Canada has warned of retaliatory tariffs against the United States as trade tensions escalate. Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Canada will impose tariffs on US steel, electronics, and other products starting September 8, 2026, in response to President Donald Trump’s decision to increase auto tariffs to 50%. The move comes after Canada walked away from trade negotiations, citing demands from the US that were too steep. Carney emphasized that the retaliatory tariffs aim to protect Canadian workers, farmers, and businesses. The escalating trade war has seen Trump threaten higher tariffs on Canadian imports, prompting Canada’s economic retaliation. The conflict highlights growing friction between the two nations over trade policies and economic influence.