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Listeners, here’s your November 16, 2025, update on Canada’s evolving tariff landscape, with a sharp focus on the latest US moves under President Trump and what it means for Canadians and cross-border trade.
The tensions between the US and Canada have reached new heights this fall. On October 25, President Trump announced an additional 10% tariff on Canadian goods, partly in retaliation for Premier of Ontario Doug Ford airing anti-tariff advertisements during the World Series, referencing Ronald Reagan’s 1987 opposition to tariffs. After negotiations, the current base US tariff rate on Canadian goods stands at approximately 17.9%. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg—tariffs on specific Canadian exports, like steel, aluminum, and copper, have been hiked to a staggering 50% in 2025. Imported cars from Canada have also faced a flat 25% tariff since April, with only a few exceptions for USMCA-compliant vehicles.
While these tariffs are publicly framed by the Trump administration as a way to protect American workers and jobs, media outlets like the Caribbean Camera point out that this campaign is less about fairness and more about asserting US dominance and challenging Canada’s economic independence. Roughly 80% of Canadian exports still go to the US, and Trump’s strategy leverages this reliance, attempting to remind Canada who holds the cards in North American trade.
Canadian autoworkers and manufacturers are feeling the pressure. According to Jacobin Magazine, this isn’t just another cycle of tariffs—it’s a deliberate squeeze designed to push corporations and jobs out of Canada, driving investment uncertainty that lingers even if tariffs are eventually lifted. The effects on jobs have been dramatic: Canadian manufacturing employment is down by nearly 30% compared to two decades ago, and anxiety remains high among unions and workers across the automotive sector.
Economists note that these tariffs aren’t really lowering consumer costs in the US either. Reports from CTV News stress that even if some tariffs are rolled back by Trump, Canadians are unlikely to see price benefits, though any removal could open the door for fresh trade talks. However, court challenges to the legality of these new tariffs are underway, with a Supreme Court decision expected in the coming weeks—a critical moment that could reshape the tariff regime entirely.
Trump’s America-first tariff surge is costing US households, too; analysis from AZ Central finds the average American family pays around $1,200 more in taxes as a result of higher tariffs on imports from Canada and other major trading partners.
As Canada braces for the next round of retaliatory measures and debates counter-tariffs or increased trade diversification, one lesson stands clear: the era of predictable, tariff-free North American trade is over, and Canadian industry, workers, and government must rethink their strategies in the face of relentless economic pressure from Washington.
Thanks for tuning in to Canada Tariff News and Tracker—don’t forget to subscribe for more updates. This has been a Quiet Please production; for more, check out quietplease dot ai.
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The tensions between the US and Canada have reached new heights this fall. On October 25, President Trump announced an additional 10% tariff on Canadian goods, partly in retaliation for Premier of Ontario Doug Ford airing anti-tariff advertisements during the World Series, referencing Ronald Reagan’s 1987 opposition to tariffs. After negotiations, the current base US tariff rate on Canadian goods stands at approximately 17.9%. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg—tariffs on specific Canadian exports, like steel, aluminum, and copper, have been hiked to a staggering 50% in 2025. Imported cars from Canada have also faced a flat 25% tariff since April, with only a few exceptions for USMCA-compliant vehicles.
While these tariffs are publicly framed by the Trump administration as a way to protect American workers and jobs, media outlets like the Caribbean Camera point out that this campaign is less about fairness and more about asserting US dominance and challenging Canada’s economic independence. Roughly 80% of Canadian exports still go to the US, and Trump’s strategy leverages this reliance, attempting to remind Canada who holds the cards in North American trade.
Canadian autoworkers and manufacturers are feeling the pressure. According to Jacobin Magazine, this isn’t just another cycle of tariffs—it’s a deliberate squeeze designed to push corporations and jobs out of Canada, driving investment uncertainty that lingers even if tariffs are eventually lifted. The effects on jobs have been dramatic: Canadian manufacturing employment is down by nearly 30% compared to two decades ago, and anxiety remains high among unions and workers across the automotive sector.
Economists note that these tariffs aren’t really lowering consumer costs in the US either. Reports from CTV News stress that even if some tariffs are rolled back by Trump, Canadians are unlikely to see price benefits, though any removal could open the door for fresh trade talks. However, court challenges to the legality of these new tariffs are underway, with a Supreme Court decision expected in the coming weeks—a critical moment that could reshape the tariff regime entirely.
Trump’s America-first tariff surge is costing US households, too; analysis from AZ Central finds the average American family pays around $1,200 more in taxes as a result of higher tariffs on imports from Canada and other major trading partners.
As Canada braces for the next round of retaliatory measures and debates counter-tariffs or increased trade diversification, one lesson stands clear: the era of predictable, tariff-free North American trade is over, and Canadian industry, workers, and government must rethink their strategies in the face of relentless economic pressure from Washington.
Thanks for tuning in to Canada Tariff News and Tracker—don’t forget to subscribe for more updates. This has been a Quiet Please production; for more, check out quietplease dot ai.
