US EditionTrump pushed tariffs on Canada to 35 per cent, but a CUSMA carveout creates a shield
CANADA, AUG 1 – The tariffs exclude products under the Canada-U.S.-Mexico trade agreement, covering 94% of Canadian imports to the U.S., according to RBC Economics analysis.
- On August 1, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order imposing 35% tariffs on many Canadian goods, effective the following Friday.
- Trump justified the tariffs by citing Canada’s failure to curb fentanyl flow, retaliatory tariffs, dairy supply management, and Canada’s recognition of Palestinian statehood.
- Most Canadian exports compliant with the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement could avoid these tariffs, but trade uncertainty is causing investment chill and worries among small businesses.
- Prime Minister Mark Carney expressed disappointment yet emphasized ongoing efforts to protect jobs and combat illicit drugs, while Candace Laing called the White House fact sheet "fact-less."
- The tariffs increased economic tensions and delayed business certainty, prompting calls for negotiation, support of impacted businesses, and diversification of Canadian trade partnerships.
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Winnipeg Sun
Quick quotes: Reaction to Trump's 35 per cent tariffs on Canada
OTTAWA -- U.S. President Donald Trump has followed through on his earlier threat to increase tariffs on Canada to 35 per cent. Trump signed an executive order Thursday night to hit Canada with higher duties, after the two countries did not reach a trade deal by Aug. 1.
Central Maine News
Portland Press HeraldCanadian tariffs have increased to 35%. How will Maine be affected?
A pact between the U.S., Canada and Mexico exempts the vast majority of imports from the new tax. But the changes will still hurt Maine's people and businesses, according to the state chamber of commerce.
flamboroughtoday.com
Ckpg TodayB.C. forestry executive warns against cutting bad deal after U.S. raises tariffs
VICTORIA — An executive in British Columbia's forestry industry says Canada should stand up to the United States, even after U.S. President Donald Trump raised tariffs to 35 per cent from 25 per cent on some goods.
Canadian resolve on trade negotiations hardens as country faces day one of increased tariffs - Angus Reid Institute
Two-thirds say Canada should take “hard” line in trade talks, rebuff Trump’s rebuke on Palestine stance August 1, 2025 – Canadian resolve in the face of what are now 35 per cent tariffs on non-USMCA protected goods (notwithstanding items already subject to a Trump-imposed 50 per cent) is holding firm, at least for now, according to new data from the…
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