Canada Prepares Retaliatory Measures Against Trump’s Tariff Threats

Ontario considers cutting electricity exports as Trudeau and premiers strategize border security and trade response plans.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced the province is ready to halt electricity exports to U.S. states like Michigan and New York if tariffs are imposed.
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump plans a 25% tariff on Canadian and Mexican imports unless stricter measures are taken to curb illegal migration and fentanyl smuggling.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with provincial premiers to outline a $1 billion border security plan, including drones, additional personnel, and enhanced equipment.
Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland emphasized a united Canadian response, with provinces contributing resources and proposing retaliatory tariffs on critical U.S. imports.
Alberta and Ontario premiers have engaged U.S. media and officials to highlight the economic impact of potential tariffs on American consumers.