September 8, 2026
Canada tariffs live: $27.6B duties on U.S. steel and aluminum imposed amid trade dispute
What we know
- Canada has imposed retaliatory tariffs totaling $27.6 billion on U.S. steel and aluminum products, doubling duties to 50%.
- The tariff increase escalates the ongoing trade dispute between Canada and the United States.
- U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to ban the sale of all Bombardier aircraft in the United States in response to the tariffs.
- Both countries have exchanged sharp rhetoric amid the tariff escalation.
Live updates
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Trump Threatens Bombardier Ban as Canada Imposes Retaliatory Tariffs
Canada has implemented retaliatory tariffs of up to 50 percent on nearly $20 billion worth of U.S. goods, escalating the ongoing trade dispute between the two countries. In response, U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened to ban the sale of all Bombardier aircraft in the United States, despite the Canadian company's extensive network of U.S. suppliers. This development marks a significant intensification in trade tensions between the neighboring nations.
Canada Imposes $27.6B Tariffs on U.S. Steel and Aluminum
Canada has implemented retaliatory tariffs valued at $27.6 billion, doubling duties on U.S. steel and aluminum products to 50%. This move escalates the ongoing trade dispute between Ottawa and Washington, with both sides exchanging sharp rhetoric.
What we’ll be tracking
Why it matters
The imposition of steep retaliatory tariffs by Canada and threats of banning Bombardier aircraft signal a sharp escalation in trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada.
Tariffs affecting billions in goods, including steel, aluminum, and aircraft, risk disrupting supply chains and increasing costs for businesses in both countries.
The dispute reflects heightened political friction, with both governments using aggressive trade measures as leverage in broader negotiations.