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U.S. Commerce Secretary tells Canada to pivot away from auto sector, Premier Ford says it was a 'massive threat'

Ontario Premier Doug Ford is warning that Canada faces a “massive threat” to its manufacturing base after Lutnick declarations.

Published Oct 8, 2025 at 6:24pm

Barbara Patrocinio
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Barbara Patrocinio
U.S. Commerce Secretary tells Canada to pivot away from auto sector, Premier Ford says it was a 'massive threat'

Ontario Premier Doug Ford attends an availability at Chapman's Ice Cream in Markdale, Ont., on Friday, September 19, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

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