Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJosh BoakTuesday 21 July 2026 02:34 BSTTrump slaps 50% tariff on Canadian wine, hockey sticks and cement in 30 daysPresident Donald Trump has imposed steep 50 percent tariffs on a range of Canadian imports, including autos, alcohol and dairy products, set to go into effect in 30 days.The tariffs were enacted through three proclamations under Section 338 of the 1930 Trade Act, with Trump citing "continued discrimination" against American industries and Canada's retaliation to previous U.S. tariffs.This aggressive move threatens significant economic instability, potential inflation and a wider trade war, prompting calls from Canadian officials for reciprocal tariffs if the measures proceed.The tariffs carry serious political and economic risks for Trump ahead of the November elections, especially given past Supreme Court rulings against his tariff authority and concerns about inflation.The action further strains the relationship between the two nations, with Trump also requesting additional tariffs over Canadian wildfires affecting U.S. air quality and a frosty relationship with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.In fullTrump imposes 50% tariffs on Canadian goods in response to ‘continued discrimination’More bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in