America isn’t afraid of anyones threats.
Ontario’s Premier Doug Ford recently issued a bold warning to the United States, signaling that Canada would not hesitate to retaliate against President Trump’s new 25% tariffs on imports. Ford made it clear that if the U.S. intended to escalate tensions with Canada, he was prepared to hit back hard, including cutting off energy supplies to the U.S. “If they want to try to annihilate Ontario, I will do everything — including cutting off their energy with a smile on my face,” Ford declared. His remarks reflect a no-nonsense approach to protecting Ontario’s interests in the face of growing trade hostilities.
Ontario plays a significant role in providing energy to the United States, with the province supplying electricity to millions of American homes. In 2023 alone, Ontario powered 1.5 million homes in the U.S. and is a key supplier of electricity to states such as New York, Michigan, and Minnesota. Ford’s threat to cut off this vital energy supply underscores how important this issue is for both Canada and the U.S., with the potential for significant economic consequences if tensions continue to rise.
The tariffs, which went into effect at midnight, are a response to the U.S. imposing tariffs on Canadian products. Ford has promised to match these U.S. tariffs dollar for dollar, emphasizing that his province would stand strong in the trade war. He made it clear that while the federal government is leading this charge, Ontario would be fully involved in the fight, no matter who is in power in Ottawa.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau also responded by announcing retaliatory tariffs on a range of U.S. goods, worth over $20 billion. He accused President Trump of instigating a trade war, vowing that Canada would not back down. This escalating trade dispute highlights the growing tensions between the U.S. and its northern neighbor, as both sides dig in for a battle that could have far-reaching economic consequences.
