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Canada says too little, too late as Trump flip-flops on tariffs

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A Toronto pub has removed all American products from its menu after the US imposed tariffs on Canada this week .

This defiant stance in response to President Donald Trump 's tariffs and threats against Canada has been unfolding across the northern country.

Trump has since lifted some of the tariffs imposed this week and put others on pause until 2 April .

The Canadian government has announced it will bring in relief measures to help impacted individuals and businesses.

Prof Gillezeau says many Canadians are upset with how the US has been treating Canada .

The US and Canada have fought wars together, have boasted about having the longest "undefended" shared border in the world.

Canada has spent $ 20.5bn (15.89bn) into the American tourism economy in 2024 .

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