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Trump's latest tariffs put premiers at centre of trade talks
Some of the retaliatory measures Washington wants addressed seem to be outside Ottawa's direct control. While the federal government is responsible for negotiating international trade agreements, liquor distribution falls under provincial jurisdiction, leaving Ottawa unable to simply order provinces to reverse their policies.
Published Jul 21, 2026 at 7:48pm

Carney Premiers 20260129 Prime Minister Mark Carney speaks at the First Ministers' Meeting closing news conference on Parliament Hill in Ottawa, on Thursday, Jan. 29, 2026. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang