Ottawa Unveils Support Measures as Canada-US Trade War Escalates

Canada's government is taking steps to support workers and businesses caught in the country's emerging trade war with the US. According to Bloomberg News, domestic measures will include expanded jobless benefits and loans for affected businesses.

The programs are part of Ottawa's 'One Canadian Economy Agenda', which aims to mitigate the impact of new tariffs imposed by Washington. These measures echo those implemented during Canada's coronavirus-era economic support programs.

No return to negotiations is anticipated anytime soon, as both sides have signaled no intention to revisit the negotiating table.