Trump imposes fifty percent tariffs on Canadian goods worth twenty-eight billion dollars

On August 19, 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump signed an order to put 50 percent tariffs on about $28 billion of Canadian goods. The tariffs were planned to start just after midnight on August 21. Trump said the move was a response to Canadian restrictions on American alcohol, cars, and dairy products. The tariffs cover many Canadian exports, including cement and hockey sticks. An earlier deadline was moved back to give both sides more time to write a formal agreement. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney described the talks as "very intense and delicate" and said Canada had backup plans ready. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce asked both governments to keep talking and avoid new tariffs. Canadian trade officials met with U.S. representatives in Washington to continue negotiations.