Trudeau says Canada will respond to US tariffs as Ontario's premier says Trump 'declared war'

Canada’s outgoing prime minister, Justin Trudeau, and Alberta’s premier, Danielle Smith, are confident in Canada’s ability to avoid the 25% tariffs threatened by President Donald Trump on Feb. 1, citing Canada’s energy resources and critical minerals. However, Ontario’s premier, Doug Ford, anticipates a trade war and vows to defend the economy. Trump’s order focuses on the free trade agreement with Mexico and Canada, with potential tariffs by April 1, prompting responses from Canadian leaders and Mexico’s President Claudia Sheinbaum to seek exemptions and maintain trade relations.

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