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Canada Prepares For Possible Retaliation Amid Tariff Threats

The inauguration of U.S. President Donald Trump is seen through reflections as it plays live on screens in the lobby of a building in Halifax, Nova Scotia, on Monday, Jan. 20, 2025. (Darren Calabrese/

Canadian officials have stated that Canada is prepared to retaliate following President Donald Trump's announcement of a potential 25% tariff on Canada and Mexico effective February 1st. Trump has been vocal about imposing tariffs on various trading partners, with Canada and Mexico being key targets.

The timeline for these tariffs remains uncertain, as Trump has requested a report on the matter to be submitted by April 1st. Despite Trump's assertion that foreign countries would bear the brunt of these tariffs, it is domestic importers and consumers who would ultimately pay the price.

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