Tag: Canada
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The Hidden War Beneath the Surface: How Charlotte Pipe, Canada, and North America Are Battling Chinese Transshipping In the vast machinery of global trade, where billions of dollars in goods flow across borders daily, some of the most consequential battles are invisible to the public eye. They don’t erupt in headlines or diplomatic summits, but…
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From Quiet Giant to Global Architect For decades, Canada has been known as a quiet giant rich in resources, politically stable, and environmentally conscious, yet often under-leveraged in global industrial strategy. That era is ending. In the face of geopolitical upheaval, climate urgency, and technological transformation, Canada is stepping into a new role: a global…
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Since taking office on March 14, 2025, Prime Minister Mark Carney has brought a distinctly technocratic style to Canadian leadership. With a background as Governor of the Bank of Canada and the Bank of England, Carney entered politics with no prior elected experience but his rapid ascent and decisive early actions have already reshaped Canada’s…
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The beauty industry often seen as resilient and trend-driven is now facing a less glamorous challenge: tariffs. As global trade tensions intensify, beauty brands are grappling with rising costs, disrupted supply chains, and shifting consumer behavior. From luxury skincare giants to indie makeup startups, the impact is widespread and growing. Here’s a comprehensive look at…
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For months, Canadians have quietly paid the price of a simmering trade dispute with their closest ally. What began as a tit-for-tat tariff war between Ottawa and Washington evolved into a slow bleed for small businesses, consumers, and entire industries across Canada. From the grocery aisle in Halifax to the factory floor in Windsor, the…
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As Air Canada flight attendants initiate a nationwide strike, the ripple effects are being felt far beyond passenger inconvenience. Beneath the cabin floor of every commercial aircraft lies a critical artery of global commerce: the bellyhold. This underutilized space has become a lifeline for industries that rely on fast, reliable air freight especially in a…
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Recent Developments On July 15, Canada’s federal cabinet convened to formulate its response after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a 35 percent tariff on Canadian imports, set to commence August 1. Prime Minister Mark Carney signaled that a “tariff-free” outcome was unlikely and acknowledged the prospect of enduring sector-specific levies. The new 35 percent rate…
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Canada–China Canola Tariff Crisis In August 2025, China imposed a sweeping 75.8% anti-dumping tariff on Canadian canola, effectively halting billions of dollars in agricultural exports and sending shockwaves through Canada’s farming communities. This move, widely interpreted as a retaliatory response to Canada’s earlier tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, marks a turning point in the bilateral…
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The Canadian Pickle Landscape Pickles have long been a staple in Canadian households, with brands like Bick’s dominating the shelves for decades. Though Bick’s began as a proudly Canadian company, it was acquired by U.S.-based TreeHouse Foods in 2014. Despite the change in ownership, the brand continued sourcing cucumbers from Ontario and lids from Canadian…
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Canada’s softwood lumber industry is more than an economic staple it’s a trade battleground. In 2024, the country shipped over 20 million cubic meters abroad, with the United States absorbing the vast majority. But as tariffs climb and geopolitical pressures mount, Canada is waking up to a harsh reality: overreliance on a single customer can…