Smith’s Caution vs. Canada’s Trade Tensions | Calgary News

Premier Danielle Smith is steering a calm, cautious course in Canada’s trade spat with the U.S., warning that retaliatory tariffs could devastate Canadian farmers and hurt everyday Canadians by raising costs on essential goods. While the federal government pushes back with matching tariffs and worker aid, critics like Alberta NDP’s Naheed Nenshi call her approach weak — even suggesting Alberta pull American alcohol from shelves to show solidarity. Smith firmly rejects that, defending consumer choice and highlighting how Alberta’s oil exports rely on U.S. pipelines, making drastic moves risky for other provinces. Experts are split: some praise her diplomacy as necessary given Alberta’s economic ties, while others fear her restraint may weaken Canada’s negotiating power in this high-stakes standoff. 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/6721ae9db064eddc