Canadian political leaders say “nothing is off the table” when it comes to responding to potential 25% tariffs from the US, days before they could come into force. But strains are showing in “Team Canada” when it comes to whether energy supply should be a tool in a possible tariff war with the US. President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to immediately impose levies on Canadian goods. …The prime minister also said there would “absolutely” be support for sectors affected should the tariffs materialise. …While there has been a push for a unified approach to the threat, cracks in the coalition were apparent on Wednesday. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith did not sign the joint statement released after the meeting. On social media, she said the oil-rich province will not agree to export tariffs on energy. …”I see energy as Canada’s queen in this game of chess,” said Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Andrew Furey.
In related coverage in CTV News: New Brunswick premier says Canada will ‘hit them where it hurts’ if Trump imposes tariffs