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Steel safeguards…without the safeguards?

We discuss WTO safeguard measures, the recent history of tariffs on steel imports and why Canada will need to proceed cautiously.

The impact of U.S. tariffs on the Canadian construction industry

Osler’s International Trade and Construction and Infrastructure groups explored the implications of the recently announced U.S. tariffs on...

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.

Trump tariffs: one day, not day one

Businesses may want to consider tariff mitigation strategies in the wake of threats by U.S. President Trump.

Updated guidance and lessons learned after second year under Canada’s Supply Chains Act

Businesses should expect the status quo in 2025 for reporting requirements under Canada’s Supply Chains Act.

The burden of protectionism: outlook for Canadian trade

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

Past performance suggests future results: what a second Trump presidency means for Canadian trade

Canada’s uniquely close economic ties with the U.S. make it particularly vulnerable during the second Trump presidency.

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.