Trump's Tariff Pushes Canada Towards Free Trade

Canada's economy has been given a boost thanks to US President Donald Trump's decision to impose a 50% tariff on exports heading south. This move is expected to lead to the elimination of internal trade barriers among Canadian provinces, with nine out of ten premiers agreeing to allow free trade in beer, wine, and liquor.

The Quebec province has been identified as the only holdout, but its decision not to participate may have severe consequences, including potential secession from Canada. Free trade is seen as essential for a country's prosperity, reducing poverty, and increasing economic efficiency.

A comparison of Canadian GDP per capita with US states reveals that Canada ranks poorly, even below some of the poorest US states. This is attributed to internal barriers to trade within Canada, which are unlike those in the US where free trade prevails throughout the country.