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CBC
11 hours ago
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- CBC
Ford set to speak Tuesday after meeting with U.S. ambassador to Canada
Ontario Premier Doug Ford is set to speak to media on Tuesday after meeting with Pete Hoekstra, U.S. ambassador to Canada. The premier is expected to speak at 10:30 a.m. at Queen's Park. This meeting comes after the Ford government signed memorandums of understanding (MOUs) with Saskatchewan, Alberta and Prince Edward Island on Sunday, aimed at taking steps to reduce interprovincial trade barriers. Ford called the agreements part of the province's ongoing mission to protect Ontario and Canada in the face of economic uncertainty caused by U.S. tariffs. Ontario signed an MOU with Manitoba in May and with Nova Scotia and New Brunswick in April. Last week, the U.S. Court of International Trade struck down some of President Donald Trump's tariffs, only for them to be allowed again under an emergency powers law. The court struck down Trump's 10 per cent tariff on most countries and his 25 per cent tariffs on numerous Canadian and Mexican goods, leaving tariffs on steel and aluminum in place. But later on Thursday, the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit allowed Trump to continue collecting tariffs under an emergency powers law for now.
CTV News
a day ago
- Business
- CTV News
Manitoba Opposition Tories agree to speed passage of free trade bill before break
The exterior of the Manitoba Legislature is seen in Winnipeg, Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/John Woods WINNIPEG — Manitoba politicians are speeding passage of a bill to reduce interprovincial trade barriers before the legislature summer break begins. The bill, based on a deal with Ontario, would remove trade barriers for some goods and services between Manitoba and other jurisdictions with similar laws. The NDP government wanted it passed quickly, without public hearings, as part of a national response to tariffs imposed by the United States. The Opposition Progressive Conservatives initially rejected demands to quickly approve the bill and unsuccessfully proposed amendments to broaden it. But they have now agreed to have the bill passed into law before the summer break begins tonight. More than 30 other bills are expected to be passed into law this evening, including one to enact income tax changes announced in the spring budget. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 2, 2025 Steve Lambert, The Canadian Press
CTV News
a day ago
- Business
- CTV News
P.E.I. and Ontario partner to reduce trade barriers
Ontario Premier Doug Ford and P.E.I. Premier Rob Lantz to sign a Memorandum of Understanding that strengthens both provinces' commitment to eliminating barriers to interprovincial trade. (Source: Government of P.E.I.) Prince Edward Island Premier Rob Lantz and Ontario Premier Doug Ford will sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to reduce internal trade barriers. The agreement was signed at the First Ministers Meeting in Saskatoon and builds P.E.I.'s Interprovincial Trade and Mobility Act and Ontario's Protect Ontario Through Free Trade Within Canada. The MOU will reduce red tape, recognize equivalent standards, improve mobility for workers and create opportunities for economic growth in both provinces, a news release from the government of P.E.I. said. 'Prince Edward Island may be Canada's smallest province, but we are punching well above our weight,' Lantz said. 'With our reciprocal Interprovincial Trade and Mobility Act, we're not just keeping pace – we are setting the standard and securing our future. Together, we're proving that when provinces work together, the whole country moves forward.' Ford said the MOU comes at a critical time to improve interprovincial trade. 'With President Trump threatening our economy, there's never been a more important time to boost internal trade and cooperation between provinces,' said Ford. 'By signing these agreements and working together, we're helping Canada unlock up to $200 billion in economic potential and standing shoulder to shoulder to protect the future of Canadian workers across the country, not just in Ontario.' The agreement signals a commitment to continue building the relationship between the two provinces and enhance collaboration across the country, the news release said. The annual value of trade in goods and services between Ontario and P.E.I. is over $1.5 billion. For more P.E.I. news, visit our dedicated provincial page.
CBC
a day ago
- Business
- CBC
Ontario signs deals with Saskatchewan, P.E.I. and Alberta to reduce trade barriers
Ontario Premier Doug Ford signed deals with three more provinces to reduce interprovincial trade barriers. As CBC's Naama Weingarten explains, this is part of Ontario's ongoing efforts to offset the impact of U.S. tariffs on the Canadian economy.
CTV News
2 days ago
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- CTV News
Carney, premiers gather in Saskatoon for first ministers meeting
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Canada's premiers will discuss the future of interprovincial trade and how best to counter U.S. tariffs at today's first ministers' meeting in Saskatoon. The gathering is usually held in Ottawa. However, the change in venue was made in early May, after Premier Scott Moe invited the prime minister to Saskatchewan with the intention of improving relations between the two governments. National infrastructure projects, the effects of the ongoing U.S. trade war, and Carney's promise to eliminate interprovincial trade barriers by Canada Day are all on the agenda. Premier Moe has said he hopes the federal government will support a 'port-to-port' energy corridor to connect provincial resources to Asian and European markets. The concept was discussed at a meeting of western premiers and territorial leaders in Yellowknife in May. Moe says this proposed 'generational project' will secure Canada's economic future and transform the country into an energy superpower. Monday's meeting marks Mark Carney's first visit to Saskatoon following the April 28 federal election – which saw the Liberals increase their seat count and retain a minority government. The gathering also marks the first time a prime minister along with the premiers have met in Saskatchewan since 1985. Wildfire emergency However, the meeting of national and sub-national leaders comes at a time when Saskatchewan is battling a worsening wildfire season which has devastated parts of the province's north. Premier Moe declared a provincial state of emergency on May 29, which is set to last for 30 days. As of Sunday afternoon, there were 15 active wildfires burning in the province with only four of them contained. The Shoe Fire remains the largest, currently estimated to cover more than 305,000 hectares. According to the Saskatchewan Public Safety Agency (SPSA), 20 communities are currently under evacuation orders and over 80 structures have been destroyed. 'We have had 214 wildfires, which is well above the five-year average of 129,' Steve Roberts, vice president of operations with SPSA, said in press conference Sunday afternoon. According to Roberts, high daytime temperatures, warm evenings, and strong winds are expected to persist - making firefighting efforts more challenging and increasing the risk of fire spread. 'We have had little or no precipitation in weeks in the areas that the fires are burning,' Roberts added. So far, about 8,000 people have been evacuated, with the most recent additions being the communities of Timber Bay and Malanosa due to the Ditch Fire. Roberts says the province has mobilized firefighting resources from across Canada and even the United States, with crews arriving from Quebec, British Columbia, Alaska, Oregon, and Arizona. While the number of those displaced due to wildfires have been increasing, Roberts noted that some communities, such as Canoe Lake, have already begun to see residents return as fire conditions stabilize.
