The Bombardier US sales threat returns as Trump demands US-built jets, Canada’s $20bn counter-tariffs take effect, and NetJets orders hang in the balance.
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Trump threatened to block Bombardier US sales unless it builds planes stateside. The company detailed its 20-state footprint as Canada’s counter-tariffs took effect.
The Canadian business week ahead brings counter-tariffs on nearly $28B of U.S. goods, Scotiabank’s summit, Transat and Empire results, and a Unifor deadline.
Canada extends fuel excise tax relief on gasoline, diesel and aviation fuel to Jan. 31, 2027, then phases in 50 per cent of the rate before full rates return.
The Trump Canadian alcohol import ban takes effect Sept. 29, blocking booze and motorcycles while 50% tariffs hit dairy, wood, aluminum and furniture.
Examine the trade-law implications of President Trump’s Canadian import ban, analyzing Section 338 limits, GATT Articles XI and XIII, and USMCA rules.
Canada counter-tariffs on C$27.6-billion of U.S. imports take effect September 8, 2026, covering 600+ product classes at rates of 50%, 25% and 15%.