US tariff threats from Donald Trump lead to trade talks breakdown and Canadian businesses shifting sourcing in Calgary.

The entities involved

• Donald Trump →

  American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)

  • Abdul El-Sayed won the Michigan Senate primary and is now facing political challenges, including criticism from Donald Trump and discussions about potential support from Barack Obama.Sun 23:57
  • Trump, Hegseth, and Bessent discuss threats and escalation against Iranian targets in the Strait of Hormuz.Sun 23:56
• Alberta →

  province of Canada

  • David Eby and British Columbia oppose Danielle Smith's pipeline agreement, while Alberta plans a route to the West Coast.Sun 20:40
  • Debate centers on potential foreign influence regarding resource pitches made to the U.S. and the issue of foreign interference in the referendum process in Alberta.Sun 15:44
• Calgary →

  largest city in Alberta, Canada

  • Etihad Airways launched new nonstop routes from Abu Dhabi to destinations including Belgium, Luxembourg, and Calgary.Sun 23:22
  • An Afghan resident moved from Afghanistan to Calgary.Sun 18:11

Related events

• Trump imposes devastating tariffs on Canada.Jun 11
• Mark Carney seeks to lift tariffs on Canadian sectors as the government pushes for a breakthrough in CUSMA trade negotiations with Donald Trump.Jul 28
• Trump threatens 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, escalating the trade fight and impacting North American automotive supply chains.Aug 27
• Trump announced a trade war with Canada while Barack Obama spoke in support of Amy Acton, criticizing Trump's policies.Sun 03:10
• Trump imposed 50% tariffs on Canadian goods and Mark Carney criticized the tariff war actions.Jul 21