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"Zero tariffs, or nothing" — Premier Ford calls for tough stance against the U.S. in trade talks

“There’s no such thing as half pregnant,” Ford said. “We either have zero (tariffs) or we’re going to get on with the show here” he added, indicating retaliatory measures will continue until Trump drops all tariffs.

Published Mar 5, 2025 at 6:59pm

Barbara Patrocinio
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Barbara Patrocinio
"Zero tariffs, or nothing" — Premier Ford calls for tough stance against the U.S. in trade talks

Ontario Premier Doug Ford, left, arrives with Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston as they hold a press conference regarding the new tariffs that the United States place on Canada at Queen's Park in Toronto on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Nathan Denette

Ontario Premier Doug Ford made it clear that Canada won’t be accepting any half-measures when it comes to tariffs imposed by the United States.

“There’s no such thing as half pregnant,” Ford said. “We either have zero (tariffs) or we’re going to get on with the show here” he added, indicating retaliatory measures will continue until Trump drops all tariffs.

Talking to reporters this afternoon at Queen’s Park, Ford said that Canada is taking a firm and united approach with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.

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