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Eby invokes Canadian kindness after 9/11 in support of Ottawa's retaliatory tariffs

Eby said the tariffs will help defend Canadian workers and industries as Ottawa’s countermeasures hit $20 billion in U.S. goods.

  • British Columbia Premier David Eby supported Canadian counter tariffs against the United States amid a trade conflict, invoking the kindness shown after the 9/11 attacks to emphasize Canadian solidarity and resilience.
  • Eby acknowledged economic challenges ahead, including job losses and business closures in the forestry sector, and pledged government support for affected industries and public services despite a projected $13.3 billion deficit.
  • Eby stressed Canada’s sovereignty and unfair treatment in the market, highlighting the need for respect and fair trade agreements.
  • He encouraged Canadians to buy local goods and services to reduce reliance on the U.S. market and announced plans for new border signage affirming British Columbia’s and Canada’s strong, independent identity.
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Canada has imposed tariffs of up to 50% in response to Trump's tariffs <p>Canada has imposed tariffs of 15— 50% on goods from the United States after the failure of negotiations. Ottawa seeks to reduce</p> dependence on Washington.

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Eby invokes Canadian kindness after 9-11 in support of Ottawa's retaliatory tariffs

VICTORIA - British Columbia Premier David Eby has invoked the memory of the 9-11 terrorist attacks and Canadian efforts to help their neighbours as he voices support for Ottawa's counter tariffs in the trade conflict with the United States.

·Winnipeg, Canada
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