“It’s not going to be good”: Ford says Trump’s tariffs could cost Ontario 500,000 jobs

Ontario Premier Doug Ford has raised significant concerns about the potential economic impact of U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs on Canadian goods. Ford estimates that these tariffs could lead to the loss of up to 500,000 jobs in Ontario. He described the situation as dire, emphasizing the need for immediate federal action to safeguard the province’s economy. To counter the threat, Ford has proposed measures such as strengthening Ontario’s energy exports to the U.S. and increasing border security to address issues highlighted by Trump, including fentanyl trafficking and illegal crossings​
Ford has also suggested that a collaborative energy strategy between Canada and the U.S. could mitigate the potential fallout, leveraging Ontario’s expertise in nuclear energy. However, he warned that achieving such cooperation would require significant federal involvement and strategic alignment