Overview

• Donald Trump has imposed a 50% tariff on Canadian steel and aluminum imports, citing Ontario's 25% tariff on electricity exported to the U.S.
• The tariffs take effect on March 12, with Trump threatening further increases on Canadian automotive imports by April 2 if other tariffs are not lifted.
• Trump criticized Canada’s agricultural tariffs on U.S. dairy products, calling them excessively high and unfair to American farmers.
• Ontario Premier Doug Ford vowed to resist U.S. pressure, suggesting the province could cut electricity exports entirely if negotiations fail.
• Trump reiterated his long-standing proposal for Canada to join the U.S. as its 51st state, framing it as a solution to trade and defense disputes.