Latest news in Canada? September 8th, 2026

Canada’s retaliatory counter-tariffs against the United States officially came into effect, targeting approximately $27.6 billion worth of American goods with duties ranging from 15% to 50%. The measures affect key sectors such as steel, aluminum, dairy, appliances, and electronics following the collapse of bilateral trade negotiations. In response to the escalating trade tensions, U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to ban sales from Canadian aircraft manufacturer Bombardier, which pushed back by highlighting its manufacturing footprint across dozens of U.S. states. Meanwhile, communities in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, are working to recover from severe weekend storms and flash flooding that washed out local roads and infrastructure. CityNews+ 2