Beyond tariffs: compliance implications of shifting U.S. trade relations

In this article – “Beyond tariffs: compliance implications of shifting U.S. trade relations” — we discuss how Canadian businesses, particularly those operating internationally or in industries targeted by executive orders, should continue to expect heightened scrutiny from U.S. authorities as it continues to focus on enforcement against foreign entities.This article is authored by members of the Disputes Group: Lawrence Ritchie, partner, and Chair, Risk Management and Crisis Response; Stéphane Eljarrat, partner, and head, Government Investigations and White-Collar Defence; Malcolm Aboud, Counsel and Emilie Dillon, associate, together with Chelsea Rubin, associate in Osler’s Competition/Antitrust, Foreign Investment and International Trade Groups. Osler Legal Outlook is brought to you by Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP. Osler is a leading, national law firm with a singular focus — your business. We advise clients on an array of domestic and cross-border legal issues, drawing on the expertise of over 600 lawyers to provide the answers you need, when you need them.Osler Legal Outlook, published on December 4, 2025, provides general information only and does not constitute legal or other professional advice. Specific advice should be sought in connection with your circumstances.For more information about Osler and for the full Osler Legal Outlook, please visit our website, osler.com.