REGINA, Sask. – Premier Scott Moe is reacting to the latest executive order from U.S. President Donald Trump banning certain Canadian goods from the country.
The response from the U.S. on Canadian alcohol, dairy products and motorcycles came soon after Canada’s counter-tariffs took effect on Sept. 8. In a statement Wednesday afternoon Moe had this to say about the latest turn of events:
“The latest round of US tariffs will have relatively little net impact on Saskatchewan. While some Saskatchewan exports like wooden furniture and honey have had tariffs increased, other Saskatchewan exports like salt and electrical panels have actually seen the tariffs removed. About 94% of Saskatchewan exports to the US remain tariff free.
“However, some Saskatchewan businesses and workers have been disproportionately affected, facing market disruptions, higher costs and lost opportunities through no fault of their own. We will continue working alongside those businesses as we advocate for Saskatchewan's interests.
“Our goal should be 100% tariff-free exports as tariffs hurt businesses, workers and families on both sides of the border.
“Our government will continue working to keep our economy strong and steady by expanding our export markets to other countries and working to restore free and fair trade with our largest trading partner, the U.S.”
Premier Moe is currently on a trade mission to the United Kingdom where this week he is attending the World Nuclear Symposium.
