Trump threatened to escalate tariffs beyond 35% if Canada opts to retaliate with tariffs on U.S. goods. Canadian goods are also subject to sector-specific tariffs, such as 50% levies on steel and aluminum as well as 25% tariffs on non-USMCA compliant autos and auto parts.

President Trump plans new tariffs on Canada, the EU, Mexico and Brazil, raising trade tensions with unpredictable import taxes and tough demands on partners.

President Trump has taken an unconventional approach to trade negotiations by sending form letters to foreign leaders