Ontario Premier Doug Ford expresses concern over Donald Trump's proposed 25% tariff tax on goods from Canada and Mexico, which could have a devastating effect on Ontario’s economy. Ford calls for an urgent meeting with other Canadian premiers to address the issue.
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is warning that Donald Trump ’s planned 25% tariff tax on goods from Canada and Mexico could have a 'devastating' impact on Ontario ’s economy. Ford made this statement on X, after Trump announced he would implement the tax on his first day in office, aiming to address drug and migrant issues at the borders. The Canadian Chamber of Commerce suggests that even a 10% tax could result in $30 billion annual costs for Canada 's economy.
Ford has also written a letter to Prime Minister Trudeau to request an urgent meeting with the other premiers about the matter. Trade between Ontario and the U.S. is valued at over $450 billion annually
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