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Quebec-Made Vehicles Facing the Impact of U.S. Tariffs
Production cuts and layoffs are spreading as Quebec firms absorb tariffs tied to about $7 billion in exports, Premier Fréchette warned.
- On Sept 8, new United States tariffs impacted approximately $7 billion in Quebec exports, forcing manufacturers to cut production across the province.
- President Donald Trump imposed a 50 percent tariff on roughly $28 billion in Canadian exports on August 22, prompting Canada to retaliate with tariffs of between 15 and 50 percent on roughly $28 billion in United States imports.
- BRP Inc. confirmed its Valcourt, Que.-made Can-Am Spyder and Canyon vehicles face United States market exclusion starting Sept 29, while 400 unionized workers will soon be temporarily laid off at Rayonier Advanced Materials.
- Ottawa announced a $7.5 billion support package for businesses affected by trade volatility, yet co-owner Anne-Marie Laflamme notes the funding is 'mostly for businesses making over $2 million,' excluding many small enterprises.
- Despite the uncertainty, 79 percent of Quebecers support Premier Carney's decision to walk away from United States trade talks, viewing the tariffs as extortionist amid spreading anxiety across the province.
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U.S. President Trump’s latest trade move hits Quebec-made vehicles
MONTREAL - A Quebec-based recreational vehicle manufacturer is among the Canadian companies facing the impact of the latest U.S. trade measures as the Canada-U.S. trade war escalates.
·Toronto, Canada
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Total News Sources9
Leaning Left7Leaning Right0Center2Last UpdatedBias Distribution78% Left
Bias Distribution
- 78% of the sources lean Left
78% Left
L 78%
C 22%
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