Trump says "time to teach Canada you can’t do this anymore" as trade war escalates

The U.S.-Canada trade war has escalated after negotiations broke down. President Donald Trump, speaking Wednesday to commentator Glenn Beck, said the United States should deal firmly with Canada and maintained that America can procure what it needs elsewhere. His comments followed new 50% U.S. tariffs on US$20 billion in Canadian imports and Canada’s matching tariffs on U.S. goods. Provinces have taken different positions: Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe announced a 50% levy on American alcohol starting Sept. 8, while Alberta Premier Danielle Smith urged de-escalation and opposed energy export taxes. Consumers have shown a fresh wave of support for domestic products, with stores highlighting Canadian-made goods, and Prime Minister Mark Carney is set to address the European Parliament in September as Ottawa looks to diversify its international alliances.