Premier Kinew says Trump's tariffs would cause a recession in Manitoba
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Tariffs on Canadian goods headed to the United States would mean a recession in Manitoba. That is how Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew feels about comments from president-elect Donald Trump Monday.
Tariffs on Canadian goods headed to the United States would mean a recession in Manitoba.
That is how Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew feels about comments from president-elect Donald Trump Monday.
Monday evening, Trump threatened to impose a 25 per cent tariff on all products from Canada and Mexico the first day he takes office. Trump said he wants the two countries to deal with border issues, like drugs and migrants.
When asked about the situation Tuesday, Premier Kinew said this could really impact the province.
"The bottom line is it would mean a recession in our province, and we can't have that happen, especially as we're starting to make progress on health care, education, and making a lot of good investments," said Kinew.
The premier said the drug trade in Manitoba and Canada is something that needs to be addressed even without the threat of tariffs, so actions need to be taken to show the incoming administration that the province and country are serious.
"Manitobans want something done about drugs. So if we can tackle a major public safety issue that also helps the trade conversation with the US, I think it seems like a necessary step forward."
