Ontario Premier Criticizes New EV Deal with China

Ontario Premier Doug Ford criticized Canada’s new electric vehicle deal with China, arguing it undermines domestic workers and the auto industry. He stated that the federal government is allowing a surge of low-cost Chinese EVs without ensuring investments in Canada, potentially harming Canadian automakers’ access to the U.S. market. Ford urged Prime Minister Mark Carney to prioritize Ontario’s auto sector and consult with stakeholders before making such agreements. The deal allows 49,000 Chinese vehicles into Canada at a reduced tariff, while Canada secures lower tariffs on certain agricultural products from China.

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