Canada faces a trade war with the United States after imposing significant tariffs. Prime Minister Mark Carney stated Canada was attacked and retaliated accordingly. This conflict highlights Canada's deep economic dependence on its southern neighbor. Diversification efforts are underway, but trusted partners remain limited. Canada must expand its strategic trust beyond familiar cultural spheres.

Both economies would lose heavily from a prolonged trade war

Canadian PM Mark Carney calls US tariffs an 'attack in a war' as 50% levies hit $20B in Canadian exports and Ottawa plans dollar-for-dollar