The Canadian government has adjusted its list of counter-tariffs by removing seafood and fish products and introducing copper wire and charcoal to maintain equal retaliatory measures against the U.S. Finance Canada announced the removal of seafood products from the list, citing industry feedback as the reason for the decision.
In response to recent tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump, Ottawa’s initial actions included doubling duties on American steel and aluminum products to 50%, along with imposing a 25% tariff on various seafood items. Additionally, the Ministry of Finance disclosed that copper wire, charcoal, plaster sheets, tiles, and printed photographs will be subjected to a 50% tariff when the countermeasures take effect on Sept. 8.
Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne emphasized that the government considered the best interests of Canada and responded to feedback from Canadians in adjusting the tariff list. When asked about the potential message to the White House, Champagne stated that the decision was made in Canada’s favor.