized the need to eliminate trade barriers between provinces to lower prices and boost wages for Canadians.

In conclusion, Poilievre highlighted the importance of securing Canada’s borders and rebuilding its military to assert sovereignty and strength in the world. He called for unity and action to bring home the country Canadians know and love, emphasizing the Canadian promise of hard work leading to a great life in a prosperous and secure nation. Let’s bring it home and ensure that Canada remains a self-reliant, sovereign, and prosperous country.