Ontario Premier Doug Ford Pauses Electricity Tariffs as U.S.-Canada Trade Talks Resume

Ford temporarily suspends 25% surcharge on electricity exports after discussions with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, signaling renewed efforts to address escalating tariff disputes.

Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced a temporary suspension of a 25% tariff on electricity exports to Michigan, New York, and Minnesota after productive talks with U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick.
The move follows escalating tensions over U.S. tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum, which were raised to 50% by President Donald Trump earlier this week.
Ford, a populist leader and vocal critic of Trump's 'America First' trade policies, has threatened further retaliatory measures, including cutting electricity exports entirely, if tariffs persist.
Ontario's economy, deeply integrated with the U.S., has been significantly impacted by the trade dispute, prompting Ford to launch ad campaigns aimed at U.S. consumers and advocate for fair trade agreements.
Ford's leadership, marked by his brash rhetoric and comparisons to Trump, has drawn international attention, with his actions potentially influencing broader U.S.-Canada trade dynamics.