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Canada US trade

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Canada, US remain far apart on tariff concessions with Aug. 19 deadline looming

Aug 14, 2026

The CBC Power & Politics segment examined the status of Canada-US trade negotiations with five days until President Trump's 50% Section 338 tariffs on select Canadian goods (motor vehicles, alcohol, dairy and related products) take effect on August 19. Reporter Kate McKenna, reporting from the Iowa State Fair, detailed Canadian willingness to concede on provincial alcohol bans, procurement preferences, retaliatory auto tariffs, and expanding US dairy access to match EU levels in exchange for reductions in existing Section 232 tariffs on steel, aluminum, lumber, and autos. US Trade Representative Jamieson Greer stated the US prioritizes American interests, is not in a trade war, and views retaliation (Canada as the only non-China retaliator) unfavorably. Former Conservative leader Aaron O'Toole, on a briefing call with Minister Dominic LeBlanc, described parties as 'quite a ways apart' but expressed optimism for a last-minute deal, warning of economic 'cliff' impacts.

▶ Source: CBC News

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Trump invokes Section 338 to impose 50% tariffs on select Canadian imports

Jul 21, 2026

The segment explains the legality of new Trump tariff threats on Canada. It covers the February 2026 Supreme Court decision striking down national-emergency tariffs under IEEPA and contrasts that with other available authorities. The report focuses on Section 338 of the 1930 Tariff Act as the basis for up to 50% duties when a country discriminates against U.S. commerce. It details Canadian retaliatory steps on U.S. alcohol, dairy protections and auto-sector measures that the administration cites as discriminatory. The piece notes these tariffs are untested in court and could face challenges if implemented.

▶ Source: CBC News