Rob GilliesAug 26, 2026 – 10.03amToronto | Canada struck back at the United States on Tuesday (Wednesday AEST) with retaliatory tariffs on about $US20 billion ($28 billion) worth of American goods, including steel, dairy products, appliances and farm equipment, as the trade war between the once-friendly neighbours escalated sharply.The confrontation threatened one of the world’s largest trading relationships and further strained ties between the United States and a country long considered one of its closest allies. A prolonged dispute could raise costs for American businesses and consumers just over two months before the midterm elections.APSubscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles
Canada hits back at US with retaliatory tariffs as trade war escalates
The new tariffs hit everyday purchases such as seafood, cheese, clothing, cosmetics and toilet paper, with some facing duties as high as 50 per cent.
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