Canada will retaliate against US tariffs by imposing 25 percent levies on selected American goods, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Saturday.
“Canada will be responding to the US trade action with 25 percent tariffs against Can$155 billion ($106 billion) worth of American goods,” he said in a firm tone, warning that the move could strain long-standing Canada-US relations.
The first wave of tariffs, covering Can$30 billion worth of US products, will take effect on Tuesday. Additional tariffs on Can$125 billion in goods will follow in three weeks.
“We’re certainly not looking to escalate. But we will stand up for Canada, for Canadians, for Canadian jobs,” Trudeau said.
He specified that the tariffs would apply to “everyday items” such as American beer, wine, bourbon, fruits, vegetables, consumer appliances, lumber, and plastics—“with much, much more” to be included.
US President Donald Trump had earlier announced broad tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China, citing concerns over illegal immigration and drug trafficking.
Canadian exports to the US will face a 25 percent tariff starting Tuesday, although energy products from Canada will be subject to a lower 10 percent duty.
Trudeau warned that the trade dispute would have “real consequences” not just for Canadians but also for Americans, potentially leading to job losses, higher costs for food and gasoline, auto plant shutdowns, and disruptions in the supply of Canadian nickel, potash, uranium, steel, and aluminum.

‘SPLIT US APART’
He reminded Americans that Canada has consistently stood by the US “in its darkest hours,” citing examples such as the Iran hostage crisis, the war in Afghanistan, and natural disasters like Hurricane Katrina and the recent California wildfires.
“We’re always there, standing with you,” Trudeau said.
“If President Trump wants to usher in a new golden age for the United States, the better path is to partner with Canada, not to punish us.”
“Unfortunately, the actions taken today by the White House split us apart instead of bringing us together.”
Following the announcement, Trudeau held discussions with provincial premiers, who vowed to take additional steps in response, such as removing US-made alcoholic beverages from local store shelves and seeking to diversify trade relationships.
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith described the US tariffs as a “mutually destructive policy” that would put significant strain on the relationship between the two nations.
British Columbia Premier David Eby took a stronger stance, calling the tariffs “a complete betrayal of the historic bond between our countries.”
“It’s a declaration of economic war against a trusted ally and friend,” he said, warning that the damage to relations would be long-lasting.
“We will never again allow ourselves to be beholden to the whims of one person in the White House,” he added.
Meanwhile, during an NHL game between the Ottawa Senators and the Minnesota Wild in Ottawa, a sold-out crowd loudly booed the singing of the US national anthem. start of play.