Why is that important?
President Trump's decisions may have serious consequences for the Canadian economy and trade relations with the US. Canadian trade unions and employers' organisations emphasise the request to defend national interests and jobs in Canada. According to Unifor, Canada's largest trade union in Canada, has to “give distant the hit hard and fast”.
What did Lana Payne say?
President Unifor ( Canada's largest private sector trade union), Lana Payne, said: “I think Trump misjudged Canadians. He was incapable to realize that he had angered and united the full nation, which is ready to fight and defend all workplace in that country." Payne besides pointed out that Canada must build a strong and diverse economy to become independent of external influence.
What are the consequences for business?
The Canadian Chamber of Commerce warns that tariffs can drastically increase the cost of surviving and affect supply chains. The president of the House, Candace Laing, underlines the request to diversify trade contacts and remove barriers to interior trade. On the another hand, the Canadian Federation of Independent Business points out that duties will hit tiny companies, which represent an crucial part of trade between Canada and the US.
What did Doug Ford say?
Ontario Prime Minister Doug Ford criticized Trump’s decisions, saying: “Trump thinks he can make Canada bend. He thinks he can buy Canada. He doesn't know what we know. Canadian spirit can never be broken.” Ford described the U.S. President's actions as a "intelligent decision".
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