“Trade Tensions Erupt Among Canadian Provinces”

Prior to the termination of trade talks by U.S. President Donald Trump with Canada on Thursday night, discord among premiers arose regarding the priority of tariff-affected industries. The clash involved Ontario’s auto sector, the prairies’ canola industry, and B.C.’s lumber sector, causing disunity within Team Canada. Despite recent actions fostering a more unified front, underlying tensions persist alongside the ongoing tariffs.

Each province faces unique challenges from tariffs, with premiers voicing concerns as Canada navigates new trade negotiations. Here’s an overview of the industries at risk in each province and the premiers’ stances:

WATCH | Carney addresses questions on tariffs, trade, and the future:

Carney takes questions on U.S. trade, says he hasn’t spoken to president

October 27, 2025|

Duration 12:10

Prime Minister Mark Carney, who says he hasn’t spoken to Donald Trump since the U.S. president cut off trade talks with Canada, took questions while at the ASEAN summit in Malaysia on Monday. Hear Carney’s answers on trade, Trump and whether Canada has a contingency plan.

British Columbia

Recently, B.C. Premier David Eby criticized the federal government for neglecting the lumber industry, urging similar urgency as seen in other sectors facing crises. The forestry sector in B.C. holds substantial importance, employing over 100,000 individuals and being a significant export to the U.S., closely following energy and raw minerals.

WATCH | B.C. to launch anti-tariff ads:

B.C. government will roll out anti-tariff ads in November

October 25, 2025|

Duration 1:57

B.C.’s premier says the province is making ads to “defend British Columbians” and Canada’s forestry industry against U.S. tariffs. As Johna Baylon reports, it comes as Ontario pulls its own ad off the air after it angered U.S. President Donald Trump and caused him to terminate trade negotiations with Canada.

Alberta

Alberta