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U.S. Tariffs Impact Quebec Economy

Quebec businesses and government officials are grappling with escalating trade tensions as threatened American tariffs threaten exports and domestic operations. The provincial premier is meeting with business leaders while navigating political pressure over potential trade agreement negotiations.

3D AGO

Quebec premier campaigns on stability as trade war with U.S. escalates

Fréchette frames U.S. tariff threats as her main campaign opponent, positioning CAQ as the steady hand.

4D AGO

Montreal clothing retailers split on Trump tariffs as 50% duty hits U.S. sales

A 50% tariff on Canadian clothing cuts deep for some Montreal businesses while boosting local production as customers turn homegrown.

6D AGO

Quebec businesses brace for 50% U.S. tariffs as Canada walks away from talks

About $7.7 billion in provincial exports face new tariffs. Roughly 18,000 Quebec jobs are expected to be lost, with small manufacturers...

9D AGO

Trump tariffs hit Quebec businesses as Fréchette calls emergency cabinet meeting

Quebec's premier says the U.S. trade collapse demands immediate action to support workers and companies facing new tariffs.

10D AGO

Quebec premier dodges position on Canada-U.S. trade deal as deadline looms

Christine Fréchette says she needs time to analyze the impact on Quebec's economy. The 50 percent tariff deadline expires Saturday at 12:01 a.m.

17D AGO

Quebec tariffs could hit $7 billion as Fréchette meets with business leaders

Up to nine per cent of provincial exports face potential impact from 50 per cent U.S. tariffs set for August 19, with some companies...

40D AGO

Premier Fréchette denounces U.S. tariffs as 'unjustified' and concerning for Quebec economy

The new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods take effect in 30 days and include hockey sticks, wine, and cement, escalating trade tensions with...