The federal government, which has been considering slapping tariffs on steel from offshore amid the trade battle with the United States, will seek input from steel companies and users of the metal before it decides whether to go ahead.
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Canada’s diversification in Asia
August 30, 2018
Asia is the world’s hot-growth zone. And it’s likely to heat up more in the near term, as global growth ramps up. If the hot are about to get hotter, is Canada likely to get a piece of the action?...
CBSA officially opens the new and improved Sault Ste. Marie port of entry
August 30, 2018
Today, Terry Sheehan, Member of Parliament for Sault Ste. Marie on behalf of the Honourable Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness officially opened the new and improved Sault Ste. Marie port of entry (POE).
Quebec invests $863M to mitigate impact of U.S. tariffs increase
August 30, 2018
In response to increased tariffs on exports bound for the United States, Quebec Premier Philippe Couillard has announced a $863-million investment over five years to help businesses across the province cope.
Shipping is bustling again
August 23, 2018
Most agree that the global economy is hot. Those with a great stake in their predictions are bullish, in spite of significant headwinds. Conditions like this usually fire up global seaborne trade, and in the past have put total shipping capacity under severe pressure. With other key indicators red-lining, are we headed for another crunch in global shipping?