The U.S. administration’s decision to impose 25% tariffs on Canadian goods and 10% on energy is deeply troubling and will have immediate, harmful effects on businesses and consumers in both countries. These tariffs will increase the cost of essential products, affecting Canadian families, communities, and industries.

For decades, Canada has been a trusted and reliable trade partner to the U.S., with deeply integrated supply chains across key sectors. Canadian resources and products—such as crude oil, potash, and critical minerals—are crucial to the U.S. economy, supporting industries that manufacture everyday essentials, including food, health, and household goods. This integration exists because it delivers economic benefits to both nations, not just because of geographic proximity or diplomatic ties.

Disrupting this relationship with tariffs undermines the affordability and availability of products consumers rely on. Strengthening trade partnerships, not dismantling them, is the logical solution to lowering costs and ensuring market stability—something both Canadian and American businesses understand.

Canada’s priority now must be to protect and stabilize our economy. FHCP urges policymakers to take immediate steps to support affected industries by removing internal trade barriers, fostering trade diversification, and strengthening supply chains to withstand future disruptions. With a united approach, Canada can build a resilient, competitive economy that thrives regardless of external pressures.

FHCP will continue to advocate for Canadian businesses and engage with both domestic and U.S. stakeholders to highlight the mutual benefits of fair and stable trade relations.