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International tradeDEVELOPING

US orders import ban on Canadian goods — alcohol, dairy and motor vehicles starting 29 September (EDT/UTC-4)

US President Donald Trump signed executive orders banning imports of Canadian goods including alcohol, dairy and motor vehicles, effective 29 September (EDT/UTC-4). The White House framed the move as a response to Canadian retaliatory tariffs that recently took effect.

  • US to ban imports of Canadian goods including alcohol, dairy and motor vehicles starting 29 September (EDT/UTC-4).
  • White House said Canada is "discriminating" against US commerce, citing reciprocal tariffs as the rationale.
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BBC Business
Trade relationsDEVELOPING

Border towns Fort Frances and International Falls feel trade-war strain: businesses report falling Canadian customers

Tariffs and political remarks by Donald Trump have reduced cross-border traffic between Fort Frances, Ontario, and International Falls, Minnesota. Local shop and café owners report fewer Canadian customers and lost revenue, while mayors and a Minnesota state senator describe notable public anger and economic effects.

  • Tariffs and Trump’s remarks have reduced crossings between Fort Frances, Ontario, and International Falls, Minnesota.
  • Businesses report revenue losses; Senator Grant Hauschild heard of declines up to 30% from Canadian customers.
1 sources91% confidence
The Guardian Business