Trade tensions between Saskatchewan and the U.S. remain high, even as President Donald Trump temporarily rolls back some tariffs. Premier Scott Moe is keeping Saskatchewan’s retaliatory measures in place, citing uncertainty over which Canadian exports remain affected. The province has halted purchases of U.S. alcohol, prioritized Canadian suppliers for government contracts, and paused some capital projects. While Canada has countered with billions in tariffs of its own, the next flashpoint looms—April 2, when the U.S. could reinstate broader tariffs, triggering even harsher retaliatory measures.
That’s the recap on the news from the Reginal Leader-Post. And if you’re reading between the lines — what we’re beginning to see is that the ripple-out impacts on attitudes and the adjustments being made in Canada are more permanent than the on and off again tariffs and tariff threats President Trump is wielding.
