- US threatens tariffs on Canadian exports while Mark Carney negotiates CUSMA renewal.
- Mark Carney seeks to lift tariffs on Canadian sectors as the government pushes for a breakthrough in CUSMA trade negotiations with Donald Trump.
- Trump's tariff threats against Canada are being countered by specific political opposition from regional leaders like Holt in New Brunswick, while Carney and LeBlanc negotiate.
- Trade war escalations prompted new procurement usage restrictions announced by the Premier of New Brunswick.
New Brunswick Premier Considers Ban on American Citizens for Hunting Licenses
What happened
Pressure is mounting on Susan Holt, the Premier of New Brunswick, regarding a proposal to retaliate against American tariffs by preventing U.S. citizens from obtaining provincial hunting and fishing licenses. This potential ban would target foreign clients in the province. Clay Harrison, head of the United Guides and Outfitters of New Brunswick, stated that any move to block foreigners from hunting and fishing would be devastating for local outfitters.
Why it matters
The proposal is intended as a retaliatory measure against existing U.S. tariff policies. The industry relies heavily on international clientele, with about 85 percent of the outfitters' clients reportedly being from the United States.
Trade war escalations prompted new procurement usage restrictions announced by the Premier of New Brunswick.
Who's involved
- Susan HoltPremier of New Brunswick, facing pressure over retaliatory policy proposals.
- New BrunswickProvince of Canada where the potential license ban would be implemented.
- Donald TrumpAmerican businessman and politician whose tariff policies are the subject of the retaliatory consideration.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- New BrunswickSpeculative
The provincial tourism and outfitter businesses could face severe revenue losses if the license ban were implemented.