Trump to hit Canada with devastating duties on March 4
What’s going on?
Following a brief trade truce, U.S. President Donald Trump confirmed that his administration will proceed with a 25 per cent tariff on all Canadian goods (10 per cent on energy), effective March 4.
Speaking to reporters at the White House on March 3, Trump said there was “no room left” to negotiate with Canada and Mexico.
“They’re all set. They go into effect tomorrow.”
The update comes just days after Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick claimed that both countries might be able to delay the trade action until April.
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Canadians concerned about widespread layoffs
A number of employers have begun to scale back their staffing levels as they brace for Trump’s sweeping tariffs.
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Lior Samfiru
Lior Samfiru is a Founding Partner at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP and the Practice Leader of the firm’s Labour & Employment Law Group. Known for his advocacy and success representing both employees and employers, Lior exclusively serves clients in Ontario, where his extensive experience has made him one of Canada’s most sought-after employment lawyers.
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