For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/
Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94Q
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
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By Inception Point AiListeners, here’s your November 16, 2025, update on Canada’s evolving tariff landscape, with a sharp focus on the latest US moves under President Trump and what it means for Canadians and cross-border trade.
The tensions between the US and Canada have reached new heights this fall. On October 25, President Trump announced an additional 10% tariff on Canadian goods, partly in retaliation for Premier of Ontario Doug Ford airing anti-tariff advertisements during the World Series, referencing Ronald Reagan’s 1987 opposition to tariffs. After negotiations, the current base US tariff rate on Canadian goods stands at approximately 17.9%. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg—tariffs on specific Canadian exports, like steel, aluminum, and copper, have been hiked to a staggering 50% in 2025. Imported cars from Canada have also faced a flat 25% tariff since April, with only a few exceptions for USMCA-compliant vehicles.
While these tariffs are publicly framed by the Trump administration as a way to protect American workers and jobs, media outlets like the Caribbean Camera point out that this campaign is less about fairness and more about asserting US dominance and challenging Canada’s economic independence. Roughly 80% of Canadian exports still go to the US, and Trump’s strategy leverages this reliance, attempting to remind Canada who holds the cards in North American trade.
Canadian autoworkers and manufacturers are feeling the pressure. According to Jacobin Magazine, this isn’t just another cycle of tariffs—it’s a deliberate squeeze designed to push corporations and jobs out of Canada, driving investment uncertainty that lingers even if tariffs are eventually lifted. The effects on jobs have been dramatic: Canadian manufacturing employment is down by nearly 30% compared to two decades ago, and anxiety remains high among unions and workers across the automotive sector.
Economists note that these tariffs aren’t really lowering consumer costs in the US either. Reports from CTV News stress that even if some tariffs are rolled back by Trump, Canadians are unlikely to see price benefits, though any removal could open the door for fresh trade talks. However, court challenges to the legality of these new tariffs are underway, with a Supreme Court decision expected in the coming weeks—a critical moment that could reshape the tariff regime entirely.
Trump’s America-first tariff surge is costing US households, too; analysis from AZ Central finds the average American family pays around $1,200 more in taxes as a result of higher tariffs on imports from Canada and other major trading partners.
As Canada braces for the next round of retaliatory measures and debates counter-tariffs or increased trade diversification, one lesson stands clear: the era of predictable, tariff-free North American trade is over, and Canadian industry, workers, and government must rethink their strategies in the face of relentless economic pressure from Washington.
Thanks for tuning in to Canada Tariff News and Tracker—don’t forget to subscribe for more updates. This has been a Quiet Please production; for more, check out quietplease dot ai.
For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/
Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94Q
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI
The tensions between the US and Canada have reached new heights this fall. On October 25, President Trump announced an additional 10% tariff on Canadian goods, partly in retaliation for Premier of Ontario Doug Ford airing anti-tariff advertisements during the World Series, referencing Ronald Reagan’s 1987 opposition to tariffs. After negotiations, the current base US tariff rate on Canadian goods stands at approximately 17.9%. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg—tariffs on specific Canadian exports, like steel, aluminum, and copper, have been hiked to a staggering 50% in 2025. Imported cars from Canada have also faced a flat 25% tariff since April, with only a few exceptions for USMCA-compliant vehicles.
While these tariffs are publicly framed by the Trump administration as a way to protect American workers and jobs, media outlets like the Caribbean Camera point out that this campaign is less about fairness and more about asserting US dominance and challenging Canada’s economic independence. Roughly 80% of Canadian exports still go to the US, and Trump’s strategy leverages this reliance, attempting to remind Canada who holds the cards in North American trade.
Canadian autoworkers and manufacturers are feeling the pressure. According to Jacobin Magazine, this isn’t just another cycle of tariffs—it’s a deliberate squeeze designed to push corporations and jobs out of Canada, driving investment uncertainty that lingers even if tariffs are eventually lifted. The effects on jobs have been dramatic: Canadian manufacturing employment is down by nearly 30% compared to two decades ago, and anxiety remains high among unions and workers across the automotive sector.
Economists note that these tariffs aren’t really lowering consumer costs in the US either. Reports from CTV News stress that even if some tariffs are rolled back by Trump, Canadians are unlikely to see price benefits, though any removal could open the door for fresh trade talks. However, court challenges to the legality of these new tariffs are underway, with a Supreme Court decision expected in the coming weeks—a critical moment that could reshape the tariff regime entirely.
Trump’s America-first tariff surge is costing US households, too; analysis from AZ Central finds the average American family pays around $1,200 more in taxes as a result of higher tariffs on imports from Canada and other major trading partners.
As Canada braces for the next round of retaliatory measures and debates counter-tariffs or increased trade diversification, one lesson stands clear: the era of predictable, tariff-free North American trade is over, and Canadian industry, workers, and government must rethink their strategies in the face of relentless economic pressure from Washington.
Thanks for tuning in to Canada Tariff News and Tracker—don’t forget to subscribe for more updates. This has been a Quiet Please production; for more, check out quietplease dot ai.
For more check out https://www.quietperiodplease.com/
Avoid ths tariff fee's and check out these deals https://amzn.to/4iaM94Q
This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI