Canada vs U.S. Trade War Escalates | Calgary News

Trade talks between Canada and the U.S. collapsed after last-minute American demands shocked Canadian negotiators, prompting Canada to walk away — triggering a 50% U.S. tariff on Canadian goods. Prime Minister Mark Carney vows retaliatory tariffs starting September 8th, but Alberta Premier Danielle Smith warns it’s not a victory when farmers face steeper equipment costs. Both leaders highlight key disputes: auto tariffs, cultural sovereignty, and U.S. attempts to block Canada’s independent trade deals. Carney also notes the U.S.’s history of weaponizing trade agreements, suggesting Canada anticipated this shift. Smith is now calling for federal support for hit industries, especially small businesses, as all sides brace for a potential escalation — unless cooler heads prevail. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/3416bf5d7ea54061