OTTAWA ( Rajeev Sharma): The Government of Canada has released the full list of U.S.-origin products that will face new Canadian tariffs beginning September 8, 2026, escalating the ongoing trade dispute between Canada and the United States.
The new tariffs target a wide range of consumer goods, with some products facing duties of as much as 50%. The measures apply specifically to U.S.-origin goods, rather than simply products manufactured or sold by American companies.
MAIN PRODUCTS FACING TARIFFS
- Clothing, including T-shirts, sweaters, pants and coats, up to 50%
- Televisions and monitors, up to 50%
- Video game consoles, 50%
- Furniture and chairs, up to 50%
- Washing machines and dryers, 25%
- Dishwashers, 25%
- Stoves, ovens and cooktops, 25%
- Lawn mowers and chainsaws, 25%
- Screws, bolts, nails and other hardware, up to 50%
- Fish and seafood, 25%
The tariffs are expected to put additional pressure on importers, retailers and manufacturers that rely on U.S.-origin products. While tariffs are paid by importers, some businesses could pass part or all of the increased costs on to consumers through higher prices.
Prime Minister Mark Carney has defended Canada’s response, saying Ottawa must stand up for Canadian workers, businesses and the country’s economic interests. Carney has emphasized that Canada’s approach is intended to protect Canadian industries while keeping the door open for negotiations with the United States.
The Prime Minister has also stressed that Canada remains committed to negotiating a stronger and more stable trade relationship with its largest trading partner, but Ottawa will respond when Canadian businesses and workers are affected by U.S. trade measures.
The new tariffs mark another major escalation in the Canada-U.S. trade dispute. Businesses and consumers will now be watching closely to see whether negotiations can prevent further tariff increases and whether the additional costs will ultimately reach Canadian store shelves.
