Zach Rudge Zach Rudge

Trump tariffs: Canada mostly avoids U.S. ‘reciprocal’ tariffs…for now

We describe the key details of the executive order, explain how it does and does not affect Canadian goods and discuss what to expect next.

Trump tariffs: executive order imposing ‘automobile’ tariffs slams North American automotive integration into reverse

We discuss the scope of the automotive tariff, how it builds upon measures from President Trump’s first term and what it could mean for the CUSMA.

Trump tariffs: President Trump proposes new measures on trading partners to address ‘non-reciprocal’ trade

We explain the memo, the practical challenges the new plan is likely to face, how Canada could be affected and its implications for the international...

Trump tariffs: second strike hits steel and aluminum

We discuss the scope of the reimposed tariffs, what businesses need to know and what it could mean for the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement.

Trump tariffs: the U.S. first strike and Canada’s retaliation

We explain how, when and to which goods the U.S. tariffs apply, as well as how Canada is retaliating and which goods are affected.

Competition Bureau releases draft environmental claims guidelines for public consultation

We examine the key observations from the draft guidelines and what businesses need to consider when making environmental claims.

The burden of protectionism: outlook for Canadian trade

The growing global trend towards protectionist trade policies is creating future trade uncertainty for businesses.

New Digital Services Tax Act raises trade retaliation risk for Canadian exporters

Canada’s Digital Services Tax Act imposes a 3% tax on digital services revenue, but could prompt retaliatory tariffs by the United States.

Important changes to the Competition Act, including the abuse of dominance provisions, now in effect

On December 15, 2023, Bill C-56 received royal assent. The bill substantially expands Canada’s monopolization law as set out in the abuse of...