Nova Scotia Cancels U.S. Supplier Contracts Amid Trade War Friction

April 17, 2025, 3:22 pm

In response to heightened trade tensions, Nova Scotia has cancelled existing contracts and declined to renew agreements with several U.S. suppliers. The move—aimed at curtailing economic reliance on American companies amid the ongoing trade dispute—signals a strategic pivot toward strengthening local supply chains. Officials indicate that this decisive action is part of broader economic measures to mitigate the impact of international trade conflicts and reinforce regional industry stability.

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globalnews.ca / Nova Scotia has cancelled U.S. supplier agreements and contracts worth $130,600

Nova Scotia says it has cancelled contracts with two American companies and has not renewed agreements with another nine U.S. suppliers in response to the trade war.

thestar.com / Nova Scotia has cancelled U.S. supplier agreements and contracts worth $130,600

HALIFAX - Nova Scotia says it has cancelled contracts with two American companies and has not renewed agreements with another nine U.S. suppliers in response to the trade war launched by President Donald Trump.


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