Trump brushes aside Trudeau trade penalty threats over softwood lumber
The Trump administration says Canada’s trade threats will not influence the course of action the U.S. takes in the lumber dispute. Continue reading
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Canada threatens trade penalties if U.S. adds softwood lumber tariffs
The Canadian government is threatening multiple trade actions against the United States in retaliation for duties on softwood lumber. Continue reading
Softwood lumber tariff could hike U.S. single-family home prices by $1,236: study
By Jesse Ferreras Online Journalist
As many as half a million people could be priced out of a mortgage by the tariff, says one analysis. Continue reading
New Brunswick will ‘fight back with facts’ against U.S. softwood lumber tariff: premier
New Brunswick Premier Brian Gallant says the province plans to “fight back with facts,” alongside its counterparts across the country, against the proposed tariff on softwood lumber going into the U.S. from Canada. Continue reading
Loonie hits lowest value in 4 months as U.S. slaps new duties on Canadian lumber
It now costs C$1.35 to buy a single U.S. dollar. That’s the worst it’s been since December. Continue reading
Donald Trump announces 20 per cent tariff on Canadian softwood lumber
President Donald Trump told reporters to expect a 20 per cent tariff on softwood lumber going into the U.S. from Canada. Continue reading