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Quebec’s Beauce region, known as a hub for business, upended by U.S. tariffs

U.S. Tariffs on exports have imposed a 25 percent tax, impacting businesses in Canada, particularly in the Maritime port cities.
Saint John has been identified as the most vulnerable Canadian city affected by the tariffs, with significant exports in oil, seafood, and lumber.
Mayor Donna Reardon emphasized the importance of maintaining local economic strength and suggested that railways could help connect to new markets.
In contrast, Halifax has been identified as one of the cities least affected by the tariffs, despite expectations of price increases and possible layoffs.

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CBC News

Strait-area businesses weigh options amid U.S. tariffs

A number of industries in the area rely heavily on trade with the U.S., including the region's largest employer, Port Hawkesbury Paper. Watch Amy Smith's interview with Tanya Felix of the Strait Area Chamber of Commerce. of Commerce.

7 days ago·Canada

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castanet.net

Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce hosting business roundtable discussion about tariffs, trade

The Salmon Arm Chamber of Commerce says it is looking for solutions to help local businesses weather new challenges imposed by United States tariffs. The chamber will host a virtual roundtable discussion at 12 p.m. on Friday, March 14, exploring ways to support local businesses, strengthen interprov...

8 days ago·Kelowna, Canada

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Pembroke Daily Observer

Upper Ottawa Valley Chamber of Commerce talks economic growth, U.S. tariffs - a Postmedia Q & A

A conversation with the head of the Upper Ottawa Valley Chamber of commerce on the importance to the community of small business, local response to Trump's tariffs, and a view to a prosperous future. This is Part Two of Postmedia’s How Canada Wins series.

8 days ago·Pembroke, Canada

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Global News

Maritime cities racing to figure out what’s next as U.S. tariffs take hold

Officials are grappling with a 25 per cent tariff on exports to the U.S., while Canada imposes matching retaliatory measures.

9 days ago·Toronto, Canada

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The Hamilton Spectator

Quebec’s Beauce region, known as a hub for business, upended by U.S. tariffs

MONTREAL - The Beauce region south of Quebec City is known for its entrepreneurial spirit and its proximity — geographically and economically — with the United States.

9 days ago·Hamilton, Canada

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