Economists signal early recession amid US-Canada trade war

Friday, May 23, 2025, 2:21 pm more...

Amid escalating tensions with the United States, economists are warning that Canada might already be slipping into a recession. Citing a contraction in exports, declining labour market activity, and tepid household spending, experts are urging policymakers to address the growing economic headwinds without delay.

nationalpost.com / Canada recession has already begun as trade war rages on, economists say

torontosun.com / Canada recession has already begun as trade war rages on, economists say

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Trump Trade War Escalates: Tariffs Threatened on EU, Apple

Friday, May 23, 2025, 8:20 am more...

President Donald Trump announced fresh tariff threats targeting EU imports and Apple products, insisting that iPhones be domestically manufactured. The dramatic trade stance, delivered via social media, adds another twist to his provocative economic policies, leaving market watchers both alarmed and amused.

nationalpost.com / Donald Trump threatens 25% tariffs on Apple if iPhones not made in U.S.

ledevoir.com / Trump menace l’UE de 50% de droits de douane à partir du 1er juin

globalnews.ca / Trump threatens 50% EU tariffs, 25% for Apple in latest trade war salvo

citynews.ca / Trump threatens 50% tariffs on EU and 25% penalties on Apple as his trade war intensifies

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Stellantis postpones Dodge Charger Daytona production amid tariff worries

Thursday, May 22, 2025, 11:22 am more...

Stellantis has delayed the production of its Dodge Charger Daytona R/T for the 2026 model year at its Windsor plant, citing U.S. tariff uncertainties. The postponement leaves consumers and investors juggling mixed messages, as the automaker recalibrates plans in an unpredictable, tariff-riddled economic landscape.

globalnews.ca / Stellantis delays production of one of its vehicles at Windsor, Ont. plant

citynews.ca / Stellantis postponing production of Dodge Charger Daytona R/T for 2026 model year

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Supreme Court declines U.S. material transfer review

Thursday, May 22, 2025, 10:20 am more...

The Supreme Court of Canada has decided not to revisit a decision allowing material seized in connection with commercial espionage allegations to be transferred to U.S. authorities. The ruling underscores judicial deference to administrative determinations while prompting critics to question its implications for national sovereignty and cross-border legal oversight.

theglobeandmail.com / Supreme Court of Canada won’t review decision to send seized material to U.S. authorities

thestar.com / Supreme Court won't review decision to send seized material to U.S. authorities

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Western premiers convene in Yellowknife for Arctic trade talks

Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 9:21 am more...

Western Canadian premiers have gathered in Yellowknife for a two-day conference, intensively discussing trade, energy, and Arctic security. Amid competitive global dynamics, the meeting is set to explore economic opportunities and geopolitical challenges in the North with a refreshing, almost audacious confidence.

globalnews.ca / ‘Small minority of cranks’: Eby laments separatism push as Western premiers meet

theglobeandmail.com / Business leaders urge Western premiers to find a common front

nationalobserver.com / Western premiers meet in Yellowknife to discuss trade, energy and Arctic security

globalnews.ca / Trade, Arctic security top of list as Western premiers meet in Yellowknife

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Carney election win sparks debate amid policy and trade hurdles

Wednesday, May 21, 2025, 6:21 am more...

In the wake of a high-stakes election, Carney’s victory has left observers scratching their heads as he embarks on an extended vacation while pressing issues like an ongoing trade war and economic challenges loom large. Critics wonder if his break is strategic self-care or just an elegant dodge.

nationalpost.com / John Robson: Tell me again which North American leader is acting like a dictator?

calgaryherald.com / G7 countries discuss tariffs on low-value chinese products

torontosun.com / LILLEY: Mark Carney’s Liberals abandon Israel, cozy up to Hamas

nationalobserver.com / Canadians have more trust in Carney than Trudeau: poll

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BC Hydro Confronts Rising Demand Amid Drought and Trade War

Tuesday, May 20, 2025, 9:21 am more...

British Columbia’s power utility is facing an electrifying challenge as surging demand, persistent drought and a trade war with the U.S. force it to rethink its stability. Dual reports underline this transformative period, proving that staying powered isn’t as simple as flipping a switch.

nationalobserver.com / BC Hydro's challenge: Powering province through increased demand, drought and trade war

theglobeandmail.com / BC Hydro’s challenge: Powering province through surging demand, drought and trade war

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Canadian Campers Pitch Tents Despite U.S. Trade War Buzz

Friday, May 16, 2025, 5:20 am more...

Across Canada, outdoor enthusiasts are embracing a summer of camping, undeterred by whispers of a U.S. trade war. As national parks fill, adventurers simultaneously shrug off international tensions while relishing a rustic, independent getaway with a wink of irreverence.

globalnews.ca / Many Canadian campers choosing to camp north of the border this year amid U.S. trade war

edmontonjournal.com / Canadian campers going ’elbows up’ this summer amid U.S. trade war

nationalobserver.com / Canadian campers go 'elbows up' this summer amid US trade war

theglobeandmail.com / Canadian campers going ‘elbows up’ this summer amid U.S. trade war

citynews.ca / Canadian campers going ‘elbows up’ this summer amid U.S. trade war

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Hudson’s Bay brand sale lands $30M deal with Canadian Tire

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 6:21 pm more...

In a nostalgic yet bold move, Hudson’s Bay has sold its iconic name and brands to Canadian Tire for $30 million. The deal marks the end of an era for the historic retailer and kick-starts a new chapter under a very different corporate banner.

theglobeandmail.com / Canadian Tire to buy Hudson’s Bay name, stripes, brands for $30-million

financialpost.com / Canadian Tire buying Hudson's Bay stripes and brand name for $30M: 'Meant to stay Canadian'

ledevoir.com / La Baie d’Hudson vend son nom et ses marques à Canadian Tire

cp24.com/ / Hudson’s Bay to sell name, stripes, brands to Canadian Tire for $30 million - CP24

citynews.ca / Hudson’s Bay to sell name, stripes, brands to Canadian Tire for $30 million

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Canada relaxes U.S. tariffs with targeted exemptions in place

Thursday, May 15, 2025, 9:22 am more...

Canadian authorities have scaled back retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods, leaving only select items such as juices, alcohol, clothing, and cosmetics subject to duties. This calculated easing signals a strategic pivot in trade policy as officials balance economic interests amid ongoing cross-border tensions.

torontosun.com / Canada’s retaliatory tariffs on U.S. drop to ‘nearly zero’ with exemptions

nationalpost.com / Canada’s new tariffs on U.S. drop to ‘nearly zero’ with exemptions: Oxford Economics

permalink / 2 stories from sources in 8 days ago #trade #usrelations #tariffs #canada +