Canada’s Premiers Take Trump’s Tariff Threats Head-On at White House
Canada’s top provincial leaders have taken their concerns straight to Washington, D.C., hoping to ease tensions over U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs. B.C. Premier David Eby, along with other Canadian premiers, met with U.S. officials at the White House for what he described as a “constructive conversation.”
During the meeting, Eby and his counterparts were urged to take Trump “at his word,” a message delivered by key White House personnel, including Sergio Gor and James Blair. The discussions centered on Trump’s concerns about border security, particularly fentanyl smuggling, as well as his broader stance on trade. The premiers made it clear that Canada remains a strong partner but will never be the 51st state of the U.S.
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One of the primary concerns for Canada is the looming threat of tariffs on aluminum and steel. Trump’s administration has signaled that key decisions on these trade measures will be made once his cabinet members are fully in place. Until then, Canadian officials are pressing hard to ensure their message is heard—these tariffs would hurt both countries economically.
Eby highlighted that Canada is willing to work with the U.S. on security and trade but emphasized that retaliatory measures would be on the table if Trump follows through with tariffs. He pointed out that while some leaders, like Ontario Premier Doug Ford, have advocated a tougher approach, the general consensus among Canadian leaders is to adopt a united “Team Canada” strategy.
Beyond tariffs, another critical discussion point was border enforcement. The premiers asked for increased intelligence-sharing from the U.S. regarding fentanyl trafficking so Canadian authorities can take action on their side of the border. Eby stressed that while Canada is committed to tackling the issue, cooperation is key.
Despite political differences, there was broad agreement in Washington that Canada and the U.S. share an essential economic relationship. Canadian leaders reminded their American counterparts that imposing tariffs would only drive up costs for U.S. consumers and industries that rely on Canadian materials.
Looking ahead, the message from Canada remains firm—diplomacy is the preferred route, but if necessary, countermeasures will be taken to protect Canadian industries. The next few weeks will be crucial as Trump’s administration finalizes its trade policies, and Canada prepares for possible retaliatory moves if negotiations don’t go in its favor.
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