US-Canada trade war impact on jobs
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US and Canadian governments
USA / Canada
August 2026
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New 50% tariffs imposed by the US could put nearly 90,000 Canadian jobs at risk. Canada is retaliating, leading to economic impacts on both sides of the border.
- Earlier version 18/27/2026, 10:00:50 PM
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