Trade

Tariffs Get The Blame But It’s Non-Tariff Barriers That Kill Free Trade

Tariffs Get The Blame But It’s Non-Tariff Barriers That Kill Free Trade

Tariffs get all the headlines, but Ian Madsen reveals it’s non-tariff barriers, quietly imposed rules, subsidies, and restrictions that truly stifle free trade. From telecom ownership limits to convoluted regulations, these hidden obstacles drive up prices, choke innovation, and shield domestic industries from global competition. Canada ranks among the worst offenders. If Ottawa is serious about free trade, it’s time to tackle the red tape, not just the tariffs.

It Took Trump To Get Canada Serious About Free Trade With Itself

It Took Trump To Get Canada Serious About Free Trade With Itself

Trump’s tariffs may have hurt trade, but they’ve lit a fire under Canada’s long-stalled internal free trade agenda, writes Lee Harding. Provinces are finally slashing barriers, harmonizing credentials, and opening markets across borders. Ontario leads the charge, and more are following. It’s a win for workers, consumers and business—and maybe, just maybe, for Canadian unity too.

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Trump’s Tariffs And Alberta’s Demands Could Strengthen Canada

Trump’s Tariffs And Alberta’s Demands Could Strengthen Canada

U.S. tariffs and Alberta’s rising demands may feel like threats, but Lee Harding sees opportunity. Trump’s pressure is spurring long-overdue reforms: stronger borders, military renewal, and growing calls for pipelines and freer internal trade. Alberta’s ultimatum to Ottawa could lead to changes in energy policy and equalization, ultimately benefiting all of Canada. If handled wisely, today’s tensions could drive economic renewal and a more unified, self-reliant country. Canada’s reckoning might be its revival.

It’s Time To End Supply Management

It’s Time To End Supply Management

  Ending Canada’s dairy supply management system would lower costs, boost exports, and create greater economic opportunities. The Trump administration’s trade warfare is not all bad. Aside from spurring overdue interprovincial trade barrier elimination and the...

Canada Needs A Real Plan To Compete Globally

Canada Needs A Real Plan To Compete Globally

  Ottawa’s ideological policies have left Canada vulnerable. Strategic action is needed now As Canada navigates an increasingly complex geopolitical landscape, the next federal government must move beyond reflexive anti—Americanism regardless of its political...