U.S. Ambassador tells Canada to accept tariffs as trade deal review looms

U.S. Ambassador to Canada Pete Hoekstra stated that tariffs imposed by the United States are permanent and that Canada must accept them, according to CBC News' Power & Politics program. The statement comes as the two countries prepare for a major review of their key trade agreement. The remarks underscore escalating U.S.-Canada trade tensions and signal potential friction in negotiations over the trade deal's future terms. The tariff stance affects cross-border commerce worth billions annually and directly impacts U.S. consumers through higher prices on Canadian imports.