Canada's Premiers Play Catch Up in Trump Trade Showdown The annual summer meeting of Canada's premiers was thrown into high gear on Monday when Washington announced its intention to impose 50 percent tariffs on billions of dollars' worth of Canadian imports.
The move is the latest salvo in an escalating trade war with the United States, leaving many Canadians wondering whether a solution can be found before it's too late.
At first glance, the premiers appear united in their response to the new tariffs, rallying behind Prime Minister Mark Carney and pledging their support for his efforts to negotiate a deal with US President Donald Trump.