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Politics · United StatesUS withdraws trade positions on language and culture
Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc announced the United States has withdrawn its positions on discoverability and labelling, and confirmed that measures promoting French language and Canadian culture will not be subject to future trade actions.
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Business & Economy · United StatesTrump pauses $30bn Canada tariffs for three days as negotiators meet
U.S. President Donald Trump paused 50% tariffs on nearly $30 billion of Canadian goods for three days after announcing a breakthrough in trade talks. Canadian and U.S. negotiators met in Washington on 19 August 2026 to discuss concessions on autos, dairy, and liquor, but no formal agreement was released.
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Business & Economy · United StatesUS to impose 50% tariffs on Canadian cement and hockey sticks from 19 August
The US plans to impose 50% tariffs on Canadian goods including cement and hockey sticks on 19 August, citing provincial alcohol bans and dairy supply management. Canada’s trade minister met US officials as negotiations continue, with some provinces reversing alcohol restrictions but others holding out.
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Business & Economy · United StatesCanada’s LeBlanc stays in Washington as US tariff deadline looms
Canada-U.S. Trade Minister Dominic LeBlanc remains in Washington as a 50 percent tariff on Canadian goods approaches. Negotiators are exchanging offers, but Canada is unsatisfied with the latest U.S. proposal, which lowers some sectoral tariffs but not enough, sources say.
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Business & EconomyCanada’s trade minister in Washington for trade talks with U.S. officials
Canada’s trade minister, Dominic LeBlanc, is in Washington for a series of trade-related meetings, including discussions with industry groups and U.S. senators. The trip, confirmed by a government spokesperson, comes as stakeholders push for the renewal of the Canada-U.S.-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA).
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