OTTAWA – Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to meet virtually with Canada’s premiers today to coordinate a response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s new tariffs.
For the second consecutive day, Carney has stepped away from election campaigning to address Trump’s aggressive trade measures, which include a 25% tariff on automobile and auto part imports. The move has already impacted automakers’ stock prices, which fell on Thursday following the announcement.
Coordinated Response to U.S. Tariffs
Carney emphasized on Thursday that discussions with business leaders, unions, and Indigenous leaders will help ensure Canada’s response remains united.
📌 Carney’s statement: “This meeting will help us develop a strong, coordinated plan to protect Canadian jobs and industries from these unfair tariffs.”
Election Impact and Political Reactions
The issue of Canada-U.S. trade relations is shaping up to be a key election concern, with recent polls indicating that voters want a leader who can stand up to Trump’s economic threats.
Meanwhile, other party leaders continue their campaign activities:
✔ NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh is scheduled to make an announcement in Toronto.
✔ Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre will hold a press conference in Nanaimo, B.C.
Carney is expected to provide further details following today’s premiers’ meeting.