After a 30-day pause on proposed tariffs, the North American trade war is back on, and Canada isn’t holding back.
As of today, March 4, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump has officially imposed a 25% tariff on Canadian exports and a 10% tariff on Canadian energy. North of the border, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has made it clear that Canada won’t take this sitting down.
“Canadians are reasonable, but we will not back down from a fight,” he wrote in an X post on Monday morning.
The Prime Minister later revealed details of counter-tariffs on $30 billion worth of U.S. products, announcing plans to slap an additional $125 billion in tariffs over the next three weeks if the situation escalates.
The list of affected goods isn’t random, though. It’s designed to put economic pressure on American industries while trying to soften the impact on Canadians.
That said, everyday essentials like groceries, household goods, and vehicles will be affected, meaning you could soon see higher prices at checkout counters.
Here’s an extensive list of goods that will likely see price surges.
Full list of U.S. products now facing tariffs in Canada
Food & drink
- Poultry & eggs – chicken, turkey, duck, and their byproducts
- Dairy – milk, cheese, butter, ice cream, yogurt
- Fruits & vegetables – tomatoes, beans, citrus fruits, melons, berries
- Coffee, tea, spices, and condiments – including ketchup, mustard, and peanut butter
- Packaged foods – pasta, bread, soup, chocolate, cereal
- Alcohol – beer, wine, spirits, and coolers
Tobacco & nicotine products
- Cigarettes, cigars, and chewing tobacco
- Vapes, e-cigarettes, and nicotine patches
Personal care items
- Makeup, skincare, razors, deodorant, and hair products
- Toothpaste and dental floss
- Perfumes and room deodorizers
Household & office goods
- Kitchenware – glassware, utensils, and storage containers
- Furniture – chairs, mattresses, lighting, and storage racks
- Paper products – toilet paper, napkins, stationery
Clothing & accessories
- Shirts, pants, dresses, outerwear, and baby clothes
- Footwear, hats, gloves, and jewelry
- Suitcases, backpacks, and wallets
Electronics & appliances
- Refrigerators, washing machines, dishwashers
- Small appliances – blenders, toasters, coffee makers
- Gaming consoles and board games
Vehicles & machinery
- Motorbikes, boats, and drones
- Snowblowers, lawnmowers, and power tools
- Rubber tires
Building materials
- Wood products, plastic packaging, and window fixtures
- Bathroom fixtures, carpets, and textiles
Weapons & ammunition
- Firearms – pistols, rifles, shotguns, air guns
- Ammunition – bullets, cartridges, and pellets
With tariffs and counter-tariffs now in place, the government encourages Canadians to buy locally whenever possible. If your usual grocery staples or household goods are on this list, you might need to alter your shopping cart.
To make the transition easier, you can check out our list of locally-made grocery items to replace US products.
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